EVENTS

KIOSKS

All spring semester 2012 study abroad kiosks will be held from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. in the Johnson Center (JC) atrium

DAY	DATE	KIOSK FOCUS	KIOSK
TUES	1/24/12	International Internship Placements	A
WED	1/25/12	Latin American Programs	B
THURS	1/26/12	United Kingdom and Ireland Programs	B
TUES	1/31/12	Programs in the Middle East	A
WED	2/1/12	Programs in Science and Health	A
THURS	2/2/12	Programs in Global Affairs and Government	A
TUES	2/7/12	Asia Programs	A
WED	2/8/12	Language Programs	A
THURS	2/9/12	Non-traditonal Programming	C
TUES	2/14/12	"LOVE" Abroad	A
WED	2/15/12	Semester and Direct Exchange Programs	D
THURS	2/16/12	History Programs	C
TUES	2/21/12	Humanities	B
WED	2/22/12	Language Programs	B
THURS	2/23/12	New CGE Programs	B
TUES	2/28/12	General Study Abroad	A
WED	2/29/12	General Study Abroad	A
THURS	3/1/12	General Study Abroad	A

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

INFORMATION SESSIONS

All study abroad 101 information sessions are in the JC, room 234. Download and print the schedule by clicking here [PDF].

 

PRE-DEPARTURE ORIENTATIONS

PAST EVENTS:

CGE Study Abroad Alumni Welcome Back

Day: Friday
Date: January 27, 2012
Time: 12 noon to 3 p.m.
Place: George's Cafe, third floor of the Johnson Center
Special for this event: WELCOME BACK! We want to hear about your recent studies abroad! Swing by anytime between 12 noon and 3 p.m. to tell us your stories and volunteer to serve at the upcoming Study Abroad Fair. New alumni from winter break 2012 programs and fall 2011 semester studies abroad are especially encouraged to attend. FREE food and light refreshments will be available. Please RSVP to kstoy@gmu.edu or by writing on the event wall by Wednesday, January 25 so we can be sure to have enough (FREE) food!

Business Fest

Day: Tuesday
Date: January 31, 2012
Time: 1--5 p.m.
Place: Dewberry Hall, Johnson Center
Special for this event: Got Talent? Prove it by networking with the top professionals in your field. Now is the time to secure the opportunity you have been waiting for. Over forty representatives will be present at this event. In addition to our sponsors, we will have Center for Global Education, GMU HR Dept, Deloitte, CGI, Kearney & Company, Volunteers of America, and National Geospatial Intelligence Agency just to name a few. Free Food, raffle prizes, workshops, employers, and other SOM organizations will be present. Must attend event of the school year! Everyone is talking about it. Come see why over 250 students attend Business Fest every year! Be sure to bring your resume. Professional attire is recommended.

 

Honors Credits Abroad

Day: Thursday
Date: February 2, 2012
Time: 6 p.m.
Place: Eastern Shore Multipurpose Room
Special for this event: Geared toward Honors College students, this information session will help you learn more about how to earn Honors credits abroad.

Global Scholars Interest Meeting

Day: Tuesday
Date: February 7, 2012
Time: 7 p.m.
Place: meeting room B, Johnson Center
Special for this event: Learn more about Mason's new and first-ever globally-foused student organization. We look forward to meeting you!

Oxford Honors Info Session with alumni from previous Oxford programs

Day: Wednesday
Date: February 8, 2012
Time: 7--9 p.m.
Place: meeting room A, Johnson Center
Special for this event: Come find out what it's really like to study at Oxford for a full semester. Alumni will be on hand to share their stories!

STUDY ABROAD FAIR

Day: Thursday
Date: February 9, 2012
Time: 11 a.m. to 4 p.m.
Place: George's, Johnson Center
Special for this event: Come up to George's anytime between 11 a.m. and 4 p.m. to learn more about the nearly 90 different programs around the globe that Mason's Center for Global Education offers. Faculty directors, program officers and study abroad program alumni will be available to meet with prospective students! Don't forget to register here.

Presidential Reception for International Students

Day: Monday
Date: February 13, 2012
Time: 3:30 p.m.
Place: Dewberry Hall
Special for this event: Celebrate international education with President Alan Merten on Monday, February 13, 2012 at 3:30 p.m., in Dewberry Hall. With Dr. Merten's retirement effective June 30, 2012, the February 13 international celebration will be his last as president of Mason. Arrival is encouraged by 3:15 p.m. for check-in and to pick up your nametag. Dr. and Mrs. Merten will greet each student as they enter Dewberry Hall. Refreshments will be served, and you will have the opportunity to visit informally with President and Mrs. Merten and other administrators. The event will conclude with a group picture (participation is voluntary). RSVP is required.