2. Congratulations on starting your study abroad journey!
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Here’s what we will cover today:
1. What’s the benefit of studying
abroad?
2. Factors to consider
3. Featured Programs for Art Students
4. Financial planning and scholarships
5. How to choose a program and apply
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4. Why study abroad?
• Experience a nation’s culture through the creative lens
• See art come to life!
• Build new life skills, including independence, patience,
confidence, adaptability, and cross-cultural
skills
• Improve your foreign language skills…or begin learning
one
• Enhance graduate school applications
• Open global career opportunities
• Make friends from around the world
• Travel to a variety of destinations
• Have a transformative experience and
an exciting adventure
These factors will help you choose the best program that suits your needs and goals!
5. Australia
& NZ
Where in the world
can I study abroad?
Canada &
Mexico
Africa
Latin
America
The
Middle
East
Asia
Europe
6. • Name & major
• Host Country, school, &
program
• Why did you choose that
location?
• What was your overall
experience like?
• Advice for students interested
in studying abroad? Finances?
• Describe the best part of your
experience
Alumni Experience
Alumni are a great resource to discover more about studying abroad!
8. • Meet your Academic Needs
• Types of classes: GE, major, minor
• Classes in English vs. foreign language
• Credit type (resident vs. transfer) & grading
system (credit/no credit vs. letter grade)
• Chances of placement
• Housing and meal options
• Cost of living in host country
• U.S. Dept. of State Travel Warning
Factors to Consider
9. So how long should I stay abroad?
• Long Term (semester or academic year)
– Time goes by VERY quickly while abroad!
– Good way to immerse yourself in a new culture
– Good way to explore host country & travel
– Great way to improve your language skills
– Enroll at foreign institution & fulfill SDSU requirements
– Make lifelong friendships and network
• Short Term (summer, spring/winter break)
– Best if your academic program doesn’t accommodate longer stay
– Gives you initial exposure to a new culture and language
– Can enroll in specific SDSU catalog course (faculty-led programs)
– Generally focused on a particular topic or theme
11. Program Type Overview
SDSU Study Abroad Office:
• SDSU Exchange Programs
• CSU International Programs (CSU-
IP)
• International Student Exchange
Programs (ISEP)
• Independent Programs (non-SDSU)
• Internships Abroad
Academic Departments:
• Faculty-Led Study Abroad Programs
12. SDSU Exchange Program
• Semester, academic year, or summer programs
• Over 120 universities to choose from world-wide
• Exchange places with a student abroad and integrate into
mainstream university life at host school
• Apply to up to 2 universities in one application
• Payment:
– Pay your regular SDSU tuition and fees to SDSU
– Pay living expenses abroad (dorm, apt., etc.) based on
costs in that country
• Academics:
– 2.5 GPA minimum (higher for some countries)
– Earn resident credit; credit/no credit (with exceptions)
• Application Deadline: Sept 20 for Spring, Feb 20 for Fall, March 15 for
Summer
13. Featured SDSU Exchange Programs
(All courses are taught in English)
Nanyang Technological University
Singapore, Singapore
Graphic Design, Art History, Studio Art
Simon Fraser University
British Columbia,Canada
Studio Art
Chinese
University of
Hong Kong
Sha Tin, Hong
Kong SAR
Art History and
Studio Art
14. CSU International Programs (CSU-IP)
• Full Academic Year program (no semester options)
• Programs in 18 countries, at multiple universities
• Available to students at all CSU campuses
• Program structure varies by location; some include
intensive pre-session language course
(www.calstate.edu/ip)
• Placement is major-specific for some locations
• Payment:
– Tuition & fees determined by CSU average
– All fees paid to CSU system-wide office
• Academics:
– 2.75 GPA minimum (higher for some countries)
– Earn SDSU resident credit; receive letter grade
• Application Deadline: February 1 (May 1 for Australia & S. Africa)
15. Featured CSU International Programs (CSU-IP)
CSU Study Center Florence
Florence, Italy
Painting and Printmaking,
Sculpture, Art History, Studio
Art
University of Tubingen
Tübingen, Germany
Graphic Design, Interior
Design, Art History
16. International Student Exchange Programs (ISEP)
• Academic Year, Semester, or Summer programs
• Network of over 100 universities abroad; variety of program options
• Apply to up to 10 universities on one application
• ISEP-Exchange and ISEP-Direct options available (www.isep.org):
– ISEP-Exchange:
• Earn resident credits; credit/no credit (w/exceptions)
• Chance of placement varies per program (Excellent through Very Limited)
• Pay both regular SDSU fees and pre-set living expense fee to SDSU
– ISEP-Direct:
• Earn transfer credits; credit/no credit (w/exceptions)
• Pay ISEP program fee (tuition & housing) to ISEP
• Academics:
– 2.75 GPA minimum (higher for some countries)
• App Deadline: Aug 15 for Spring, Feb 1 for Fall, March 1 for Summer
17. Featured International Student Exchange Programs (ISEP)
University of Johannesburg
Johannesburg, South Africa
Graphic Design, Interior Design, Art Studio
American University of
Sharjah
Sharjah, United Arab
Emirates
Art History, Interior
Design, Multimedia,
Illustration, Printmaking,
Photography, Print and
Digital media
University of Chester
Chester, United Kingdom
Graphic Design, and Studio Art
18. Independent Programs
• See approved providers and programs in Aztecs
Abroad
• Advising & application process through program
provider
• Payment:
– Program costs vary
– Pay fees directly to program provider
– Financial Aid applies w/approval
• Academics:
– Wide variety of GPA requirements (usually 2.0 and above)
– Earn transfer credits; grading system varies, depending on
program
• Application Deadline: Varies by program provider
19. Faculty-Led Programs
• SDSU course that takes place abroad
• Available during Summer, Winter Break, and Spring Break
• Led by SDSU faculty member + group of 15-30 SDSU students
• Managed by the individual Academic Depts. at SDSU
• Short term (1-6 weeks)
• Instructed in English
• Often include housing, meals, & excursions
• Excellent chance of placement
• Earn resident credit
Featured Program:
Art in France
Advanced Painting with SDSU Professor Eva
Struble
Summer
Aix-en-Provence, France
Applied Design, Painting and Printmaking,
Studio Art
20. Internships Abroad
• Academic Year, Semester, Summer, or Winter
Break
• Hands-on positions arranged to fit your skills
and interests
• See approved internship providers in Aztecs
Abroad
• Academics:
• May offer credit towards requirements
• See academic advisor for details
• Application Deadline: Varies by program
provider
Featured Internship
Internship in Australia
CISabroad
Fall, Spring, Summer
Various, Australia
Architecture, Graphic Design,
Photography
22. Financial Information
• Program Costs
• SDSU Study Abroad programs are affordable
and, in some cases, cheaper than a semester
or academic year at SDSU!
• Independent program costs vary but
generally more expensive than SDSU
• Budget for additional costs
• Flight, health insurance, passport, visa, etc.
• Traveling and personal expenses
• Financial Aid
• Applies to most programs
• Meet with Office of Financial Aid &
Scholarships to discuss how your awards
apply to the program
• Pay attention to disbursement dates
23. Scholarships
• SDSU Associated Students Study Abroad Scholarship
• Awards up to $1,000
• For Undergraduate and Graduate students
• Benjamin A. Gilman International Scholarship
• Federal Pell Grant recipients only
• Awards up to $5,000
• $3,000 supplement for critical-need languages
• Critical Language Scholarship (CLS) Program
• Fully funded 7 to 10 week summer
institutes in 14 different critical-need languages
• Boren Awards
• Awards up to $20,000 for academic year
• Locations that are critical to U.S. national security and underrepresented in
study abroad; studying a critical need language
• Many More! Search Study Abroad, Aztecs Abroad, & SDSU FA Websites, etc.
25. What should I do next?
Research Search Programs Create Profile
Apply
26. Research
• General Process
• How to choose a
program
• Financial Aid
• Scholarships
• Click on Process,
then Getting Started
for the full list of first
steps!
Click on Process
Visit www.sdsu.edu/studyabroad
27. • Search based on your
field of study
• Countries of interest
• Visit the host
university’s website for
more info
• Stay open to
possibilities!
Search for Programs
Visit www.sdsu.edu/aztecsabroad
28. • Aztecs Abroad
Access by
in using your Red
I.D. and
WebPortal
password
Follow the steps
as prompted
Create Your Profile
Complete
profile
&
access
additional
features
29. Meet with Advisors
SDSU Study Abroad Office
• Location: International Student Center
• Walk-in Advising: Tues & Weds, 1:00 pm – 4:00 pm
• By appointment: all other days/times; call 619-594-2475
• Study Abroad Advisors assist you once you’ve completed your
Aztecs Abroad profile and narrowed your program selection
• NOTE: Study Abroad advisors are not academic advisors
• Student Peer Advisors help you navigate Aztecs Abroad and
program options
Inemesit Williams Ryan McLemore Katie Palumbo
30. Meet with Academic Advisor
Undergraduate Studio Advisor
Mark Siprut
Office: Art North building – room 509
Phone: (619) 594-2850
Email: art.advising@sdsu.edu
Walk-in Hours:
Tuesday: 12:30am – 3:00pm
Thursday: 12:30pm – 2:00pm
*Please send a current Degree Evaluation to in-person visits
NOTE: Not applicable to
Faculty-Led Programs.
31. • See a Study Abroad Advisor for application details
• Application process varies by program:
– SDSU Exchange: Aztecs Abroad + Host Institution application
– ISEP: Aztecs Abroad + ISEP online application
– CSU-IP: Aztecs Abroad + CSU-IP online application
– Independent Program: Aztecs Abroad + provider application
– Faculty Led: apply w/College of Extended Studies or Professor
Submit Application
32. What you need to apply
• Select your first choice school and correct term
• Personal Statement
Visit the Writing Center, Love Library (LLA) 1103
• Letter of recommendation from Professor
NOTE: You can only submit ONE application per term
• Some programs may require a portfolio submission
33. Helpful Hints
• Meet with your professors during class and/or office hours to build
relationships for application recommendation letters
• Discuss your plans with your family & loved ones
• Save & budget your money, plan for expenses abroad, consider
your housing arrangements here in San Diego
• Make sure your passport is valid or apply for one
• SDSU PASSPORT OFFICE
• Open Tuesday – Saturday: 9:00 am – 3:00 pm
• Walk-ins Only
34. Get Involved!
• Come to the International Student Coffee Hour where
students share their culture through
performances, presentations, songs and food
• When? Every Friday 12:00 p.m. to 1:00 p.m.
• Where? The International Student Center lounge
• Why? Expand your cultural awareness; meet international
students and recent study abroad alumni
• Check out the SDSU Global Aztec Alliance
on Facebook to meet Study Abroad alumni
as well as international exchange students
who can help you on your
study abroad adventure!
– Email: aztecsgoglobal@gmail.com
35. Connect with us online!
Follow & Like SDSU Study Abroad on Facebook and
Instagram to stay up to date on deadlines and hear
helpful hints!
@sdsustudyabroad
Read our Be International
blog at
go.sdsu.edu/beinternational/
SDSU Study Abroad
www.sdsu.edu/studyabroad 619-594-2475
We’re Done…Thank you!
Editor's Notes
Welcome students and introduce yourself (name, position, where you studied abroad, when and how long)
Make a joke. Ask a question. Connect with students.
“Hello, My name is ____________________. I am a peer advisor at the SDSU Study Abroad office. I studied abroad in __________, during the _____ 20___ semester (year, summer, etc.)”
Explain the International Student Center (short introduction of the three offices):
- Study Abroad Office = support to outgoing students planning to study/intern/research abroad (attendance you are speaking to!)
International Student Services = support for international students earning a degree or on exchange (mainly visa and regulatory information)
International Student Programs = organizes events and programs for international degree and incoming exchange students
Passport Office = students and general public can apply for U.S. passports
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=OWDrbiSdU0c (Amsterdam)
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You should save them all in a playlist on the study abroad Youtube account for the Info Sessions and just let it run until the session starts.
“Welcome” in different languages allows the student connect if they have studied a foreign language, and to realize that the language difference is a huge first impression when arriving in a host country. They might want to learn a new language, which will qualify them even more for a scholarship or study abroad in a non-traditional location.
Mention main points of what we will be discussing today in this Information Session.
Remind students that they can take pictures w/their phones or request a copy of the presentation by emailing StudyAbroad@mail.sdsu.edu
Transition Slide:
“Now we are going to cover the Benefits of Study Abroad…”
Go through each point on the slide. If you have examples feel free to use them.
Let students know that thinking about these different points will help them with the personal statement they turn in with their study abroad application and narrowing down program choices.
Stress that studying abroad is more than just visiting another country…it’s about maximizing the experience professionally and personally while fulfilling academic needs.
Fun Fact: Only about 2% of U.S. college students study abroad! You are already a step ahead of peers! (Returnees are twice as likely to find a job within 12 months after graduating.)
WHY STUDY ABROAD
When studying fine arts abroad you will experience a nation’s culture through the creative lens of a current or former inhabitant of that country. This will not only give you an idea of the sociopolitical issues faced by a particular country through history, but it will also allow you to view the art as it is intended to be seen – in person. Viewing art in its most organic environment is to see it within its intended context, which is live in person in a museum, art gallery, theatre, music hall, or other art venues. The reaction or interpretation of art can be greatly influenced by the context in which it is presented, which is why studying the arts in its most natural habitat is more fulfilling than in the classroom.
SDSU offers study abroad programs on all of these continents!
Mention that all of the pictures are from SDSU students that studied abroad in the past. This could be them in the future!
Give quick vivid examples of possibilities: You could walk the colonial streets of Southern Mexico, you could ride the “Tube” in London, take a ferry in Istanbul, hike the Inca trail…visit ancient temples and modern shopping malls in India…
**Try not to stereotype the destination or activities**
Introduce alumni, if present. If no alumni is present, YOU can briefly answer the questions.
Transition Slide:
“Now we are going to cover the Factors to Consider before Studying Abroad…”
There are many factors that you should consider when you are choosing a program. Here are some of the most important factors:
Meet your Academic Needs
When studying abroad, the first thing you want to consider is your academics. Will the program offer what you need in order to graduate?
Remember this is “studying abroad,” not a vacation
Fulfilling international experience requirement
Is studying abroad required by your major or minor?
If so, make sure to check with your international coordinator or academic advisors in your departments to see if the study abroad program you chose would fulfill the requirement.
Types of classes: major, minor, GE
What type of courses do you need or want to take abroad?
Thinking about this may help you decide on a university abroad.
GE’s are usually more flexible, so it is a good idea to save some and take those while abroad.
Classes in English vs. foreign language
Most of our programs offer classes taught in English. However, there are some universities especially some in Spain, France, and Italy where most classes are taught in the native language.
Language requirements
If the program you choose offers classes taught in another language, then be aware that language prerequisites, ranging from one to six semesters of college-level proficiency, or the equivalent, are required in that host language.
Credit type and grading type vary by program
Transfer credits and Credit/ No Credits do not count towards the SDSU cap. Even though you are only allowed to take 9 Units Credit/No Credit at SDSU, if those credits come from a study abroad program you are allowed to exceed the limit of 9 units. Same counts for the 70 Units Transfer credit limit. ASK AN ADVISOR FOR MORE INFORMATION or VISIT THE ACADEMIC ADVISING OFFICE once you know the program you will attend
Program dates (in relation to SDSU)
Not every academic calendar in every country matches with SDSU
Pay close attention to the beginning and end dates of potential programs.
If there is overlap with the SDSU calendar, you may have to consider going a different semester or for the whole academic year.
Read through each point and include personal experiences where applicable.
Do not minimize decision to pursue short-term program, but discuss potential advantages of both long and short term.
Transition Slide:
“Now we are going to cover the different Program Types available for Studying Abroad…”
Clarify which office manages the different study abroad programs.
Regardless of program, ALL students are welcome to the SDSU Study Abroad Office.
Later in the process, they can meet with the other offices if they choose to pursue programs not managed by the Study Abroad Office.
We will go into more detail about the programs in the following slides.
Touch on each point.
You can do most SDSU exchange programs for either a semester or an academic year
These are direct exchanges that SDSU has with individual exchange partner universities in different countries. This means that they send us one student and we send them one student so this affects how competitive the programs are.
On these programs, you are integrated into the university life as best as possible so you will take courses with local students, as well as other exchange students from the U.S. and other countries.
Payment: On the SDSU Exchanges you will pay your normal SDSU tuition and campus fees here to cover a student coming from that university, and they do the same at their university for you.
Most SDSU Exchange programs have a minimum GPA requirement of 2.5 but there are some more competitive programs that require a 3.0
All of the courses you take on these exchange programs (for most programs) are considered resident credit so they will appear on your transcripts with our course numbers. All courses are posted as Credit/No Credit (for most programs) but these programs are approved to exceed your Credit/No Credit caps
Most programs are open to a wide range of majors but there are some programs that are geared to more specific majors
The application deadline for Fall is February 20th for most programs while the priority deadline for Spring is September 20th.
Touch on each point.
All academic year programs...The CSU subsidizes these programs to encourage students to take full advantage of the cultural immersion from academic year (two consecutive semesters).
The CSU International Programs are the system wide programs that students from any Cal State student can apply for.
The structure of the programs vary according to the location, but on most programs you are enrolled in regular university classes with local students and integrated into university life as best as possible. However, there are a few programs that are geared specifically for CSU or other international students, especially on the learn language programs.
There are some programs that offer a wide range of majors but some programs only offer specific majors so please pay attention to the academic fields offered on each program. It is also important for applicants to the United Kingdom that you notice that you are applying for a specific major, not a particular university.
Some programs do have preparatory language and culture courses that you are required to participate in prior to the beginning of the normal semester so you may have to go abroad in the end of the summer.
Payment: While on the CSU International Programs, you will pay your normal State University tuition fees, plus a study abroad fee that is similar to your SDSU campus fees.
The minimum cumulative GPA requirement for most programs is 2.75, but there are some more competitive programs that require a 3.0
You will receive resident credit for these programs, which means that the courses will be posted on your SDSU transcript with the letter grades that you earn. Your GPA will be affected.
The application deadline for most CSU International Programs is February 1st, but there are some programs in the southern hemisphere that have a May 1st deadline.
Touch on each point.
ISEP offers semester, academic year and summer programs
The International Student Exchange Programs, or ISEP, is a consortium or group of universities in which SDSU is a member. ISEP allows us to send students to more countries and universities that we don’t have direct exchanges with.
On ISEP Programs, they try to integrate you into regular university life and courses as best as possible so in most cases, you will be taking classes with local students.
Payment:
For ISEP exchange programs you will pay your normal SDSU tuition and fees, plus housing and meal plan for on-campus accommodation, which covers an incoming exchange student. Those students have paid to cover you at their university.
In addition to the ISEP exchange programs, they also offer ISEP Direct, which allows you to apply for the program and pay special fees through ISEP that go directly to the host university. The fees vary by program and location and in some instances, can be less expensive than an Exchange program. Some ISEP Direct programs may be cheaper Out-Of-State students paying a higher tuition here at SDSU.
Some ISEP Direct programs include both tuition and housing. For others you only pay tuition and then find housing on your own with help from the university.
Since the fees are paid to another university, SDSU accepts that coursework as Transfer Credit. You can use all your financial aid except work study, but you will have to complete an additional contractual agreement form.
Also, VA benefits/CalVet are not applicable for ISEP Direct.
The minimum cumulative GPA requirement for ISEP Programs is 2.75
Most of the programs offer a wide range of majors but there are some programs that are more limited and offer fewer academic fields.
The application deadline for the Fall semester is February 1st and the deadline for Spring semester is August 15th. The deadline for Summer programs is March 1st, but there may be some variation with certain programs.
Touch on each point.
Although SDSU has many programs, we realize that we cannot meet the needs of all students so you are welcome to participate in independent or non-SDSU programs.
There is a wide range of independent programs offered by provider organizations and other universities.
They offer different locations, universities, academic fields and lengths of programs so please do a lot of research and keep in mind the factors to consider when choosing a program.
The SDSU Study Abroad office can provide you some administrative support to ensure that you get academic credit and use your financial aid, but you need to work directly with the provider to get advising on program requirements, fees, courses offered and application deadlines.
You can use your financial aid but you will need to submit an additional agreement form.
There are also some limited possibilities of going abroad with a professor for a semester.
These programs are NOT run through the College of Extended Studies Faculty-led programs.
Contact the professor directly for more information (typically found on flyers around campus)
Read through information on the slide and mention that internships:
You can also participate in an internship abroad.
These internships are available during the academic year, semester, summer, or winter breaks.
You will get hands-on experience in a professional field that fits your academics, skills, and interests
Internships are good opportunities to gain practical or professional experience in an international context, better understand a workplace in another country, and make professional contacts/networks potentially useful upon graduation
You may be able to earn academic credit for an internship abroad, simply contact your academic advisor for approval
Please check the Aztecs Abroad website for a full list of providers, and important deadlines.
Transition Slide:
“Now we are going to cover the Financial Aid & Scholarships available for Studying Abroad…”
Program Costs
SDSU programs are generally affordable. In fact, on many programs you will pay the same or even less than it would be to study here for a semester or year. However, there are some locations that are more expensive due to a higher cost of living (I.E. Tokyo and Paris)
Budget for additional costs
Make sure that you take into consideration all factors when budgeting for a program, including flight, insurance, passport, visa, traveling and personal expenses, etc.
Financial Aid
You can use all financial aid that you receive at SDSU except work study. Please work with the Financial Aid Office to determine how your aid package applies to these programs.
There are also a lot of scholarships available for studying abroad so please apply for as many as possible. Talk to Financial Aid for their recommendations.
Please be aware that Financial Aid disburses your awards when the SDSU semester begins so you should go abroad prepared to cover your own expenses until your financial aid is disbursed.
Read through information on the slide and mention that there are many other scholarships available out there.
Be sure to apply for the Associated Students Study Abroad Scholarship because it’s based on a student fee you are already paying!
Gilman Scholarship is great opportunity for all Federal Pell Grant recipients who are U.S. citizens studying abroad for at least 28 days
Critical Language Scholarship (funded by U.S. Dept of State) great opportunity for full-funded program to intensively study a critical-need language
Boren Awards great opportunity if interested in critical-need languages and career in federal service (working for the government).
View a full list of scholarships on our website and in Aztecs Abroad.
Mention that we are now going to go over how to Research, Create A Profile, Search Programs, and Apply
We want students interested in doing a program abroad to take responsibility for their experience so the next step is for you to do some research about all the programs and narrow down your choices.
Visit the Study Abroad Website
Click on “Process”
Click on “Getting Started” for list of first steps including creating Aztecs Abroad profile and searching for programs
Students don’t need to be logged in to their profile to search programs; however, if they are logged in, their profile must be completed in order to search programs, OR, simply log out and click the “Search Programs” button on the main menu screen.
It is better to search with fewer criteria in order to get the most options possible. Term is not necessary to put in while doing a search.
Go step by step how to complete the profile.
The last step of the profile will ask whether or not the student met with an advisor, which has to be checked off by one of our advisors. To do so please make an appointment to see an advisor or come in during walk in advising.
Additional features are available to students once they log into their account (as shown on the second screen shot)
Touch on each point.
Explain Study Abroad walk-in and scheduling procedures
Study abroad office is the first gateway into study abroad office. They can talk to you about any program your interested in.
NOTE: Tell them that Study Abroad Advisor are NOT academic advisors
Research academics/classes available at host institution(s) before meeting with academic advisor
Meet with your major/minor department academic advisors and/or International Coordinators to discuss courses (stress student needs to bring them list of classes, preferably w/course descriptions, available from the host school’s website – in most cases.)
Clarify each application process for each program type (stressing that most have a two-step application process: Aztecs Abroad + … )
Emphasize in most cases students must complete BOTH Aztecs Abroad preliminary application and host institution or other external application
Aztecs Abroad main place for SDSU staff to track progress and know where students are located
What will students need to submit with application?
Point out the importance of choosing the correct term, first choice school, and that only one application can be submitted per term.
Personal Statement
Visit the Writing Center, Love Library (LLA) 1103 for assistance or trusted faculty
Letters of Rec (how many?)
No Academic Advisors, Graduate Teaching Assistants, etc.
Touch on each point. Add in experiences if applicable.
Transcripts must be in a sealed envelope that is mailed to their home address and delivered to our office personally. DO NOT SEND TRANSCRIPTS TO THE STUDY ABROAD OFFICE BECAUSE THEY COULD GET LOST.
Housing Arrangements – students should think about the length of their lease here in SD before signing for the time they want to be abroad; also, there are sources they can tap in to sublet their apartments, etc. (Facebook, GAA, etc.)
Mention each point
****Update Logo
GAA: Great way to get involved on campus and meet like-minded people who are interested in exploring the world and is a great resource for personal experiences and country specific information. Once they know where they want to go abroad and get accepted into their program GAA members are paired with international students from their host county so they’ll know a local student when they travel abroad.
Stress each of the four points, IN ORDER: 1. No student should come next door after the Info Session. Even if they know where they want to go, they need to call the office to schedule an appointment or come back another day. (We need to enter that they’ve attended the Info Session in Aztecs Abroad first anyway to mark that they met that requirement.)
2. DO YOUR RESEARCH AT HOME! Narrow your choices: country, school, program type, etc.
3. Finish your Aztecs Abroad profile. You CANNOT meet w/an advisor until you complete it. Must also add a portrait style photo of yourself.
4. Once 1-3 are done, call or visit the office to make an appointment. You can ask Peer Advisors many questions, saving you time waiting for an advisor. Otherwise, schedule an appt. or come during walk-ins.
THE END! “Thank you for coming!”
