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The Hong Kong University of Science and Technology is a public research university in Clear Water Bay Peninsula, Hong Kong.

Fudan University is located in Shanghai, China. It is one of the most prestigious and selective universities in China.

The Chinese University of Hong Kong (CUHK) is a university that is firmly rooted in Chinese culture and well positioned in modern society.

Boğaziçi University also known as Bosphorus University is a major research university located on the European side of the Bosphorus strait in Istanbul, Turkey. The language of instruction is English.

Most of our Scholars reside together in the Academy’s housing complex.
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We are honored to celebrate the accomplishments of our graduating McDonnell Scholars at the 2025 Recognition Ceremony on May 13—a remarkable group of WashU students representing a wide range of disciplines and global perspectives.

In Spring 2025, McDonnell Academy Scholars had the opportunity to engage with Dr. Jaymin Amin, Senior Vice President and Chief Technology Officer at Corning Incorporated, as part of the Academy’s Lunch with a Leader series.

Ja Song was among the first Korean students to come to Washington University in the early 1960s through a collaborative agreement to train business leaders and transform business education in South Korea.

Through immersive experiences at iconic landmarks, esteemed cultural institutions, and the heart of the world’s financial hub, the Scholars gained invaluable insights. Explore the reflections and lessons learned from several McDonnell Scholars, who discovered new dimensions of leadership and community during the 2025 Cohort Trip to New York City.

The McDonnell International Scholars Academy’s cohort trip to New York City during March 2025 spring break reinforced the central idea that true leadership is deeply rooted in people and connections. A standout moment of the trip was a reception hosted by WashU alumnus Josh Rahn, BSBA ’94, and his wife, Jessica Rahn, at their home. Josh, […]