Upcoming Events
Study Abroad Walk-in Advisement
📅 Every Thursday (Starting: January 29, 2026)
⏰ 1:00 p.m. – 3:00 p.m.
📍 Taconic Floor 2, Academic Support Center
Are you interested in studying abroad? 🌍 Stop by and ask your questions!
Advisors from the Study Abroad Office will be available for walk-in hours every Thursday. No appointment needed!
Returnee: Selki in Scandinavia
April 7, 2026 (Tuesday)
3:30 p.m. – 4:30 p.m.
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Interested in studying abroad in Denmark or Sweden?
Hear from a recent returnee about what it was like being a student there.
Join us for Guess the Flag
April 9, 2026 (Thursday)
4:00 p.m. – 5:00 p.m.
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Join us for a little friendly competition and test your knowledge of international flags and countries!
Bring your friends!
Live your Lush Life in Scandinavia
🗓️ April 15, 2026 (Wednesday)
🕔 12:00pm – 1:00pm
📍 Online: via Zoom
👉 Click Here for Registration!
Q&A with Returnee(s) from Copenhagen & Stockholm and current students abroad.
Please use the link provided above to register and watch the recording at your convenience OR join us during our scheduled time.
Returnee: Angelina in Barcelona
April 16, 2026 (Thursday)
5:00 p.m. – 6:00 p.m.
Massry BB 205
Interested in studying abroad in Spain?
Hear from a recent returnee about what it was like being a student there.
Guess the Country by Emoji
April 21, 2026 (Tuesday)
5:00 p.m. – 6:00 p.m.
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Test your international knowledge and guess the country by the emoji combination!
Study Abroad Vision Board Making
April 24, 2026 (Friday)
12:00 p.m. – 1:00 p.m.
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Bring friends and a computer, iPad, etc., and make a vision board for your ideal study abroad program!
Study Abroad In Grenoble France
💡 Business-Focused | 💡 Engineering-Focused
🗓️ April 27, 2026 (Monday) | 🗓️ April 28, 2026 (Tuesday)
🕔 9:30am – 10:30am | 🕔 3:00pm – 4:00pm
📍 BB 374 | 📍 Taconic 118
👉 Click Here for Registration! (Jot Form)
Are you studying Business, Economics, Engineering, or Physics? Find out how you may study abroad and graduate on time!
Guest Representers: Grenoble INP | University of Grenoble Alpes | Past Student Participants | UAlbany Education Abroad
Happy Peace Corps Week/International Women’s Day Social
March 3 (Tuesday)
6:30 p.m. – 8:00 p.m.
Science Library Atrium – Barns and Noble Reading Room
Celebrate Peace Corps’ 65th Anniversary and International Women’s Day – Give to Gain
Join the Returned Peace Corps Volunteers of Northeastern New York and UAlbany Peace Corps Prep Certificate students and be inspired by stories from women who serve in communities all around the world!
Everyone is welcome. Snacks provided.
Come enjoy food, friendship, fun & other languages and cultures!
Event Contact Email
Returnee: Khianna in Valencia, Spain
February 25, 2026 (Wednesday)
4:30 p.m. – 5:30 p.m.
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Interested in studying abroad in Valencia, Spain?
Hear from a recent returnee about what it was like studying at UAlbany in Valencia.
Mother Language Day – Open MIC Night
February 19 (Thursday)
5:00 p.m. – 6:00 p.m.
Humanities 354
Come enjoy food, friendship, fun & other languages and cultures!
Why Language Matters to Me – Poetry and Essay Contest
February 19 (Thursday)
5:00 p.m. – 6:00 p.m.
Humanities 354
Come enjoy food, friendship, fun & other languages and cultures!
Mother Language Day – Celebrating Languages & Multilingualism
February 19 (Thursday)
3:00 p.m. – 4:00 p.m.
Humanities 354
Come enjoy food, friendship, fun & other languages and cultures!
Mother Language Day – French Social
February 19 (Thursday)
3:00 p.m. – 4:00 p.m.
Humanities 290
The French Program and the French Club invite you to share Galettes des rois and Crepes!
Study Abroad 101: Budgeting
February 11 (Wednesday)
5:00 p.m. – 6:00 p.m.
Taconic 302
Interested in learning budgeting tips & how to manage finances while studying abroad? Stop by and learn from our returnees!
Study Abroad 101: What is Study Abroad?
February 10 (Tuesday)
5:00 p.m. – 6:00 p.m.
Taconic 302
Do you want to study abroad but don’t know where to start? Come hear from our study abroad returnee(s) and learn from them!
Info Session on Studying Abroad with the Gilman Scholarship
🗓️ February 9, 2025 (Monday)
🕔 5:00pm – 6:00pm
📍 Online: via Zoom
👉 Click Here!
Dear summer and fall 2026 study abroad applicants,
Are you a Pell Grant recipient? Are you looking for ways to fund your study abroad experience? Join us for a virtual information session about the Benjamin A Gilman Scholarship! This scholarship provides up to $5,000 worth of funding to Pell Grant recipients who are applying to credit-bearing study abroad programs.
During this information session we will discuss the background and eligibility requirements of the scholarship as well as tips on how to write compelling essays to help your application stand out.
Study Abroad Info Session
February 4 (Wednesday)
6:00 p.m. – 7:30 p.m.
Catskill 204
Interested in studying abroad but don’t know how to get started?
Stop by and hear from our advisors!
Study Abroad 101: Budgeting
February 3 (Tuesday)
5:00 p.m. – 6:00 p.m.
Taconic 302
Interested in learning budgeting tips & how to manage finances while studying abroad? Stop by and learn from our returnees!
Study Abroad 101: What is Study Abroad?
January 30 (Friday)
12:00 p.m. – 1:00 p.m.
Taconic 302
Do you want to study abroad but don’t know where to start? Come hear from our study abroad returnee(s) and learn from them!
Study Abroad at UAlbany in Valencia Information Session
January 28 (Wednesday)
5:00 p.m. – 6:00 p.m.
Taconic 302
Do you want to take classes near beautiful beaches and in sunny Valencia for a semester? UAlbany courses are taught on this amazing study abroad experience. Come learn more about this opportunity, and one of our UAlbany in Valencia staff members from Spain will be here to answer any questions!
Study Abroad Vision Board Making
January 28 (Wednesday)
4:00 p.m. – 5:00 p.m.
Catskill 370
Bring friends and a computer, iPad, etc., and make a vision board for your ideal study abroad program!
UAlbany Study Abroad Fair
January 28 (Wednesday)
12:00 p.m. – 3:00 p.m.
Campus Center, Great Hall (Outside Starbucks)
Are you interested in studying abroad in a different country? Come by to the UAlbany Education Abroad Fair!
Come learn about the many different opportunities and options to study abroad for a semester, for a year, for the summer, or for the winter!
Show Up and Study – Dec 15
December 15, 2025 (Monday)
12:00 p.m. – 3:20 p.m.
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Stop by in between your exams to study or relax with some international cartoons!
Show Up and Study – Dec 12
December 12, 2025 (Friday)
12:00 p.m. – 3:30 p.m.
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Stop by in between your exams to study or relax with some international cartoons!
Show Up and Study – Dec 11
December 11, 2025 (Thursday)
12:00 p.m. – 3:30 p.m.
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Stop by in between your exams to study or relax with some international cartoons!
Show Up and Study – Dec 10
December 10, 2025 (Wednesday)
12:00 p.m. – 3:20 p.m.
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Stop by in between your exams to study or relax with some international cartoons!
International Holidays Trivia
December 3, 2025 (Wednesday)
4:30 p.m. – 5:30 p.m.
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Bring your friends and test your knowledge of world holidays and traditions!
Returnee: Hailey in Costa Rica
December 1, 2025 (Monday)
5:00 p.m. – 6:00 p.m.
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Interested in studying abroad in Costa Rica?
Hear from a recent returnee about what it was like studying at Universidad Veritas.
Study Abroad: University of Hull – Info Session
🗓️ November 26, 2025 (Wednesday)
🕔 Session 2: 5:00pm – 6:00pm (GMT) [12:00pm – 1:00pm (NYT)]
📍 Online: via Microsoft Teams
👉Register Here
Information Session will include:
- An introduction to the Study Abroad team
- Getting to know the UK, Hull, and our beautiful historic campus
- How we support our exchange students and what they can expect from us
- A showcase of our guaranteed on-campus accommodation
- Details of the new ‘British Culture and Conversation’ classes.
Naturalization as Experience
November 24, 2025 (Monday)
3:00 p.m. – 4:20 p.m.
Humanities 354
Engage with members of the UAlbany community in a thoughtful discussion reflecting on the experiences, challenges, and meanings of citizenship, migration, and belonging.
Roundtable moderated by the students of TFRE 218: Contemporary France and AHIS 312: History of American Foreign Policy
Speakers: Dr. Federica Francesconi, Dr. Glyne Griffith, Dr. Ilka Kressner, and Dr. Rui Li
An event of the Postcolonial Lab/CHATS (Center for Humanities, Arts, and Technosciences)
Contacts: language@albany.edu or history@albany.edu
International Education Week – Around The World at UAlbany
November 21, 2025 (Friday)
1:30 p.m. – 3:00 p.m.
Science Library – Barnes & Noble Reading Room
Celebrate International Education Week by experiencing different world cultures!
IELP & AIRS students will highlight what makes their countries special!
English Department Film Series – SOULEYMANE’s STORY
November 19, 2025 (Wednesday)
7:30 p.m. – 9:30 p.m.
Lecture Center 6
Hosted by the Students of the Postcolonial Lab (Center for Humanities, Arts and Technosciences)
Returnee: Sophie in London, U.K.
November 19, 2025 (Wednesday)
4:05 p.m. – 5:05 p.m.
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Interested in studying abroad in the U.K.?
Hear from a recent returnee about what it was like being a student in London, England.
Safe & Budget Friendly – International Travel Hacks for Students
November 19, 2025 (Wednesday)
3:00 p.m. – 4:00 p.m.
Zoom Meeting <- Click Here
During this workshop the SUNY Council on International Exchange (CIE) Risk Assessment and Mitigation (RAM) Committee will share tips and tricks for safe and budget friendly international travel. Whether you plan to study abroad and do some independent travel while abroad or whether you are just looking to travel abroad independently, this workshop is for you! We will guide you on how to research your destination to stay safe and how to save money while you are at it.
Join the Conversation on Zoom using the QR Code or using the following Meeting:
Zoom Meeting ID: 870 9764 2903
Guess the Country by Emoji
November 18, 2025 (Tuesday)
4:30 p.m. – 5:30 p.m.
Massry BB 205
Test your international knowledge and guess the country by the emoji combination!
Overcoming Obstacles in Study Abroad: Virtual Student Panel
November 17, 2025 (Monday)
12:00 p.m. – 1:00 p.m.
Teams Meeting <- Click Here
Hear from recently returned study abroad and international students as they share their experiences navigating challenges abroad and how they overcame them.
AIRs – Join us for Jeopardy!
November 6, 2025 (Thursday)
5:00 p.m. – 6:00 p.m.
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Play a game of Jeopardy & test your knowledge of history, geography, etc.
French Bingo – Fall 2025
November 6, 2025 (Thursday)
6:00 p.m. – 7:00 p.m.
Humanities 354
Join us for a magnifique evening of excitement, camaraderie, and the thrill of the win at Bingo Games in French.
The event is free and open to the UAlbany community.
PRIZES | FRENCH | FUN
Contact: cherbelin@albany.edu
Returnees from Spain and Ireland
November 5, 2025 (Wednesday)
4:05 p.m. – 5:00 p.m.
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Interested in studying abroad in the Spain or Ireland?
Come hear what it was like from recent returnees, Angelina and Sean.
Returnee: Neha – London, England
October 23, 2025 (Thursday)
4:30 p.m. – 5:30 p.m.
Massry BB 141
Interested in studying abroad in the U.K.?
Hear from a recent returnee about what it was like being a student in London, England.
XEd for ALL – Student Stories
October 22, 2025 (Wednesday)
5:30 p.m. – 7:30 p.m.
LC 20
How will you make the most of your college experience? Come to “Experiential Education Student Stories” to learn how other UAlbany students are answering this question. We will hear students tell their stories about participating in a wide range of activities, like volunteering in food pantries, assisting faculty research at the RNA Institute, studying abroad in Spain, and interning at local start-ups. Hear about how students found their experience, what they have learned, and what advice they would give students starting out. Learn how you can get involved! The night will consist of four student panels:
Study Abroad and International Education (5:30)
Volunteering and Community Service (6:00)
Research and Creative Endeavors (6:30), and
Internships and Professional Development (7:00).
Register in advance on Handshake or just come to the sessions that interest you.
Join us for a Game of GeoGuessr!
October 16, 2025 (Thursday)
4:00 p.m. – 5:00 p.m.
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Stop by after class for a game of GEOGUESSR and ask a study abroad advisor/returnee any questions you might have!
XEd for ALL EXPO
October 16, 2025 (Thursday)
11:00 a.m. – 2:00 p.m.
Campus Center Ballroom
Do you want to gain skills and knowledge beyond the classroom?
Do you want experiences that complement your classes and that can enhance your resume and help with networking?
If either answer is yes, then the XEd for All Expo is for you!
XEd (Experiential Education) tables will include info on:
-Research
-Internships & On-campus employment
-Volunteering
-Study abroad
And, more!
Join us for a Game of GeoGuessr!
October 08, 2025 (Wednesday)
4:00 p.m. – 5:00 p.m.
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Stop by after class for a game of GEOGUESSR and ask a study abroad advisor/returnee any questions you might have!
Returnee: Erik – Valencia, Spain
September 30, 2025 (Tuesday)
4:30 p.m. – 5:30 p.m.
Massry BB 205
Come hear from a recent returnee about what it was like being a student in Valencia.
JET Program & Study Abroad Information Session
September 22, 2025 (Monday)
4:30 p.m. – 5:30 p.m.
Humanities 354
Come and learn more about the JET Program experience, directly from a former participant.
Also, hear about UAlbany study abroad opportunities to further prepare your cultural awareness!
Study Abroad 101: Budgeting
September 18, 2025 (Thursday)
4:30 p.m. – 5:30 p.m.
Catskill 370
Interested in learning budgeting tips & how to manage finances while studying abroad? Stop by and learn from our returnees!
Hosted by Albany International Representatives (AIRS).
Study Abroad 101: Getting Started
September 10, 2025 (Wednesday)
3:00 p.m. – 4:00 p.m.
Catskill 370
Do you want to study abroad but don’t know where to start? Come hear from our study abroad returnee(s) and learn from them!
Hosted by Albany International Representatives (AIRS).
Study Abroad: Getting Started
September 9, 2025 (Tuesday)
6:00 p.m. – 7:30 p.m.
Board Room (Campus Center)
Interested in studying abroad but don’t know how to get started? Stop by and hear from our advisors!
- Study Abroad Returnee Panel
- Breakout Groups
- Q&A
- Snacks!
Study Abroad in Ecuador – Information Session
September 4, 2025 (Wednesday)
3:00 p.m. – 4:00 p.m.
Zoom Meeting
Interested in studying abroad in Ecuador? Come learn about the University of San Francisco de Quito (USFQ)!
https://albany.zoom.us/j/83094270734
Study Abroad in England – Information Session
September 4, 2025 (Wednesday)
12:00 p.m. – 1:00 p.m.
Zoom Meeting
Interested in studying abroad in England? Come learn about the University of Hull, a top UK public research university.
https://albany.zoom.us/j/89119310317
Study Abroad in Wales – Information Session
September 4, 2025 (Wednesday)
10:00 a.m. – 11:00 a.m.
Zoom Meeting
Interested in studying abroad in Wales? Come learn about Swansea University, located right in the Singleton Park.
https://albany.zoom.us/j/89693199333
UAlbany in Valencia Study Abroad Information Session
September 3, 2025 (Wednesday)
5:00 p.m. – 6:00 p.m.
Taconic 302
Do you want to take classes near beautiful beaches and in sunny Valencia for a semester? UAlbany courses are taught on this amazing study abroad experience. Come learn more about this opportunity!
Study Abroad in London – Information Session
September 3, 2025 (Wednesday)
4:30 p.m. – 5:30 p.m.
Catskill 204
Interested in studying abroad in London? Come learn about Regent’s University, located right in the heart of Regent’s Park.
UAlbany Study Abroad Fair
September 3, 2025 (Wednesday)
11:30 a.m. – 3:00 p.m.
Lecture Center Hallway
Are you interested in studying abroad in a different country? Come to the UAlbany Study Abroad Fair!
Come learn about the many different opportunities and options to study abroad for a semester, for a year, for the summer, or for the winter!
International Cartoons & Study
May 08 & 09, 2025 (Thursday & Friday)
1:00 p.m. – 3:00 p.m.
BB 141
Come de-stress or study in between your final exams, watch some international cartoons, and play games with friends!
Hosted by Albany International Representatives
Honors College Walk-In Advisement
📅 Every Tuesday
⏰ 1:00 p.m. – 3:00 p.m.
📍 Steinmetz Hall 102, State Quad
Are you interested in studying abroad? Please come and ask questions!
Advisors from the Study Abroad Office will be holding weekly walk-in hours every Tuesday. No appointment needed!
Study Abroad 101: Budgeting – HU137
April 14, 2025 (Monday)
1:10 p.m. – 2:00 p.m.
Humanities Building – HU 137
Interested in learning budgeting tips and how to manage finances while studying abroad?
Stop by and learn from our returnees!
Study Abroad 101: What is Study Abroad?
April 8, 2025 (Tuesday)
5:00 p.m. – 5:50 p.m.
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Interested in applying for a study abroad program? Come learn how from our returnees!
Hosted by Albany International Representatives (AIRS)!
Study Abroad 101: Budgeting – BB133
April 4, 2025 (Friday)
12:30 p.m. – 1:30 p.m.
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Interested in learning budgeting tips and how to manage finances while studying abroad?
Stop by and learn from our returnees!
Guess the Country by Emoji
March 28, 2025 (Friday)
12:00 p.m. – 1:00 p.m.
Massry BB 133
Bring your friends & join us for a fun competition to test your knowledge of the nations of the world!
Hosted by Albany International Representatives (AIRs)!
LEX, MIA & SPAIN
February 24, 2025 (Monday)
4:30 p.m. – 5:30 p.m.
Taconic 132
Come learn more about studying abroad in Valencia, Spain from two returnees!
What is Study Abroad? – Feb 21 (Fri)
February 21, 2025 (Friday)
12:30 p.m. – 1:30 p.m.
Massry School of Business – BB B007
Information Session/Q&A
Hosted by Albany International Representatives (AIRs)
LEARN BY EXPERIENCE FAIR
February 13, 2025 (Thursday)
11:00 a.m. – 2:00 p.m.
Campus Center West, Great Hall (Next to Starbucks)
Do you want to gain skills and knowledge beyond the classroom?
Do you want experiences that complement your classes and that can enhance your resume and help with networking? If either answer is yes, come to the Learn by Experience Fair!
The Learn by Experience tables will include info on:
-Study abroad
-Internships
-Research
-Volunteering
UAlbany in Valencia Study Abroad Information Session – Feb 4 (Tue)
February 4, 2025 (Tuesday)
5:00 p.m. – 6:00 p.m.
Campus Center Boardroom
Do you want to take classes near beautiful beaches and in sunny Valencia for a semester? UAlbany courses are taught on this amazing study abroad experience. Come learn more about this opportunity. Snacks provided!
Online Info Session for HAN Summer Program (Netherlands)
February 4, 2025 (Tuesday)
2:00 p.m. – 3:00 p.m.
TEAMS MEETING
Want to hear more about the summer program? And what it’s like to study in the Netherlands? Do you have questions about where you’ll be staying, how you’ll get to campus, what our education is like? And how to travel to other parts of the Netherlands or Europe?
Scan the QR code to access the event!
STUDY ABROAD AT THE UNIVERSITY OF HULL
January 28, 2025 (Tuesday)
10:00 a.m. – 11:00 a.m.
ZOOM MEETING
Learn more about the many opportunities available to you at the University of Hull and ask any questions you may have!
Use the QR Code to Connect!
UALBANY STUDY ABROAD FAIR
January 27, 2025 (Monday)
11:00 a.m. – 2:00 p.m.
Campus Center West, Great Hall (Next to Starbucks)
Are you interested in studying abroad in a different country? Come by to the UAlbany Education Abroad Fair!
Come learn about the many different opportunities and options to study abroad for a semester, for a year, for the summer, or for the fall!
World Trivia Night
December 5 (Thursday)
5:00 p.m. – 5:50 p.m.
Location: BB (Massry) 141
Come and test your knowledge of sports, food, language, etc. around the world!
Study Abroad 101: Time to Travel
November 14 (Thursday)
4:05 p.m. – 5:00 p.m.
Location: BB (Massry) 141
Come learn practical TRAVEL TIPS and hear FIRSTHAND STORIES to help you settle in and make the most of your time abroad!
FAITH & SPAIN
October 29 (Tuesday)
3:00 p.m. – 4:00 p.m.
Location: BB (Massry) 125
Come learn more about studying abroad in Barcelona, Spain from a returnee!
LET’S EXPLORE STUDY ABROAD IN: SOUTH KOREA
October 25 (Friday)
6:00 p.m. – 7:00 p.m.
Location: LC3B
Come learn about students’ experiences of studying abroad in South Korea and the options that you have through UAlbany!
Zoom Meeting – Financial Aid Info Session
October 23 (Wednesday)
3:00 p.m. – 4:00 p.m.
Virtual Meeting
We know that figuring out your financial aid package can be tricky when you’re planning to study abroad, so please join us for a chance to learn more and get your questions answered at UAlbany’s virtual meeting. Anyone who is interested in studying abroad is welcome to join.
Raymond Torres, Assistant Director of Federal Compliance and Michaela Fisher, Financial Aid Advisor from UAlbany’s Financial Aid Office will facilitate the meeting with a brief presentation and then Q&A session.
Zoom Meeting Details are as follows – link to join:
https://albany.zoom.us/j/82230224870?from=addon
Meeting ID: 822 3022 4870
Study Abroad 101: Budgeting
October 17 (Thursday)
4:05 p.m. – 5:00 p.m.
Location: Massry 141
Interesting in learning budgeting tips and how to manage finances while studying abroad?
Stop by and learn from our Study Abroad Returnees!
Hosted by Albany International Representatives (AIRS).
UAlbany in Valencia Study Abroad Information Session – Sept 30 (Mon)
September 30 (Monday)
4:00 p.m. – 5:00 p.m.
Taconic 302
Do you want to take classes near beautiful beaches and in sunny Valencia for a semester? UAlbany courses are taught on this amazing study abroad experience. Come learn more about this opportunity, and one of our UAlbany in Valencia staff members from Spain will be here to answer any questions!
UAlbany Study Abroad Fair
September 30 (Monday)
11:00 a.m. – 2:00 p.m.
Campus Center West, Great Hall (Next to Starbucks)
Are you interested in studying abroad in a different country? Come by to the UAlbany Education Abroad Fair!
Come learn about the many different opportunities and options to study abroad for a semester, for a year, for the summer, or for the winter!
What is Study Abroad? – Sept 17 (Tue)
September 17 (Tuesday)
4:30 p.m. – 5:30 p.m.
BB (MASSRY) 137
Information Session/Q&A
Hosted by Albany International Representatives (AIRs)
JET Program & Study Abroad Information Session
September 16 (Monday)
5:00 p.m. – 6:00 p.m.
Humanities 354
Come and learn more about the JET Program experience, directly from a former participant.
Also, hear about UAlbany study abroad opportunities to further prepare your cultural awareness!
XEd For All Expo
September 12 (Thursday)
11:00 a.m. – 2:00 p.m.
Campus Center West, Great Hall (Next to Starbucks) & Multipurpose Room
Do you want to gain skills and knowledge beyond the classroom?
Do you want experiences that complement your classes and that can enhance your resume and help with networking? If either answer is yes, then the XEd for All Expo is for you!
XEd (Experiential Education) tables will include info on:
-Internships
-Research
-Study abroad
-Volunteering
And, more
UAlbany in Valencia Study Abroad Information Session – Sept 10 (Tue)
September 10 (Tuesday)
6:00 p.m. – 7:00 p.m.
Taconic 302
Do you want to take classes near beautiful beaches and in sunny Valencia for a semester? UAlbany courses are taught on this amazing study abroad experience. Come learn more about this opportunity!