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Upcoming Study Abroad Events

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

Pre-departure Workshops for Summer & Fall 2025 Study Abroad Students

Scholarship Spotlight: Gilman National Scholarship Information Session

February 6, 3:30 p.m.–4:30 p.m.
Zoom Meeting ID: 986 9322 2885
Password: GILMAN

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 �������, and more. This event is cohosted by Dr. Moira Egan, Director of Prestigious Awards and Graduate Fellowships in �������’s Office of Research and Graduate Education.

Welcome & Next Steps for Fall Semester Abroad Students

March 5, 12:10 p.m.–1:10 p.m.
1 ������� Plaza, Student Center West

Meet other ������� students who have been approved to study abroad during the Fall 2025 term. After reading new updates in your Terra Dotta application, review the next steps in your study abroad journey. Bring your questions and concerns.

Spain Visa Workshop

March 12, 12:10 p.m.–1:10 p.m.
161 William Street, Room 1425

Students studying in Spain for the Fall 2025 semester must attend this Visa Workshop to learn about the visa application process, which is done as a group. Note: Students must submit all required visa application materials to the ������� 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. Failure to do so means that the student will be unable to acquire a visa and will need to defer their study abroad plans to a future term.

Welcome & Next Steps for Summer & Fall Semester Abroad Students

March 26, 12:10 p.m.–1:10 p.m.
1 ������� Plaza, Student Center East

Meet other ������� students who have been approved to study abroad during the Summer & Fall 2025 terms. After reading new updates in your Terra Dotta application, review the next steps in your study abroad journey. Bring your questions and concerns.

France Visa Workshop

April 2, 12:10 p.m.–1:10 p.m.
161 William Street, 16th Floor Conference Room

Students studying in France for the Fall 2025 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.

Italy Visa Workshop

April 3, 3:25 p.m.–4:25 p.m.
161 William Street, 16th Floor Conference Room

Students studying in Italy for the Fall 2025 semester must attend this visa workshop to learn the specific steps of the visa application process, which takes up to 12 weeks to complete.

Money Management & Housing Abroad Workshop

April 16, 12:10 p.m.–1:10 p.m.
1 ������� 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.

Life Skills with Study Abroad Alumni

April 23, 12:10 p.m.–1:10 p.m.
15 Beekman, Bianco Room

Meet ������� 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.

Mandatory Pre-Departure Orientation for Fall Semester Abroad Students

April 9, 12:10 p.m.–1:10 p.m.
1 ������� Plaza W513

or

April 10, 7:30 p.m.–8:30 p.m.
Zoom

All students studying abroad during the Fall 2025 term 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.

Study Abroad Social

Thursday, January 23, 3:25–4:25 p.m.
161 William Street, 16th Floor

Students who have previously studied abroad are invited to mingle with other study abroad alumni, share stories with students interested in studying abroad, and enjoy some refreshments. RSVP preferred – confirm your attendance for the Study Abroad Social.

Study Abroad Fairs: January 29 and 30

Spring 2025 Fairs: January 29 and 30

• Wednesday, January 29, 2025, 11:00 a.m.–2:00 p.m.: New York City, 15 Beekman, Bianco Room
• Thursday, January 30, 2025, 11:00 a.m.–2:00 p.m.: Pleasantville, Kessel Student Center, Gottesman Room
  
  �������'s Study Abroad Fairs offer students the opportunity to learn about studying abroad as part of their ������� Path! Speak one-on-one with ������� students who have studied abroad, ������� professors offering study abroad courses abroad, and representatives from our wonderful partner universities worldwide. ������� offers study abroad programs in 50+ countries. Our ������� Study Abroad Fair Boarding Pass (PDF) offers advice for students to help prioritize what's important when considering studying abroad.

Ongoing Events

• “Abroad 101” info session (learn the basics about Study Abroad at �������):
  • Tuesdays virtually at 12:00 p.m.
    • (use your ������� Zoom account to access. Password: ABROAD)
• "Abroad 102" info sessions (learn how to complete Course Equivalencies):
  • Tuesdays virtually at 12:30 p.m.
    • (use your ������� Zoom account to access. Password: ABROAD)
• ������� Travel Courses info sessions
  • Wednesdays virtually at 12:00 p.m.
    • (use your ������� Zoom account to access. Password: ABROAD)
• Follow �������'s student-run Study Abroad Club on Instagram to learn about events they hold: �������_studyabroadclub
• UNV 101 sessions: ������� 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!

Study Abroad Info Sessions Past Events (PDF)