HANDBOOKS

General Orientation Student Handbook

ADVISORS

If you have been accepted to a study abroad program or know in which one you plan to enroll, then make an appointment with a study abroad advisor.

Please call (414) 229-5182.

GENERAL ADVISING SESSIONS

These hour-long sessions review all the opportunities available to you. They explain how financial aid can be used for accredited study abroad programs and assist you in selecting a program. 

This is the first step for persons unsure what program would best serve their needs. 

Fall 2006 semester sessions:

Wednesday, Sept 13, 1-2pm

Thursday, Sept 21, 2-3pm

Thursday, Sept 28, 3-4pm

Friday, Oct 6, 1-2pm

All sessions will be held in Garland 104

STUDY ABROAD LIBRARY

 

Students are welcome to use the extensive study abroad library anytime during office hours. Included in the library are country files filled with brochures and information about overseas programs. In addition you will find more detailed information on UWM's Programs, If study abroad is not a viable option for you, look for information on work abroad, international career, teaching abroad and international travel. 

STUDY ABROAD LIBRARY HOURS
Monday-Friday 8:00am-4:30pm

Pearse Hall Room 166

EDUCATION ABROAD ARTICLES (from NAFSA's International Educator)

Wanted: Global Workers

International education experiences help prepare global-ready graduates for the twenty-first century workforce.

Education Abroad on the Fast Track

Short-term programs are an ever increasing part of international education. But how do they fit into the overall picture for education abroad?

Who's NOT Studying Abroad?

For a wide variety of physical, social, economic, cultural, and academic reasons, certain populations in U.S. higher education tend to be underrepresented in education abroad programs. But, many educators in the field are working diligently to open up these important educational opportunities to more students.