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The word foreign is an adjective. Foreign means (1) relating to or originating in or characteristic of another place or part of the world, (2) of concern to or concerning the affairs of other nations (other than your own).
Foreign is also an adjective that means (1) not contained in or deriving from the essential nature of something, (2) not belonging to that in which it is contained; introduced from an outside source.
The following articles and web pages elaborate on the word foreign.
- Forex Trading
The foreign exchange market sees over twice as much trade as the New York Stock Exchange. Learn about the Forex (foreign exchange) trading market on this informative site.
https://www.InvestmentBrokers.us/forex-trading.htm
- Currency Conversion
Currency is a form of money that is used as a medium of exchange for goods and services. As market conditions change, each of the world's national and regional currencies may fluctuate in value with respect to other currencies.
https://www.CurrencyConversion.us/
- University of Aberdeen
The University of Aberdeen in Scotland was founded in 1495. It has over 13,000 students and 590 undergraduate degree programs. The website provides access to information about the school and its programs, a description of the famous buildings, and information about applying.
https://www.abdn.ac.uk/
- University of Bath
The University of Bath is located in Bath, England. It received a Royal Charter in 1966 but its origins go back to the 16 Century. There are almost 12,000 students and about 1400 academic staff. The website has links to information about the University, visiting, and how to apply.
https://www.bath.ac.uk/
- Oxford Brookes University
Oxford Brookes University traces its beginnings to 1865. The School describes itself as modern and lists its many honors and awards. There are almost 19,000 students at Brookes, 20% of whom are international students. Nearly 10% of the students study through distance learning. The website describes the school, its programs, and the application procedure.
https://www.brookes.ac.uk/
- University of Cambridge
The University of Cambridge, located in Cambridge, England will be celebrating its 800th birthday in 2009. The school has approximately 18,000 students, both undergraduate and graduate. Famous as an educational institution, the University is also home to many famous libraries and museums.
https://www.cam.ac.uk/
- Concordia University
Concordia University, located in Montreal, Canada, was founded in 1974. There are almost 31,000 students, 3500 of whom are international students. The school offers an extensive adult education program. Students enroll in one of four schools--Arts and Sciences, Engineering and Computer Science, Fine Arts, and The Molson School of Business. Complete information about applying is on the website.
https://www.concordia.ca/
- Dublin City University
Dublin City University, located in Ireland, was founded in 1989 and was considered an unconventional school in that it aimed to actually place students with jobs after graduation. There are 10,000 students, including fulltime, part-time, and distance learners. The school is home to Helix, Ireland's largest arts centre. More information about the school, visiting, and applying is on the website.
https://www.dcu.ie/
- University of Dundee
The University of Dundee, originally part of the University of St. Andrews, has been an independent school since 1978. It is located in Dundee, Scotland, which is Scotland's 4th largest city. There are over 17,000 students, 20% of whom are distance learners. The website provides information about the school, about applying, and about visiting the campus and the city of Dundee.
https://www.dundee.ac.uk/
- London Business School
London Business School, which began in 1966, calls itself the most global of schools. It offers an MBA, Executive MBA, EMBA-Global, Dubai-London Executive MBA, PhD, and others. There are 1400 students from 131 countries and 92 faculty members from 20 countries. The School also has partners with schools in the U.S., China, and others. Full information about programs and applying on the website.
https://www.london.edu/
- Oxford University
Oxford University is, with Cambridge, one of the most prestigious Universities in Great Britain. There are approximately 18,000 students in residence. The exact date of its founding is unknown but there was some education taking place there in 1096. The website contains a history of the University, information about applying, and descriptions of the associated museums, libraries, and buildings.
https://www.ox.ac.uk/
- University College London
UCL was founded in 1826 as an alternative to universities that were only open to members of the Church of England. The School is famous for many things, among them the living icon of Jeremy Bentham. Today there are 19,000 students, one third of whom are graduate students. UCL has 600 faculty members, including the highest number of female faculty in the UK.
https://www.ucl.ac.uk/
- University of Toronto
The University of Toronto was founded as King's College in 1827. The University has 50,871 students on three campuses. The University has several art museums, four theaters, a Graduate Center for the Study of Drama, Medical and Dental Schools, among others. The website provides information at UT, Toronto, visiting the school, and how to apply.
https://www.utoronto.ca/
- NASDAQ
NASDAQ is the largest US electronic stock market with approximately 3,200 companies on its list. It offers free stock quotes, a look at pre-market and after-hours stock trading, analyst ratings, and more. Users can also find Market News Headlines and news from foreign markets. There are investor tools of all kinds and extensive information in the Personal Finance section.
https://www.nasdaq.com/
- NYSE
The New York Stock Exchange traces its origins to 1792 when 24 stockbrokers and merchants signed an agreement setting down the terms by which they would work together. The website contains information for every type of investor, from private investors to market professionals. Users can find a financial terms glossary, investing information, stock quotes, market and financial news, and foreign markets information.
https://www.nyse.com/
- OANDA.com
Oanda, the Currency Site: Foreign Exchange Services and Trading, is an online source for checking the exchange rates between any two types of currency in the world. The website is useful for traders, travelers, and businesspeople.
https://www.oanda.com/
- Overseas Private Investment Corporation
OPIC was established as an agency of the U.S. Government in 1971. It helps U.S. businesses invest overseas, fosters economic development in new and emerging markets, complements the private sector in overseas investing, and aids in U.S. Foreign Policy. On the website, users can find out about some of the projects OPIC is currently working with and how to do business with them.
https://www.opic.gov/
- US Agency for International Development
In 1961, President Kennedy established the U.S. Agency for International Development. USAID is an independent federal government agency that receives foreign policy guidance from the State Department. The website has links to some of the projects that USAID is engaged in, which include initiatives in healthcare, agriculture and economic development. There is also a link to careers with USAID.
https://www.usaid.gov/
- WordReference.com
Online French, Italian, and Spanish dictionary. Goes from foreign language to English and vice versa.
https://www.wordreference.com/
- SVA NYC
The School of Visual Arts is a fine arts and graphic design school in New York City. Starting as a trade school with 3 instructors and 35 students, SVA has grown into a dynamic, multidisciplinary institution with more than 1,000 faculty members and over 4,000 student body members, representing 44 states and 71 foreign countries. For more than 60 years, the College has been an integral part of New York City's cultural life.
https://www.sva.edu/
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