COVID ruined my plans for study abroad. Now what?
Next week, we celebrate TU’s International Education Week 2021. This joint initiative from the U.S. Departments of Education and State highlights new and continuing international activities on campus. It starts Monday, Nov. 15 and will continue throughout the week with events, interactive activities, information sessions and more! The events below may be of particular interest for students whose plans to study abroad were negatively impacted by the pandemic. Check out the full schedule of events online TU IEW 2021 website.
Monday, November 15
SPAIN: Meet the Madrileños!
10 a.m.
Zoom – click here to register (select basic access)
Experience Madrid with the Study Abroad Association (SAA)! As we virtually walk the medieval streets of this historic city (also the capital of Spain!), we’ll stop in at a variety of hotspots to speak with locals (known as madrileños) and hear about everyday life in Madrid.
Global Scholarships and Fellowships Session
2 p.m.
Zoom – click here to join
Find out about funding opportunities for a variety of international experiences during your time here at TU and after graduation.
‘TU Teach in Puerto Plata, Dominican Republic’ Study Abroad Information Session
3 p.m.
Zoom – click here to register.
Find out how you can gain teaching experience in a Spanish speaking community on our faculty-led study abroad program in the Dominican Republic in Summer 2022.
Tuesday, November 16
Making Study Abroad Affordable with USAC
12 p.m.
Zoom – click here to register.
Ready to study abroad but not sure how to make it happen financially? This virtual session is for you! Learn about affordable programs, scholarships, and tips for making your study abroad experience awesome.
COLOMBIA: Urban Gardening in Medellin
12 p.m.
Zoom – click here to register (select basic access)
Discover the positive social and environmental impacts urban gardening can have upon your community from an inspirational local entrepreneur in Medellin, Colombia. During this interactive experience, you will explore how to reduce your everyday carbon footprint and learn expert techniques to be able to start your own home composting. Facilitated by the Study Abroad Association (SAA).
Pathways Abroad: International Opportunities & Career Paths Beyond Undergrad
7 p.m.
Zoom – click here to register
Are you interested in working, studying, or just traveling abroad after you complete your undergraduate degree? Maybe you tried to study abroad in the past two years and feel discouraged after having your plans cancelled or drastically changed; maybe you don’t think you are in a place financially to travel abroad if not during your undergraduate career. Join us to hear from experts who have worked, lived and travelled abroad. From fellowship opportunities, to teaching abroad, to the Peace Corps – you can ask pointed questions to all eight of our expert panelists about how you, too, can take advantage of these invaluable experiences.
Wednesday, November 17
Fulbright U.S. Student Program Information Session (facilitated by a representative from Fulbright)
10:30 a.m.
Zoom – click here to register.
Are you interested in cultural exchange, community engagement, and making a difference in the world? Considering a master’s degree, conducting research, or teaching English abroad after graduation? The Fulbright U.S. Student Program provides fully funded grants for individually designed study/research projects. graduate degree programs, and English teaching assistant programs in more than 140 countries worldwide in nearly all fields and disciplines.
Thursday, November 18
TU Global Internships Brunch
10:30 a.m.
Psychology Building, Rm. #408
Join the Study Abroad Office for brunch and find out about summer internship opportunities abroad in Australia, Costa Rica, France, Germany, Ireland, Italy, Spain, and the UK. Menu includes: sausage gravy and freshly baked biscuits, scrambled eggs with cheddar cheese, cheese grits, country ham, fresh fruit salad, coffee, tea, juice and water. Please RSVP for this event by replying to this email indicating that you plan to attend (and if you have any food allergies).
Friday, November 19
Lunch & Learn with the International Student Association
11:30 a.m.
Psychology Building, Rm. #407
Learn about the international/exchange student experience at TU at this interactive student panel. Snack will be provided.
Study Abroad/Away Group Advising
2 p.m.
Psychology Building, Rm. #408
Come to a group advising session to learn about studying abroad or away with TU.
Questions? Email studyabroad@towson.edu.
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This post was written by Villamar, Katherine H.