You are invited to attend IIE’s annual gala benefit dinner on September 15, 2014 in New York City. This year’s Gala will include an inaugural IIE Generation Study Abroad Award to recognize individuals from the public and private sectors who encourage purposeful, innovative action to get more Americans to undertake an international experience by supporting the 5-year Generation Study Abroad campaign. The inaugural Generation Study Abroad Award will be presented to the Shawn Carter Foundation to recognize its growing scholarship program in partnership with IIE and the U.S. Department of State’s Gilman Program to provide study abroad opportunities to underserved students as a critical part of expanding these student's horizons as they prepare for successful careers.

The Opening Minds Corporate Leadership Award will be presented to Chrysler Group and its Chairman & CEO Sergio Marchionne, who is an example of an exceptional, internationally educated global leader. IIE will honor Mr. Marchionne and Chrysler Group LLC for the company’s global leadership, international reach and return to prominence in the world economy.

IIE’s annual Gala is a very special celebration attended by more than 500 prominent business, civic, and philanthropic leaders, and provides a wonderful venue to honor and celebrate individuals and organizations that have shown exemplary leadership in international education. 

IIENetwork members and Generation Study Abroad Commitment Partners are eligible for a reduced rate. Please complete the reply form to register or contact Alexandra Lowe at alowe@iie.org or 212-984-5310. 

For more information, please visit www.iie.org/gala.