STUDY ABROAD THIS FALL

Social & Theological studies ABROAD

Everyone reads about Jerusalem, but how many have seen the Temple Mount?  Everyone learns about less fortunate peoples, but how many have taught in a third-world classroom?


Tomorrow, Education Abroad Peer Ambassador, Ben Burke, will be giving a presentation on Social & Theological studies abroad.

It is hard to quantify the cultural competency gained by students who decide to immerse themselves in the religious & social issues of their host country.  By studying theology in a city like Rome, students are able to live and breathe a religious history that spans more than a millennium.  Joesph Mann, alumni of A&S's Cape Town internship program, describes how his work with a child's rights organization helped him gain a new perspective.  "You might see images of poor starving children, the entire country is not like that," Joesph said.  "There are many faces to South Africa, just like the U.S."

In fact, Joesph and other students on last summer's Cape Town program met Nobel Peace Prize winner Archbishop Desmond Tutu.  "With everything you know about Archbishop Tutu and his global reputation, he just sat down and talked," Mann said.  "He's real.  The experience was unforgettable."

IFSA Butler puts Study Abroad within Reach

New program & scholarship through UK Partner, IFSA-Butler, make studying abroad possible for everyone.

First, IFSA-Butler's "Fill the GAP" program allows students to set up a savings account in which family, friends & local groups may deposit money.  Not only is this an easy tool for community-based fundraising, but IFSA-Butler will also match these funds up to $1,000!  Visit their website for details & more information on this program.

Second,  IFSA-Butler is now offering scholarships of up to $2,500 for First Generation College Students.  This scholarship can cover many of the up-front costs associated with study abroad including passport, visa & airfare expenses.  Also, IFSA-Butler offers post-study abroad resume building workshops to recipients of their First Generation Scholar Program. 

Education Abroad at UK works with IFSA-Butler in England, Ireland, Egypt & the United Arab Emirates.

PELL? YES YOU CAN STUDY ABROAD!

PELL? YES YOU CAN STUDY ABROAD!  

This Thursday, in 217 Funkhouser, Education Abroad at UK will be holding an informal chat about study abroad opportunities for PELL Grant recipients.  

Learn about PELL Grant matches through SIT Study Abroad, Gilman Scholarship opportunities & much more.

Free snacks & refreshments will be provided.