Resources available for faculty members who wish to design and implement short-term, overseas programs:
Manuals:
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*New programs should "initiate" the program proposal at least 12 months in advance. This will provide basic information to the study abroad office regarding intent to run a new program. Follow-up conversations will be coordinated with appropriate staff regarding program development. Completed proposals will need to be submitted by the posted deadlines.
It is beneficial for the recruitment for your program to submit proposals earlier than the posted deadline.
Calendar view of events for faculty/staff.
New Program Leaders will need to attend one of the available sessions:
- IN PERSON - September 17, 2025 | 3:30-5:00 PM
- Virtual - October 3, 2025 | 9:30-11:00 AM
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Join us for an informative orientation session designed to prepare you for every step of the journey. We’ll walk through what to expect in your role, how to recruit and support students and the key logistics that go into managing a successful program.
These sessions are geared toward faculty/staff leading a program for the first time or those that want a refresher course on how to manage their program.
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Virtual session |September 5, 2025 | noon-1:00 PM
The saying goes, we don’t learn from our experiences, we learn from reflecting on our experiences.
Join us for a roundtable debriefing of recent programs. Share your highs & lows with others who can relate. We’ll add probing questions to help unpack your program, with the objective of preparing for and improving the next one!
Session is ideal for program leaders of recent 2025 programs.
Please register via the Registration_Adding Intercultural Learning link
Two available session options to choose from:
In Person | October 29, 2025 | 3:30-4:30
Virtual | November 18, 2025 | 10-11:00 AM
In this session we’ll take an imaginary journey together, experiencing intentional elements of our itinerary. By blending the excitement of travel with intentional pedagogical approaches to experiential education, meaningful intercultural growth can easily be achieved.
Join us to see just how easy it can be to plug them into your own endeavors abroad, or even on-campus.
Program Leader Pre-Departure Health and Safety Session
This session is for faculty or staff that will be leading or assisting a program during 2026. Program leaders should plan to attend one of the following sessions.
January 30, 2026 | 9:00-10:30 AM
February 11, 2026 | 3:30-5:00 PM
Please register for your preferred date via the Faculty/Staff Calendar
We will be covering faculty responsibilities before, during and after the program as well as emergency procedures and communication plans. This is the time to get your questions answered and potentially share some of your own best practices.
Please register via Registration_Moments that Matter
Virtual | February 13 | 9:30 - 10:30 PM
It is common to hear that study abroad program leaders must wear many hats. As students encounter differences and engage in often complicated conversations while abroad, they need help navigating their way with grace and understanding. The Mentor hat might be worn throughout.
Attend this session to learn ways in which overseas instructors can seize opportunities for learning by embracing the role of intercultural Mentor
Consultation Offerings:
Do you have questions about program design/development, enrollment management, intercultural learning, or desire to debrief your experience abroad? Pick a time and let’s chat!