Open Call for BRIDGE Course Proposals – Fall 2026

The Office of International Collaborations (OIC) invites applications from ODU students and instructors to develop and teach a BRIDGE virtual course during the Fall 2026 semester.

BRIDGE courses are free, non-credit, synchronous virtual classes that bring together undergraduate students from universities around the world for an engaging international learning experience. Classes meet once a week for 5–7 weeks, and instructors receive support from the Office of International Collaborations throughout the program.

Priority Areas

For the Fall 2026 cycle we encourage topics that allow students from different academic backgrounds to participate, including (but not limited to):

  •  Artificial Intelligence

  •  English Literature

  • International Studies

  • International Business

Proposals should be interactive, globally relevant, and accessible to students from a variety of disciplines and countries.

Who Can Apply?

We are seeking instructors who are:

  • Graduate students with some experience teaching at ODU

Application Deadline

August 15, 2026 For application requirements and additional details, please email oic@odu.edu.

We look forward to receiving innovative proposals that inspire global learning, intercultural collaboration, and meaningful connections among students from around the world.