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Spring Workshops for Faculty and Academic Advisors: Study Abroad & Away

Announcing our Study Abroad & Away Spring Workshop Series for faculty and advisors! Faculty, staff, and academic advisors play an integral role in the study abroad/away experience. The Study Abroad & Away Office aims to provide faculty and academic advisors with useful resources and information to aid them in working with the TU student population. Register for an upcoming workshop this semester to learn more – whether you are a longtime friend of Study Abroad & Away or are still green with how it all works, all are welcome to join! All workshops will be virtual and take place via Zoom.

Study Abroad & Away 101 for Academic Advisors
Any major at TU can study abroad or away. This session covers the fundamentals of study abroad and away at Towson University for academic advising. We’ll discuss  the basics of academics, eligibility requirements, course equation process, financial aid, and more. Attendees will come away knowing how to talk to students about these opportunities and supporting them through the steps to go. Register here for one of the upcoming workshops:

• Wednesday, February 12 at 11am
• Monday, April 14 at 2pm

Lead a Study Abroad or Away Program
Are you interested in a teaching a TU course in context abroad or elsewhere in the U.S.? Come to our information session to learn about opportunities to lead a short-term study abroad (international) or study away (domestic) academic program and get all your questions answered about your responsibilities and the benefits as a study abroad & away faculty director. Register here for one of the upcoming workshops:

• Wednesday, February 26 at 12pm
• Tuesday, May 6 at 2pm

“Study abroad combines several of my passions: travel, teaching, and working with young people.  From teacher, to mentor, to tour guide, to counselor … I’ve learned that I have the temperament, curiosity, energy, compassion, and desire to simultaneously perform these functions and am developing the knowledge and skills to carry them out.  The benefits to being involved in this study abroad program are invaluable for me personally and professionally.” Dr. Sandy Nichols – Department of Mass Communication

NEW! International Internships 101 for Internship Coordinators
Students have the opportunity to maximize both their academic and professional development by pursuing an internship while studying abroad during the semester or by interning full-time over the summer. These experiences allow students to immerse themselves in a global, professional environment. Join us to learn more about current options available for students in your department to intern abroad and how these programs work to better advise and support interested students. Register here to attend this upcoming workshop:

• Thursday, February 20 at 2pm

For questions and suggestions about past and future sessions, please contact Margherita Pampinella at mpampinella@towson.edu.

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