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Upcoming Study Abroad Events

Below are events that Education Abroad is offering for students, faculty, and the wider �鶹ֱ�� community – topics related to study abroad.

Study Abroad Fair
Wednesday, September 9, 2026, 11:00 a.m.–2:00 p.m., Student Center, 1 �鶹ֱ�� Plaza (new location!)

�鶹ֱ��'s Study Abroad Fairs offer students the opportunity to learn about studying abroad as part of their �鶹ֱ�� Path! Speak one-on-one with �鶹ֱ�� students who have studied abroad, �鶹ֱ�� professors offering faculty-led �鶹ֱ�� Travel Courses, and representatives from our wonderful partner universities worldwide. �鶹ֱ�� offers study abroad programs in 50+ countries.

Info Session: Prague Film School
Thursday, September 10, 2026, 3:25 p.m.–4:25 p.m., 1 �鶹ֱ�� Plaza East, G 20 Screening Room

�鶹ֱ��'s newest study abroad partner program, Prague Film School, is a semester of hands-on, practical learning in all things film. Meet a representative from Prague Film School and learn how this can take your Film & Screen Studies major or minor to new levels at this informational session.

Campus Resource Fair
Wednesday, September 16, 2026, 12:10 p.m.–1:10 p.m., Student Center, 1 �鶹ֱ�� Plaza

Stop by the Education Abroad table to learn more about the study abroad office and get started with your global journey.

Gilman National Scholarship Information Session
Thursday, September 17, 2026, 3:30 p.m.–4:30 p.m., Zoom

Learn more about the Gilman National Scholarship program, which is designed to support students with limited financial means who wish to study abroad. The program is open to U.S. citizen undergraduate students who receive a Federal Pell Grant as part of their financial aid package. In this session, we’ll talk about everything you need to know to submit a competitive application: eligibility requirements, essay tips, application deadlines, advice from a recent award recipient at �鶹ֱ��, and more.

Pre-Departure Workshops for January Intersession & Spring Semester 2027 Study Abroad Students

Welcome & Next Steps
Wednesday, October 7, 2026, 12:10 p.m.–1:10 p.m., Location to be confirmed

Meet other �鶹ֱ�� students who have been approved to study abroad during the January Intersession & Spring Semester 2027 terms. After reading new updates in your Terra Dotta application portal, we'll review the next steps live in your study abroad journey.

France Student Visa Workshop
Thursday, October 8, 2026, 3:25 p.m.–4:25 p.m., 161 William Street, 16th Floor Conference Room

Students studying in France for the Spring 2027 semester must attend this Visa Workshop to learn the specific steps of the French visa application process, which takes up to 12 weeks to complete. Students who are unable to acquire a visa will need to defer their study abroad plans to a future term.

Italy Student Visa Workshop
Tuesday, October 13, 2026, 3:25 p.m.–4:25 p.m., Location to be confirmed

Students studying in Italy for the Spring 2027 semester must attend this Visa Workshop to learn about the visa application process, which takes several months to complete. Students who are unable to acquire a visa will need to defer their study abroad plans to a future term.

Spain Student Visa Workshop
Thursday, October 15, 2026, 3:25 p.m.–4:25 p.m., Location to be confirmed

Students studying in Spain for the Spring 2027 semester must attend this Visa Workshop to learn about the visa application process, which is done either as a group through �鶹ֱ�� Education Abroad or as an individual. Note: Students opting into the group process must submit all required visa application materials to the �鶹ֱ�� Education Abroad office by the posted deadline. If this deadline is missed, the student must make an individual appointment with the Spanish Consulate to acquire their own student visa. Individual appointments are not guaranteed and are difficult to come by. Students who are unable to acquire a visa will need to defer their study abroad plans to a future term.

Money Management & Housing Abroad
Wednesday, November 4, 2026, 12:10 p.m.–1:10 p.m., 1 �鶹ֱ�� Plaza, W515

Learn how to manage your finances while abroad, including creating a personalized budget, and how to navigate the housing search. This event is open to all students who have been approved to study abroad.

MANDATORY Pre-Departure Orientation
Wednesday, November 18, 2026, 12:10 p.m.–1:10 p.m., 1 �鶹ֱ�� Plaza, W515

OR

Thursday, November 19, 2026, 7:00 p.m.–8:00 p.m., Zoom

All students studying abroad during the January Intersession & Spring Semester 2027 terms must attend one of the pre-departure orientation sessions listed above, which covers important academic, housing, travel, health and safety information. Those who do not attend will no longer be approved to study abroad.

Life Skills with Study Abroad Alumni
Thursday, November 12, 2026, 3:25 p.m.–4:25 p.m., 15 Beekman Street, Bianco Room (Third Floor)

Meet �鶹ֱ�� students who have already studied abroad in various countries – to learn firsthand about their experiences with culture shock, travel tips, and making friends. This event is open to all students.

Pre-Departure Orientation for Families of Study Abroad Students
Thursday, December 3, 2026, 7:00 p.m.–8:00 p.m., Zoom

Parents and guardians of students studying abroad during the January Intersession or Spring Semester 2027 terms are welcome to attend this pre-departure orientation session, which recaps the information from the student pre-departure orientation, with a focus on how parents and guardians can best support their student while their student is abroad.

Ongoing Events

• “Abroad 101” info session (learn the basics about Study Abroad at �鶹ֱ��):
  • Tuesdays via Zoom, 12:30 p.m.
    • (use your �鶹ֱ�� Zoom account to access. Password: ABROAD)
• "Abroad 102" info sessions (learn how to complete Course Equivalencies):
  • Tuesdays via Zoom, 1:00 p.m.
    • (use your �鶹ֱ�� Zoom account to access. Password: ABROAD)
• �鶹ֱ�� Travel Courses info sessions
  • Wednesdays during the semester, virtually at 12:00 p.m.
    • (use your �鶹ֱ�� Zoom account to access. Password: ABROAD)
• to learn about upcoming events and student testimonies.
• UNV 101 sessions: �鶹ֱ�� Education Abroad presents regularly at UNV 101 sessions. Instructors, please reach out to us if you’d like us to come and speak about studying abroad!