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Weeks of Welcome (WoW)


Spring Weeks of Welcome
Join us during the Spring Weeks of Welcome at any of the following events.

Study Abroad 101 Sessions

Thinking about studying abroad, but don't know where to start? Join the Study Abroad & Away office for an introductory info session during Spring Weeks of Welcome. These are hybrid sessions with limited in-person space at the CPGE Conference Room or unlimited space on Zoom. Participants must register to receive the Zoom dial-in instructions and/or in-person room confirmation. The CPGE Conference Room is located in the 1st floor Student Union - West (doors facing the Engineering Bldg & Clark Hall). Please register below for one or more of the events.

MONDAYS  FRIDAYS

Scholarships for Study Abroad: Gilman and Gilman-McCain

Are you thinking about studying abroad? Whether you're still considering options or have already applied to a program, there are several scholarship opportunities that we wanted to let you know about that have upcoming deadlines. Come learn about the Gilman and Gilman-McCain Scholarships, which provide awards of up to $5,000 for students receiving Pell Grants and/or are dependents of active military to study abroad on credit-bearing programs. During this session, we will review eligibility, how to apply, deadlines, and tips to make a strong application! This is a hybrid event with limited in-person space at the CPGE Conference Room or unlimited space on zoom. Participants must register to receive the Zoom dial-in instructions and/or in-person room confirmation. The CPGE Conference Room is located in the 1st floor Student Union - West (doors facing the Engineering Bldg & Clark Hall).

Drop-In Advising

Do you have questions about studying abroad opportunities, funding, advising procedures, etc., but cannot schedule a 1-1 advising session? Feel free to stop by during Weeks of Welcome for these weekly drop-in advising hours at the various locations around campus. All drop-in advising hours are open to all students.
  • The BLOC - (Courtney Anne Jackson)
    • Thursdays @ 2-3 pm 
  • EOP -  (Vid Raatior)
    • Monday, January 29, 2024 @ 12:30 - 1:30 pm
    • Tuesday, February 6, 2024 @ 2:30 - 3:30 pm
    • Thursday, February 22, 2024 @ 2:00 - 3:00 pm
    • Monday, February 26, 2024 @ 12:30 - 1:30 pm
    • Tuesday, March 5, 2024 @ 3:00 - 4:00 pm

Study Abroad Funding Workshop

Are you interested in studying abroad but not sure how much it costs or how to pay for it? Come join staff from the Study Abroad and Away office as we break down different program costs, explain how you can use financial aid and scholarships to fund your program, and give valuable tips on budgeting and more! This is a virtual event. Participants must register to receive the Zoom dial-in instructions.