The Study Abroad team at ISU is gearing up for the semi-annual Study Abroad Fair! The Study Abroad Fair allows interested students the opportunity to speak to with representatives of many study abroad programs in an open house setting. Students are able to visit various tables staffed by partner universities, faculty leading upcoming study abroad
Unit: Study Abroad
President Dietz’ visit to China strengthens relationships with partner universities
A delegation from Illinois State University led by President Larry Dietz visited two partner universities— Shanghai Normal University Tianhua College (Tianhua College) and Southwest University (SWU)—in China from October 24–28.
Spring 2018 International Seminar Series to focus on Europe in global context
The topic of the Spring 2018 International Seminar Series will be “Europe in a Global Context.”
First student to complete Prep program accepted into Peace Corps
Senior elementary education major Sabrina Jaffer was just accepted into Peace Corps to teach English in Malawi. Passionate about volunteering, Jaffer is the first student to finish the Peace Corps Prep program, which launched in September 2016.
Study Abroad Fair raffle winners drawn
The Fall Study Abroad Fair on Thursday, October 26, was a great success.
Professor Parodi wins Internationalization Award
Professor Carlos Parodi received a Faculty/Staff Internationalization Award from the Office of International Studies and Programs (OISP).
Students learn about fair trade in Costa Rica
A group of Illinois State students spent one week in the village of San Miguel de Sarapiqui in Costa Rica with Politics and Government faculty Noha Shawki and Julian Westerhout.
International Education Week 2017, October 23-27
International Education Week celebrates the internationalization and diversity of Illinois State University by highlighting events, programs, and courses that enhance the globalization of our campus.
Spring 2019 early-bird deadline announced for study abroad
In an effort to give students more time to plan for their Spring 2019 study abroad experience, the Study Abroad Office will be offering early initial admission decisions for select programs. The Early Bird Deadline allows students to apply for any of the following programs by June 15, 2018, and have an admission decision by July 1, 2018.
Study Abroad welcomes 5 new Study Abroad correspondents
Illinois State University’s Study Abroad Office is eager to introduce their newest group of student video bloggers, known as Study Abroad correspondents.