Study Abroad Opportunities at Wayne State College

Studying abroad is defined as the act of a student pursuing educational opportunities in a foreign country. There are a variety of reasons students may choose to study abroad. It is an opportunity for them to immerse themselves in a foreign culture and have experiences unattainable in their own country. Study abroad is also a form of diplomacy, whereby students from different countries are able to interact, overcome, and appreciate cultural differences and build relationships with people outside their native country. This is foreign relations on a personalized level and contributes to the current trend of globalization.

International educational opportunities at Wayne State College include the opportunity to take part in a study abroad experience. Study abroad can be one of the most exciting parts of any academic program, especially for those majoring in Modern Languages (Spanish, German, French, etc.). However, no matter what your interest or major, you will benefit from an international study abroad experience.

Study Abroad Resources

• Benjamin A. Gilman International Scholarship Program
• Boren Scholarships & Fellowships
• U.S. Fulbright Student Program
• Searchable online database of study abroad scholarships
• Searchable database of study abroad programs (country, language, field of study, etc.)

Wayne State College has been expanding opportunities for students to participate in study abroad. Some current programs include:

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Semester in Greece

Study in Volos, Greece and experience the Greek culture and historic sites like Athens, Thessaloniki and Meteora.

For more information:

Gerald Conway, Program Director

Phone: 402.375.7029

E-mail: geconwa1@wsc.edu

Website: www.wsc.edu/study_abroad/greece/

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• Opportunities to participate in short term educational experiences in Greece
  
  
  • As part of pre-service teaching experience students visit and teach classes in early childhood centers and elementary schools in Volos, Greece (November and March). Visiting quaint mountain villages, archeological sites, the mountains and plains of central Greece are part of this unique experience
    
    
  • May session: This exciting study tour will focus on Greek culture, history, philosophy and archeology in the cradle of Western Civilization.
    
    
• For a unique and affordable semester abroad experience try the Spring Semester in the Czech Republic - the semester offers 12 credits in a term from March through May. This program is sponsored by the Nebraska International Consortium.

Archive of Study Abroad Activities at WSC