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
It’s the constant question among students and parents that are interested in learning about study abroad—“How will I pay for it?” If money is tight, studying abroad may seem like the last possible option. Hopefully, the resources given here will show you that studying abroad can be an option for anyone, including students with financial… Read more Resource Series 4: Tips for Financing Study Abroad
The next installment in our Resource Series is one that hopefully everyone will read and relate to: tips on safety! No matter where you are in the world, it is important to know what to do to stay safe, and what resources to access in the case of an emergency. Keep your money and important… Read more Resource Series 3: Safety Abroad!
Whatever the specifics are for your case when preparing to study abroad, we want to be able to help you! The following list is by no means exhaustive, but we hope you find the resources useful. Diversity Abroad has great resources for diverse students. Check out their tips for students of color abroad. Transitions Abroad… Read more Resource Series 2: Resources for Students of Color Abroad
Thoughts from Lyndsi Jones, Peer Advisor Who out there struggles with some kind of mental health condition? Have you thought about studying abroad? Are you worried that studying abroad would be too stressful, or too hard to manage along with your illness? What many students don’t realize is that over 20% of people between the… Read more Resource Series 1: Tips for Handling Mental Illness Abroad
