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

MSU's Tax Clinic can assist you with any tax-related questions you have during their walk-in advising hours.

MSU Tax Clinic Walk-In Advising
Wednesdays, 12:30pm-2:30pm, January 29-April 9th
Monday, 12:30pm-2:30pm, April 14th
International Center, Room 302

Please note that walk-in advisors do not have tax software codes to distribute and cannot file your taxes for you. They can answer specific questions you have about your taxable income, tax residency status, and income taxes.

White Sun of the Desert (Белое солнце пустыни, 1969; 85 min). These film screening events are sponsored and organized by the MSU Center for European, Russian, & Eurasian Studies (CERES).

Love to travel? Interested in living abroad after graduation? Curious about exploring other cultures?

MSU students and recent graduates are invited to this Fulbright US Student Program information session, which will be presented by MSU's Fulbright Program Advisor, Joy Campbell. The Fulbright is a competitive grant program sponsored by the US Department of State that provides funding for travel and living expenses; the competition is open to US citizens who hope to work, teach, or study abroad after graduation. 

Session attendees will learn about the three types of Fulbright awards open to MSU students and recent graduates: English Teaching Assistant, Open Study, and Research grants. The presenter will give an overview of the programs, discuss eligibility and benefits, then cover the various application requirements. 

Students typically work on applications the summer after junior year, applying in October of their senior year. It is also possible for recent alumni to apply. 

Join us in person or via Zoom:

• https://msu.zoom.us/j/93091211671
• Meeting ID: 930 9121 1671
• Authentication: MSU email address required. If you have graduated and no longer have one, please contact Joy Campbell prior to the event to be added to the invitation list under your personal email. 

For more information, explore the MSU Fulbright website, and contact Joy Campbell with any questions.

Go Green! Go White! Go Global! 

The Wellness Abroad workshop will identify the most common sources of students' distress on education abroad programs and review healthy ways to respond to them. 

Students will leave with their own personal wellness plans to follow during their study abroad programs. 

Everyone is welcome to attend!

Orientations based on region have been scheduled for students participating in summer 2025, fall 2025 and academic year 25-26 programs. Nominated, accepted, and committed students in direct enroll, exchange or an affiliated program will receive an invitation in Via Global and must register.  Program Coordinators from the Office for Education Abroad will be presenting the information. 

Asia Regional Orientation

• Presenters: Sandy Tupper and Jonus Cottrell
• Wednesday, April 16, 2025
• 5:00 pm
• 201 International Center

For more than 30 years, International Studies and Programs has presented a series of distinguished awards to recognize individuals who have contributed positive, lasting change across the world through their efforts in international research, teaching and outreach. 

Recipients will be honored at the 2025 International Awards Ceremony on Thursday, April 17, 2025 at 3:30 p.m. at the Kellogg Center. The event is open to all globally minded members of the extended Spartan community.

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

Never traveled before?  We've got you covered!

This workshop focuses on the basics from packing, flying, budgeting, communication, and more for students who have never traveled abroad. 

Gaby Baylor from the Office of Global Health, Safety and Security will also be on-hand to share health and safety information.

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