How 2025-26 Penn Global Seminar courses are navigating an ‘uncertain’ international travel landscape

Penn faculty and staff provided insight into Penn Global Seminars for the upcoming academic year amid heightened concern about international travel amidst sweeping visa revocations. 

In the 2025-2026 academic year, Penn Abroad plans to offer 20 courses across countries in regions such as Africa, Asia, the Caribbean, Europe, and South America. The Daily Pennsylvanian spoke to faculty and staff about the importance of PGS and the challenges they face, particularly in light of immigration restrictions enacted during the Trump administration.