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
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
We are thrilled to announce our new TU Exchange Program in the Czech Republic! What is an exchange program, you ask? At Towson University, an exchange program is a study abroad program at one of our partner universities abroad. They send us students and we send them students. These programs are offered in the spring… Read more Czech it Out! Why You Should Study in Prague
Veterans represent a growing population on college campuses, and that means more students that should study abroad! Plus, if you receive G.I. Bill educational funding, you could be traveling for little to nothing! Check out thoughts from Chris Powell, the Study Abroad Office Veteran Liaison, on studying abroad as a Veteran. Thoughts from Chris Powell,… Read more Advice for Veterans Studying Abroad
The Study Abroad Office and the Center for Student Diversity have partnered to provide programming specifically suited to students that are not traditionally represented in study abroad. Please join us at the following events so we can show you how truly accessible study abroad is for everyone! Discussion Series Schedule of Events: February 22nd, 12-2pm … Read more “I, Too, Am Study Abroad” Spring 2017 Discussion Series
Thoughts from Peer Advisor, Alie Waller Studying abroad is notorious for fostering cross-cultural experiences and forcing students out of their comfort zones. Spending time in a foreign country, whether it be for 2 weeks or 2 years, bestows invaluable life lessons upon the traveler that may not be experienced had they never taken that first… Read more So You’re Studying Abroad During an Election Year…
The Study Abroad Office and the Center for Student Diversity have partnered to provide programming specifically suited to students that are not traditionally represented in study abroad. Please join us at the following events so we can show you how truly accessible study abroad is for everyone! Discussion Series Schedule of Events: September 14th, 12-2pm* Center… Read more “I, Too, Am Study Abroad” Discussion Series
Please welcome Katie Villamar to Towson University. She joins TU as the new Associate Director for Study Abroad. Katie’s passion for the international education field stems from her own global experiences. An avid traveler, her first study abroad experience as a Student Ambassador in Western Europe in 2000 helped her to realize her life’s passion… Read more Meet the Office: New Associate Director and New Peer Advisors
And now, the moment you’ve all been waiting for… We have finalized the line-up for the 2017 faculty-led programs! If you are unfamiliar with our faculty-led programs, they are essentially study abroad opportunities during the winter, spring, and summer breaks led by Towson faculty, ranging from 2-6 weeks. Without further ado… MINIMESTER: A Tale of Two Cities:… Read more 2017 Faculty-Led Program Announcement!
The Towson University Study Abroad Office is excited to announce that we have received $50,000 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 Open Campus Grants
