2023 EDUCATION ABROAD ENGAGEMENT WEEK

STEM Students Abroad

• 11:00 AM – 1:00 PM EST

• In-person | Kunkle Lounge, University Park Campus

• In a STEM major and considering pursuing an education abroad program? Students from Penn State STEM academic colleges are encouraged to join faculty and staff from the College of Engineering, Earth and Mineral Sciences, The College of Science, The College of Agricultural Sciences, and IST to learn more about the amazing opportunities for study abroad. Hear about all the funding options, how to choose the best program, and from STEM study abroad alumni about their experiences.

• All Penn State University Park students in a STEM-related major are encouraged to attend!

• Hosted by: The Center for Global Engineering Engagement and Penn State STEM Academic Colleges

Academic Planning: Study Abroad and Stay on Track for Graduation

• 12:00 PM – 12:45 PM EST

• Virtual | Academic Planning: Study Abroad and Stay on Track for Graduation Zoom Session (Note: You must be logged in to your Penn State Zoom account to join this session.)

• Thinking about studying abroad but don’t know how to go about choosing courses to take on your program? Join our Academic Planning: Study Abroad and Stay on Track for Graduation webinar hosted by our Penn State Global Education Abroad Advising team! Topics will include choosing the right program for your academic goals, figuring out how classes abroad will count toward your degree, and where to get help when you need it. Come prepared with any questions you may have!

• All Penn State students – regardless of home campus, major, or class standing – are encouraged to attend.

• Hosted by: Penn State Global Education Abroad

HDFS in Florence Fall 2023 Embedded Program Information Session

• 12:00 PM - 1:00 PM EST

• Virtual | HDFS in Florence Fall 2023 Embedded Program Information Session Zoom

• Penn State Mont Alto HDFS will host an information session for students interested in studying abroad through a Human Development & Family Studies program! In the fall 2023 term, Penn State Mont Alto students will have the opportunity to study abroad through the HDFS 499 course. HDFS 499 is a three-credit course offered during the fall 2023 term. Amid this course, there will be a 10-day travel portion to Florence, Italy from November 16-26, 2023. Join this info session for an interactive presentation hosted by the faculty who will be both teaching the course and leading the travel in Florence!

• All Penn State Mont Alto students interested in studying abroad with an HDFS focus are encouraged to attend!

• Hosted by: Penn State Mont Alto HDFS Department

Smeal Summer & Maymester Study Abroad Info Session

• 4:00 PM - 5:00 PM EST

• Virtual | Smeal Summer & Maymester Study Abroad Info Session Zoom (Registration Required)

• Are you planning a Smeal business major and thinking about a summer study abroad experience? Join the Smeal Office of International Programs to learn about types of programs, when to apply, and hear about CUSTOM faculty-led programs running in summer 2023. Where will you spend your summer?

• All Smeal College of Business majors, regardless of home campus or class standing, interested in studying abroad are encouraged to attend.

• Hosted by: Smeal Office of International Programs

Education Abroad 101 With Returned Students

• 5:00 PM – 6:00 PM EST

• Virtual | Education Abroad 101 With Returned Students Zoom (Registration Required)

• Are you interested in learning more about participating in an education abroad program during your time at Penn State? Look no further. Join our Education Abroad Peer Advisers to hear firsthand the experiences of current Penn State students who have recently studied abroad! Education Abroad 101 With Returned Students will begin with a presentation from peer advisers, which provides all the basics you need to know about pursuing an education abroad experience! We will cover a general overview of education abroad opportunities at Penn State, how to search for programs, how to evaluate cost and financial aid opportunities, and the next steps in the process. The presentation aspect of this event will take approximately 30 minutes. Then, we’ll transition straight into a Q&A session. Come prepared with all your education abroad-related questions! Our peer advisers are eager to help you!

• All Penn State students – regardless of home campus, major, or class standing – are encouraged to attend!

• Hosted by: Penn State Global Education Abroad

Education Abroad Customized Programs Expo

• 11:00 AM - 1:00 PM EST

• In-person | HUB-Robeson Center in Noontime Lounge (right outside of Heritage Hall), University Park Campus

• Join us to learn about summer education abroad programs! Faculty members and other program leaders who are leading a program during the summer 2023 term will be present to provide information about the opportunities they offer! If you’re hoping to study abroad this summer, we invite you to learn about summer options that can broaden your academic and professional horizons! Even those who are looking to participate in an education abroad program at a later date can benefit from learning more about the options available at Penn State. With a much lighter class load, summer can be the ideal time for students to study abroad! Education Abroad staff will be present at this event, as well.

• All Penn State University Park students are encouraged to attend!

• Hosted by: Penn State Global Education Abroad

Study & Intern Abroad in Asia: Information Session & Student Panel

• 4:00 PM - 5:00 PM EST

• Hybrid | 131 HUB-Robeson Center, University Park campus (RSVP Encouraged) | Study & Intern Abroad in Asia: Information Session & Student Panel Zoom (Registration Required)

• Considering participating in an education abroad program? Diversify your experience and set yourself apart by participating in an education abroad program in Asia! Join us to learn more about the 30+ opportunities we offer to Penn State students in countries such as Bhutan, Cambodia, China, Hong Kong, Japan, Malaysia, Singapore, South Korea, and Thailand. You will hear from Penn State students who participated in some of these programs, and they will be available to answer any questions you have. Additionally, we will discuss how you can fund your experience in Asia by researching scholarship and grant opportunities. Those who attend the in-person session at the University Park campus will have the opportunity to try snacks from a variety of countries in Asia!

• All Penn State students – regardless of home campus, major, or class standing – interested in studying abroad in Asia are encouraged to attend. University Park students who are able to make either session are urged to attend in person, so they can partake in the snack taste-testing!

• Hosted by: Penn State Global Education Abroad

Maymester in Mexico Information Session

• 5:00 PM - 6:00 PM EST

• Virtual | Maymester in Mexico Information Session Zoom (Registration Required)

• Ever think about studying abroad in Mexico? This is the perfect session for you! Join the program leaders of Maymester in Mexico to gather details about the program. A panel of previous Maymester in Mexico participants will also attend the session! Hear real experiences and program reflections from former students. After the information session, there will be some allotted time for questions.

• All Penn State students – regardless of home campus, major, or class standing – interested in studying abroad in Mexico are encouraged to attend.

• Hosted by: Maymester in Mexico Program

Study Abroad in Spain 101

• 7:00 PM - 8:00 PM EST

• Virtual | Study Abroad in Spain 101 (Registration Required)

• Interested in studying abroad in Spain? Come learn 5 tips about how to select a Penn State education abroad program in Spain that supports your academic, career, and personal goals! A Q&A session will be offered at the end of the event.

• If you can’t make this webinar, no worries! It will be recorded. Once the session concludes, the recording will be posted here.

• All Penn State students – regardless of home campus, major, or class standing – interested in studying abroad in Spain are encouraged to attend.

• Hosted by: Penn State Global Education Abroad

Culture Shock 101

• 11:00 AM – 12:00 PM EST

• Virtual | Culture Shock 101 Zoom (Registration Required)

• What is culture shock? Why and when does it happen? How can we learn to deal with it? We tend to focus on getting to the destination and neglect to consider how we will feel when we arrive. Join Education Abroad Adviser Kristin Franco to learn more about the culture shock phenomenon and how understanding what you are going through can help you navigate challenges abroad and beyond.

• All Penn State students – regardless of home campus, major, or class standing – are encouraged to attend.

• Hosted by: Penn State Global Education Abroad

Education Abroad Peer Adviser Panel & Perspective

• 4:00 PM – 5:00 PM EST

• Hybrid | 134 HUB-Robeson Center, University Park Campus and Education Abroad Peer Adviser Panel & Perspective Zoom (Registration Required)

• Would you like to learn about the experiences of previous education abroad students before making the leap and participating in an education abroad program? Then, Education Abroad Peer Adviser Panel & Perspective is the perfect event for you! To begin, this event gives students a brief overview of education abroad at Penn State with a 10-minute Education Abroad 101 presentation. Next, Education Abroad Peer Adviser Panel & Perspective quickly moves into a panel discussion featuring our Education Abroad Peer Advisers, which will be facilitated by our own Education Abroad staff. Peer advisers will discuss each element of their experience abroad and its overall impact on their personal, professional, and academic development. Capping off the event will be a live Q&A session that incorporates both in-person and virtual attendees.

• All Penn State students – regardless of home campus, major, or class standing – are encouraged to attend. University Park students who have the option of attending virtually or in person are urged to join us in the HUB!

• Hosted by: Penn State Global Education Abroad

HHD Education Abroad Engagement

• 4:15 PM - 6:00 PM EST

• In-person | 108 Henderson Building, University Park Campus

• Are you an HHD student looking to participate in an education abroad program during your time at Penn State? Join us for short overviews from College of Health and Human Development faculty on study abroad opportunities focused on health, human development, and recreation and tourism for summer 2023 and beyond. Information on programs in the United Kingdom, Italy, Denmark and more will be highlighted. Following the presentations, students will have an opportunity to ask questions or speak with faculty leaders. Come for the entire session or just drop by from 5:15 to speak with faculty.

• All Penn State University Park students majoring in a Health and Human Development-related field who are interested in pursuing an education abroad program are encouraged to attend.

• Hosted by: Penn State College of Health and Human Development

Spanish Culture and Language: Ronda, Puebla, and Cadiz Summer Programs Info Session

• 5:30 – 7:00 PM EST

• In-person | 271 Willard Building, University Park Campus

• Want to study Spanish in Mexico or Spain this summer? Come learn about the summer education abroad programs that the Penn State Spanish, Italian, and Portuguese Department have in Mexico and Spain! In this info session, students will learn about programs in Ronda, Puebla, and Cadiz. They can also expect to find out more information on program dates, courses traveling to each location, scholarships, and more! Faculty leaders and former program participants will be present at the session to answer your questions!

• All University Park students interested in studying abroad in a Spanish-related program are encouraged to attend!

• Hosted by: Penn State University Park Spanish, Italian, and Portuguese Department