Education Abroad 101 (EA 101) is for anyone interested in studying abroad but isn't sure where to start! Topics covered include:

• Benefits of Education Abroad
• Things to Consider (courses, timing, budget)
• Program Types
• Cost Factors and Program Fees
• Scholarships and Funding
• Navigating the Website
• Searching for Programs
• Health, Safety and Security

At the end there will be a Q&A session where you can ask us any questions you may have.

REGISTRATION REQUIRED

Learn about the planning and significance of mega events like the Olympics and World Cup, while exploring and experiencing the role of popular culture, food, and life-long development in Japan.

Program offered for spring break 2025.

Information Meeting Scheduled for:

Date:     October 7, 2024

Time:     6:00 PM

Zoom:   Meeting ID: 923 1224 4436 (Passcode: 391265)

More information:

• Exploration of Sports, Mega Events and Food in Japan

Education Abroad 101 (EA 101) is for anyone interested in studying abroad but isn't sure where to start! Topics covered include:

• Benefits of Education Abroad
• Things to Consider (courses, timing, budget)
• Program Types
• Cost Factors and Program Fees
• Scholarships and Funding
• Navigating the Website
• Searching for Programs
• Health, Safety and Security

At the end there will be a Q&A session where you can ask us any questions you may have.

REGISTRATION REQUIRED

Experience the vibrant spirit of Indonesia at the Indonesian Cultural Night: "Serasi." Join PERMIAS MSU and IISMA MSU for an evening celebrating Indonesia's rich cultural tapestry through art, music, and dance. Don't miss this colorful showcase of Indonesian heritage in East Lansing!

Education Abroad 101 (EA 101) is for anyone interested in studying abroad but isn't sure where to start! Topics covered include:

• Benefits of Education Abroad
• Things to Consider (courses, timing, budget)
• Program Types
• Cost Factors and Program Fees
• Scholarships and Funding
• Navigating the Website
• Searching for Programs
• Health, Safety and Security

At the end there will be a Q&A session where you can ask us any questions you may have.

REGISTRATION REQUIRED

Ready to go the distance to make a difference?

In more than 60 countries, Peace Corps Volunteers are putting their purpose, passion, and skills to work in partnership with welcoming host communities - growing, teaching, learning, and making change. Together.

Join MSU's Peace Corps Prep Program Coordinator and current Peace Corps recruiters to learn about how Spartans can prepare for and serve in the Peace Corps.

Participants in the undergraduate Peace Corps Prep certificate program work throughout their studies to fulfil requirements in four competencies: sector-specific skills, foreign language proficiency, intercultural competence, and professional development. Upon completion of the requirements, program participants receive a certificate directly from the Peace Corps that makes them more competitive in the application process to serve in the Peace Corps.

For anyone interested in learning more about applying to the Peace Corps independent of the certificate program, the campus recruiter will provide information about the application process, current placement possibilities, and benefits of service. 

Explore the Peace Corps Prep program and Peace Corps Recruitment Office websites for more information!

Join us for a bite to eat (or just stay after the Peace Corps information session) and help make posters for the Peace Corps group walking in the MSU Homecoming Parade! We'll provide all the supplies and even some suggested slogans, but we need your help and creativity and artistic ability to get the job done. 

This will be super casual - just pop in, grab a slice of pizza, and commandeer a poster to make your masterpiece. We'll use them in the parade just a few days later, on October 18. Want to walk with the Peace Corps group? Aspiring volunteers and Peace Corps Prep students are welcome! Learn more about our parade group here, RSVP to walk with us here. 

The Office for Education Abroad (EA) Business Office is offering a hands-on workshop aimed at familiarizing EA faculty and staff with the Concur system and how to use it to financially plan and prepare for a program. This workshop is intended for all program directors and assistants leading an EA program on-site. 

In the workshop, we will cover:

• Creating a Travel Request
• Requesting a Cash Advance
• How to upload receipts
• Submitting a Travel Expense report (post program)
• Introduction to the University Travel Card, including important university policies impacting international travel

Please feel free to bring your lunch and your questions!

Join Saima Andalib and Tanusree Basak for a celebration of Diwali, the Indian festival of lights. Learn about the cultural significance of this joyous holiday and immerse yourself in the traditions and customs associated with Diwali.

We're looking for the most interesting and awe-inspiring photos that showcase your experience abroad.

Winning entries will be selected based on the best quality photographs that convey a strong sense of place or express a cross-cultural experience in one of the following categories:

LIFE ABROAD: Photos that show students engaging in the local culture or participating in program-related activities.

SPARTANS ABROAD: Photos of students wearing MSU attire or displaying Spartan pride.

Winners of the contest will receive a $50 gift card from an online photo product service such as Shutterfly or Mixbook.

Visit the Photo Contest webpage for more details.