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Summer 2015 Faculty-Led Program: Geography in the Heart of Europe: Prague

Geography in the Heart of Europe: Prague Prague, Czech Republic Courses: GEOG 494 Travel and Study OR GEOG 584 Travel and Study (Graduate students only) Fearless Leaders: Dr. Natalia Fath Site visits: Zihle Agricultural Farm and Kutna Hora, and cultural excursions to the Prague Zoo and Botanic Gardens, Prague Castle, and St. Vitus Cathedral Did you know Prague… Read more Summer 2015 Faculty-Led Program: Geography in the Heart of Europe: Prague

Posted on November 29, 2014 by Villamar, Katherine H.

Towson University commits to boosting study abroad participation

This press release was originally published on the Towson University News page. Towson University commits to boosting study abroad participation Looks to extend international experience to under-represented students TOWSON, Md. —Towson University joins the Institute of International Education (IIE)’s Generation Study Abroad initiative to increase the diversity and number of American students who study abroad.… Read more Towson University commits to boosting study abroad participation

Posted on November 22, 2014 by Villamar, Katherine H.

Reaching new heights

We’re pleased to share this amazing story of Towson students abroad in Peru last summer, not just studying abroad but researching abroad. During International Education Week here at TU you will have the opportunity to hear from both professor and students on their experience in Peru on Thursday, November 20 at 4:30 p.m. in Burdick… Read more Reaching new heights

Posted on November 19, 2014 by Villamar, Katherine H.

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The data is out! This is a highly anticipated time of year for international educators as the Institute for International Education releases the data for their annual Open Doors report to kick off International Education Week. That number in the title is representative of how many U.S. students studied abroad for credit in academic year… Read more 289,408

Posted on November 17, 2014 by Villamar, Katherine H.

Passport to the World: International Education Week 2014

International Education week is a joint initiative of the U.S. Department of State and the U.S. Department of Education that aims to promote programs that prepare U.S. citizens for a global environment and attract future leaders from abroad to study, learn and exchange experiences in the United States. Come celebrate International Education week Towson style… Read more Passport to the World: International Education Week 2014

Posted on November 15, 2014 by Villamar, Katherine H.

TU Study Abroad Office is Hiring!

Hey current and former study abroad students! Have you ever thought, “How can I combine my love for study abroad with my love for making money?” If you have, this post was written just for you. The Study Abroad Office is hiring Peer Advisors! Interested? We know you are. Now I’m sure you wondering, what is this Peer Advisor job and… Read more TU Study Abroad Office is Hiring!

Posted on November 12, 2014 by Villamar, Katherine H.

Extended Deadlines for Minimester 2015

Attention Towson! Really want to go abroad this minimester but think you’ve missed your chance? Have no fear – extended deadlines are here! Four of our minimester programs have extended application deadlines: Thursday, October 30, 2014! Which programs? Keep reading! Program: TU Crime and Punishment Cross-Nationally, UK Program Director: Dr. Elyshia Aseltine Courses: CRMJ 311… Read more Extended Deadlines for Minimester 2015

Posted on October 23, 2014 by Villamar, Katherine H.

Honors Seminar in Cuba!

This Spring, we have a unique opportunity for our students! Dr. Colleen Ebacher will be teaching a semester-long course here at Towson in which students will be able to spend 10 days in Havana, Cuba during Spring Break 2015. Here are the highlights: Fulfills HONR 370 OR an Honors College upper level elective Limited number of spaces… Read more Honors Seminar in Cuba!

Posted on October 21, 2014 by Villamar, Katherine H.

Summer 2015 Faculty-Led Program: Exploring Contemporary Visual Art in Berlin

Exploring Contemporary Visual Art in Berlin Berlin, Germany Courses: ART 494 Exploring Contemporary Visual Culture in Berlin Fearless Leaders: Prof. Carrie Fucile Site visits: Museums, galleries, historic sites, and artists’ studios interspersed with theme-based art projects. Did you know for this program students can explore the media of their own choosing!? To see the Horizons program… Read more Summer 2015 Faculty-Led Program: Exploring Contemporary Visual Art in Berlin

Posted on October 9, 2014 by Villamar, Katherine H.

Critical Language Scholarship

Calling all global citizens! Do you love to travel? Do you love learning languages? Do you really love free things? If you answered yes to any of these questions, listen up! We’ve got some information you need to hear. The Critical Language Scholarship Program is now accepting applications for its summer 2015 programs! What is… Read more Critical Language Scholarship

Posted on October 6, 2014 by Villamar, Katherine H.