CALENDAR OF EVENTS

September - October - November - December - February - March - April - May

Spring Semester 2007

Wednesday, January 31, 12:00-4:00, LCW 3rd Floor
Welcome Back Event: “Got Friends Abroad?”
Stop by to make a valentine or write a quick note for a friend studying abroad. OIS staff will be on hand to answer questions and chat about studying abroad for returning and prospective study abroad participants. Seasonal treats will be served.

Thursday, Februrary 8, 1:30-4:00, LCW Entrance Level
Information Table: Academic Programs International
A representative from API will be on hand to answer questions and distribute information about their semester and summer programs throughout Europe.

Thursday, February 8, 6:00-7:00, Slater International Center
Dinner Meeting: “Back Talk”
Returning study abroad students are invited to a dinner meeting to discuss issues related to their return to Wellesley after living overseas for a semester or more. Topics discussed will include reverse culture shock, reconnecting at Wellesley, keeping your experience alive, and more. So that we can estimate attendance for the dinner order, please RSVP by Tuesday, February 6 to jthomass@wellesley.edu.

Tuesday, Februrary 13, 1:30-4:00, LCW Entrance Level
Information Table: STA Student Travel
A representative from STA will be on hand to answer questions and distribute information about their travel services, spring break trips and the international student identity card.

Tuesday, February 13, 4:30-5:30, CWS Library
Workshop: Marketing Your International Experience Part 1
Learn how you can use your international experience to make yourself more attractive to potential employers or graduate programs. Part 1 focuses on how to write about your experience in a cover letter or resume. Bring a draft of yours for comment.
Participation in the 2-part program limited to 20 students. To reserve a spot, e-mail jthomass@wellesley.edu.

Wednesday, February 14, 1:00-2:00, Green Hall 330
Information Session: IFSA Butler programs in the UK, Australia/New Zealand and Latin America
A representative from Butler University’s study abroad programs will present a range of options available to Wellesley students. This is an excellent opportunity to get the details on your program of interest or to get advice about which program will work best for you (subjects available, the inside scoop on the admissions process, etc.)

Tuesday, February 20, 12-2, LCW Entrance Level
Information Table: Study in Latin America
Stop by the Lulu to chat with OIS staff and students who have studied abroad in Latin America. First years will be able to learn about the various programs available to Wellesley students, and those who have already applied can get some practical advice on making the most of the experience.

Tuesday, February 20, 4:30-5:30, CWS Library
Workshop: Marketing Your International Experience Part 2
Part 2 of this two-session workshop focuses on how you present your international experience as part of an interview. Come prepared to present your international experience in a 5-minute presentation. Mock interviewers will follow up with questions and make suggestions. Participation in the 2-part program limited to 20 students. To reserve a spot, e-mail jthomass@wellesley.edu.

Wednesday, February 21, 1:00-2:00, Green Hall 330
Information Session: Arcadia Semester & Summer programs
A representative from Arcadia University’s study abroad programs will present a range of options available to Wellesley students for junior year abroad or summer abroad.

Friday, February 23, 12-2, LCW Entrance Level
Information Table: Study in Australia and New Zealand
Stop by the Lulu to chat with OIS staff and students who have studied abroad in Australia or New Zealand. First years will be able to learn about the various programs available to Wellesley students, and those who have already applied can get some practical advice on making the most of the experience.

Tuesday, Februrary 27, 1:30-4:00, LCW Entrance Level
Information Table: CET Programs Abroad
A representative from CET will be on hand to answer questions and distribute information about their semester and summer programs in China, Italy and the Czech Republic.

Wednesday, February 28, 12:30-1:30, PNE 151
Information Meeting & Lunch: Education Students and Study Abroad
Students interested in pursuing a minor in education are invited to attend a lunch to discuss possible pre-practical/internship experiences and coursework in education during a semester or year abroad.

Friday, March 2, 12-2, LCW Entrance Level
Information Table: Study in France
Stop by the Lulu to chat with OIS staff and students who have studied abroad in France. First years will be able to learn about the various programs available to Wellesley students, and those who have already applied can get some practical advice on making the most of the experience.

Tuesday, March 6, 12-2, LCW Entrance Level
Information Table: Study in Italy
Stop by the Lulu to chat with OIS staff and students who have studied abroad in Italy. First years will be able to learn about the various programs available to Wellesley students, and those who have already applied can get some practical advice on making the most of the experience.

Thursday, March 8, 1:30-3:00, LCW Entrance Level
Information Table: IES Abroad
A representative from IES will be on hand to answer questions and distribute information about their semester and summer programs in worldwide.

Friday, March 9, 12-2, LCW Entrance Level
Information Table: Study in Spain
Stop by the Lulu to chat with OIS staff and students who have studied abroad in Spain. First years will be able to learn about the various programs available to Wellesley students, and those who have already applied can get some practical advice on making the most of the experience.

Monday, March 12, 1:30-4:00, LCW Entrance Level
Information Table: International Partnership for Service Learning
A representative from IPSL will be on hand to answer questions and distribute information about their summer programs around the world.

Tuesday, March 13, 12-2, LCW Entrance Level
Information Table: Study in the UK
Stop by the Lulu to chat with OIS staff and students who have studied abroad in the UK. First years will be able to learn about the various programs available to Wellesley students, and those who have already applied can get some practical advice on making the most of the experience.

Monday, March 26, 1:00-3:30, LCW Entrance Level
Information Table: The Beijing Center
A representative from TBC will be on hand to answer questions and distribute information about their summer programs around the world.

Monday, March 26, 4:00-5:00, LCW 210
Information Session: The Beijing Center
Slide show and presentation about The Beijing Center semester and summer study abroad programs.

Wednesday, April 4, 1:00-2:00, PNE 239
Study Abroad Information Session for Class of 2010
Meeting for first years interested in studying abroad during their junior year. Types of programs available, application procedures, deadlines and costs will be discussed.

Tuesday, April 10, 4:15-5:15, PNE 239
Study Abroad Information Session for Class of 2010
Repeat of April 4 meeting.

Wednesday, April 18, 12:30-1:30, PNE 239
Pre-Departure Meeting for Students Studying Abroad in Fall 2007
Meeting includes a review of administrative and academic policies relating to study abroad. Students must attend one of the sessions that will take place on April 18, 19, 20, 23 or 30 in addition to the Orientation Dinner & Fair.

Thursday, April 19, 4:15-5:15, PNE 239
Pre-Departure Meeting for Students Studying Abroad in Fall 2007
See Wednesday, April 18 for description.

Friday, April 20, 4:00-5:00, PNE 239
Pre-Departure Meeting for Students Studying Abroad in Fall 2007
See Wednesday, April 18 for description.

Monday, April 23, 1:00-2:00, PNE 239
Pre-Departure Meeting for Students Studying Abroad in Fall 2007
See Wednesday, April 18 for description.

Thursday, April 26, 5:30-8:00, Room to be announced
Workshop: Self Defense for Study Abroad Students
Students traveling abroad in the summer or fall are strongly encouraged to participate in this training session led by Campus Po especially for you. Participation in the program requires advance registration. To reserve a spot, e-mail mmclaugh@wellesley.edu by April 10.

Monday, April 30, 7:00-8:00, PNE 239
Pre-Departure Meeting for Students Studying Abroad in Fall 2007
See Wednesday, April 18 for description.

Thursday, May 3, 5:30-7:00, Alumnae Hall Ballroom
Mandatory Orientation Dinner and Fair for Fall 2007 Study Abroad
Meeting includes a review of administrative and academic policies relating to study abroad and program-specific break-out groups. Dinner will be served.

***********Save a Date: Fall Semester 2007**********

Tuesday, September 18, 12-3:30, Alumnae Hall Ballroom
Study Abroad Fair
Representatives from 30+ study abroad providers will be on hand to answer questions and distribute information about semester and year-long opportunities around the world.

Created by: Jennifer Thomas-Starck
Date Created: August 24,2005
Last Modified: January 23, 2007