The Virtual Study Abroad Fair, hosted by CollegeWeekLive, IIE, and the U.S. Department of State, supports IIE’s Generation Study Abroad initiative, which seeks to double the number of American students who participate in study abroad, including academic programs as well as internships, service learning and non-credit educational experiences.
Students and their families are invited to:
- Watch live video presentations about study abroad topics, such as choosing a program, learning how to finance studying abroad, applying for scholarships and preparing for study abroad, the value of study abroad for careers and job prospects. Sessions focused on study abroad opportunities in specific countries or regions will also be featured.
- Hear from educational organizations about study abroad programs, internships abroad, and service learning opportunities
- Chat live with study abroad representatives from colleges and universities and study abroad programs around the world
Towson University recently committed to Generation Study Abroad, as well, with the intent of boosting student participation by 40% by the year 2020. Read more online: http://towsonabroad.wordpress.com/2014/11/22/gsa/
