
Overseas FACULTY DEVELOPMENT SEMINARS

At a time when America’s security, economic strength, and global competitiveness depend on a well-prepared workforce, CAORC’s Overseas Faculty Development Seminar program equips faculty from U.S. college and universities with the knowledge and skills needed to prepare American students for leadership in our shared national prosperity. By fostering cross-cultural exchange and expanding global engagement, CAORC’s initiative not only strengthens U.S. education but also enhances America’s ability to lead in an increasingly complex world.
These fully funded seminars, conducted in partnership with participating Overseas Reserch Centers (ORCs), provide American faculty with transformative professional development opportunities that will ultimately make America safer, stronger, and more prosperous.
Online Information Sessions
Join us for an information session about the CAORC Overseas Faculty Development Seminar program with Jeff Badger, Program Director. The agenda will cover the objectives and structure of the program, how to craft a strong application, and an open Q&A. Please enroll in one of our upcoming seminars by clicking the link below:
2026 Winter Seminar
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West Africa and The Americas: Continuities and Transformations
Senegal seminar dates: January 3 - January 23, 2026
Call for Applications: May 9, 2025
Application Deadline: September 2, 2025
Partner: West Africa Research Center