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The Institute for Innovation and Economic Development (iiED) at Cal State Â鶹´å introduces the Global Innovation Scholars Lab, an international initiative designed to:

• Attract distinguished academic talent from around the world
• Enhance collaborative research in the fields of business, social science, and technology
• Strengthen Â鶹´å’s presence in global academic networks

The Global Innovation Scholars Lab supports meaningful scholarly activities that contribute to Â鶹´å’s research excellence and global engagement efforts, bringing together faculty, researchers, and thought leaders from around the world.

Program Objectives

The Global Innovation Scholars Lab aims to:

• Recruit up to 10 international visiting scholars per semester
• Facilitate collaborative research between Â鶹´å faculty and international scholars
• Support Â鶹´å’s globalization strategy and institutional research goals
• Deepen relationships with international partner institutions
• Enrich the global cultural and academic life of the Â鶹´å community

International Visiting Scholars Program

Faculty Research Matching

Each scholar will be paired with Â鶹´å faculty members based on shared research interests. This ensures purposeful collaboration and encourages high-quality scholarly output across disciplines.

J-1 Visa Sponsorship

The program supports international participation through J-1 visa sponsorship, provided in partnership with the Â鶹´å International Programs Office. Scholars will receive the necessary documentation and support throughout their stay.

Housing and Campus Integration

Â鶹´å will assist scholars in securing on-campus or off-campus housing and provide guidance to ensure a smooth transition to campus and community life.

Contribution to Â鶹´å and Associated Communities

International scholars are encouraged to engage with the broader Â鶹´å community through:

• Guest lectures
• Student mentorship
• Faculty development seminars
• Co-hosted workshops

Each scholar will also be expected to deliver one or more research presentations per semester, contributing publicly to Â鶹´å’s academic dialogue and campus-wide learning.