We at the Towson University Study Abroad Office celebrate diversity and self-discovery. We are here to support you and make sure that you have the best experience abroad possible. The following are a few tips and resources to help with the journey: The Pre-Departure Manual for Faculty-Led Programs says–in so many words–Be aware! The culture… Read more Resource Series 7: The LGBTQA+ Community
Mobility International said it best: If you have a physical disability, “[y]ou can and should apply for the same international exchange experiences as everyone else. People with disabilities are an essential part of any program.” We want every student that wants to study abroad to get there, so here are some resources for students with… Read more Resource Series 5: Resources for Students with Disabilities Abroad
China We currently offer over 20 programs in China, including one of our exchanges, along with a faculty-led program. There are also countless opportunities to study abroad through program providers listed on our database. Cuba Check out this Minimester program offered through one of our providers, AIFS, in Havana! You could also spend your Spring Break… Read more Where Do We Recommend?
Welcome back, Tigers! It’s the beginning of the semester and there’s so much to do! The Study Abroad Office has put together a guide to some of our featured events happening during the Fall 2017 semester. Welcome Back Reception – AUGUST 31ST – 4PM TO 6PM – UNIVERSITY UNION 313 Join the Study Abroad Office… Read more Fall 2017 Events
It’s that time in your planning process that you need to pack. How do you fit everything in a suitcase or two? What can you carry on? And what should you bring? As someone who always packs too much wherever they go, packing for such a long time away can be daunting. Here’s a few… Read more Tips to Make Packing Easier
One of the most frequent questions we get asked is, “Do I need to speak a foreign language to study abroad?” Students are typically very relieved to find that the answer is no! While knowing the native language of the country you’re studying in is helpful, it is not required. Many of our program options… Read more Simple Steps to Learn a Language Before You Leave
The first thing a student must realize when attempting to include their experience abroad in their resume is that it isn’t a common experience for most U.S. college students. In fact, only 1.5% of all U.S undergraduate students managed to study abroad during the academic year 2015-16. Knowing how to articulate your experience and highlight it on your resume can… Read more 5 Tips to Showcase Study Abroad on your Resume
This semester, we received over 20 photo submissions from recent study abroad participants! After selecting the Top 10, we received over 1,000 votes across Twitter, Instagram, and Facebook! The winners of the Spring 2017 Photo Contest are: 1st Place: Leah Therres (Ambleside, United Kingdom) 2nd Place: Aleia Libao (Venice, Italy) 3rd Place: Courtney Pfaff (Lisbon,… Read more Spring 2017 Photo Contest Winners!
Do you want to study abroad, but don’t think you have time to squeeze it into your schedule? Does your major require an internship for graduation? Do you want your resume to stand out to future employers? If you answered yes to the above questions, a summer internship with Global Experiences might be just what… Read more Intern Abroad with TU!
The Towson University Study Abroad Office is excited to announce that we have received $30,000 worth of grant money from CIEE, and we want to give it to you! CIEE is back at it again with generous scholarship opportunities! As a part of their Generation Study Abroad initiative, CIEE has pledged to award $20 million… Read more CIEE Global Institute Grants for Spring 2018
