GET INVOLVED
°®åú´«Ã½ International Friends
The International Friends Program matched current °®åú´«Ã½ °®åú´«Ã½ with new, incoming international °®åú´«Ã½. °®åú´«Ã½ °®åú´«Ã½ help the international °®åú´«Ã½ transition to life at °®åú´«Ã½, as well as serve as a resource for campus life. This is a great opportunity to meet new people and/or become friends with °®åú´«Ã½ from the university you studied abroad with or plan to study abroad. Please visit theÌýInternational Friends Program site for more information.
Student Testimonials
Students who have studied abroad are able to provide testimonials of their experiences. Providing testimonials is a great way for future °®åú´«Ã½ to get excited about their upcoming study abroad programs. Please email brichardson@fau.edu with the suggest "information to include" below so we can share your stories on our webpage.Ìý
Information to include:Ìý
Your name
3-4 photos of you on your trip with location and description
Your program, major and college year at the time of your trip
Why did you choose to study abroad?
What is your most memorable moment from your trip abroad?
What surprised you the most about your trip?
What you found most challenging about your trip?
What were your favorite meals, hobbies and hang out spots while on your trip?
What advice do you have for °®åú´«Ã½ who are considering doing so?
Your email address
Professional Organizations
There are many organizations, both nationally and statewide, that are designed to keep °®åú´«Ã½ involved in the international education community. Each of these organizations furthers international education in their own way while also providing opportunities for °®åú´«Ã½ to stay involved. Some of these organizations offer memberships at a discounted rate for °®åú´«Ã½. Here are a few of those organizations.
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Post Study Abroad
In addition to becoming involved with the °®åú´«Ã½ Study Abroad Ambassadors and other organizations, there are many ways to enjoy your post study abroad experience(s). The °®åú´«Ã½ Education Abroad office is always available to discuss options/opportunities with °®åú´«Ã½.
Ìý Go Abroad Again
We encourage °®åú´«Ã½ to study abroad as many times as they are able to, as long as it works academically, financially, etc. Students can set up an appointment with either Alex Baker, Steph Pack, or Brendan Richardson to discuss options.
Ìý Fulbright Student Program
TheÌý Ìýprovides grants for recently graduates °®åú´«Ã½ or graduating seniors to conduct individually designed study/research projects or for English Teaching Assistant Programs. Individuals who receive a grant will meet, work, live with and learn from the people of the host country. If you have any questions about the Fulbright Student Program then please email the °®åú´«Ã½ Fulbright Coordinator,Ìý Madison McShane.
Ìý °®åú´«Ã½ Owls Abroad Photo Contest
°®åú´«Ã½ Education Abroad hosts an annual photo competition where the °®åú´«Ã½ who studied abroad in the previous academic year will submit two photos from their time abroad. There will be a total of 4 winners selected by a panel of judges. For more information on awards, deadlines, and entry requirements please visit theÌý °®åú´«Ã½ Owls Abroad Photo Contest.