Dear Jayhawk,
Studying abroad opens up a world of opportunity to thousands of college students every year. Academically, students get the chance to study topics they may never have the opportunity to on the KU Lawrence campus. It is a mind-expanding and life-altering experience. Just ask study abroad alumni. This past summer, we asked KU alums, who studied abroad while in college, how the study abroad experience affected their life. The responses were wonderful and so many we haven't the space here to go into great detail. Turn to the back page for a sample.
One KU alum, writes in this issue about her experience studying abroad in the UK. One of your best resources for information on studying abroad can be a student who has returned from studying abroad. You'll find several experiences related here in this issue.
Our Fall Study Abroad Fair is another great opportunity for you to meet with students who have returned from studying abroad. The Study Abroad Fair is this Wednesday, September 14, from 9:30 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. in the Kansas Union. You will have the opportunity to speak with returned students, faculty and OSA staff about studying abroad as well as pick up information on all of KU's study abroad programs.
Your next step is to stop by the Office of Study Abroad Resource Library, located in 109 Lippincott Hall. The library, open 8-5, Monday through Friday, is staffed with Peer Advisors who can answer your questions and help you discover your options. They can help you figure out the next step in choosing a program, direct you to information on scholarships, and provide names of Study Abroad alumni who would be happy to talk to you about their experiences. The Peer Advisors are also recent study abroad participants, so they are not only familiar with what KU has to offer but they also remember well what the process was like for them.
See you at the Fair. . and remember if you are interested in studying abroad over Winter Break, Spring Break or the Spring semester the deadline for applying is October 1!
Sincerely,
Stacey Satchell
Outreach Coordinator
Office of Study Abroad
P. S. Remember the Office of Study Abroad has opportunities to study abroad in over 50 countries and in 20 languages! We also have many programs taught through the English language. Come in and find the program that is right for you.
Stop by and visit with the OSA Peer Advisors about your study abroad options! [left to right] Rachael Perry, Corinne Fetter Corey Roelofs and Andy Coleman.
Upcoming Info Meetings
Australia Night Thursday, September 15 4:30 p.m. English Rm, Kansas Union
Japan
Tuesday, September 20
4:30 p.m.
Wescoe 4058
NSEP Scholarship
Tuesday, September 20th
3:30 p.m.
International Rm. Kansas Union
Hong Kong and mainland China
Wednesday, September 21
4:30 p.m.
Wescoe 4058
Bonn, Germany
Wednesday, September 21th
3:30 p.m.
Pine Rm, Kansas Union
TEN STEPS TO STUDY ABROAD
South Korea
Thursday, September 22
4:30 p.m.
Wescoe 4058
1. Visit the Office of Study Abroad (OSA).
1. Visit the Office of Study Areas Speak with the Peer Advisors, browse through the resource library, request brochures, and view a video. We welcome interested prospective students, undergraduates and graduate students.
2. Narrow your options.
Define your goals for studying abroad and identify suitable programs. Make an appointment with a Study Abroad Program Coordinator to discuss the program(s) you are interested in.
3. Find out about costs.
Meet with a Study Abroad Student Services Coordinator regarding program costs and financial aid.
4. Inform yourself.
Learn about the country where you wish to study abroad. Talk with exchange students and study abroad returnees about their experiences
5. Apply!
Begin applying for your program of choice the semester before you plan to go.The deadline for most Fall, Academic Year,and Summer programs is March 1,and the deadline for most Winter Break, Spring Break, or Spring ograms is October 1. Check with your Program Coordinator for program-specific deadlines..
Discuss how your study abroad courses will fit in with your degree requirements and have your Advisor sign your Academic Plan for Study Abroad.
6. See your Faculty Advisor.
7. Submit your application to the OSA on or before the deadline.
8. You've been accepted!
Send acceptance forms to the OSA, apply for your passport and make travel plans.
9. Orient yourself.
Attend the OSA pre-departure orientation for a full day of program information and question-and-answer sessions with past participants. Read carefully all the information in your orientation packet and feel free to ask questions.
10. Pack your bags,
...kiss everyone good-bye, and go!
Contact us:
The University of Kansas
Office of Study Abroad
Lippincott Hall, Room 108
1410 Jayhawk Blvd.
Lawrence, KS 66045
Phone: 785-864-3742
Etx: 785-864-5040
Email: osa@kn.edu
JAYHAWKS ABROAD
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