A Year in the Life: Pre-Departure Orientation

So, word finally came from the study abroad office with information about approvals and next steps for studying abroad! Congratulations on being approved! I am so excited to be moving forward with my application to study abroad in Dublin this fall! 

I read through the notification letter that was attached to our approval emails. The very first thing I need to start working on is my secondary application to UCD. Most of us have to also apply to our host program or university. For me, I have to submit the study abroad application directly to UCD. (I know other people may have to complete the CIEE, SIT, IES or IFSA-Butler application, or even a different application. This part is definitely specific to each of us so if you're not sure and can't find the information on your program brochure page, check in with the Office of Study Abroad!). 

In addition to the secondary application, we also have to go back in to our study abroad portal (http://studyabroad.tulane.edu) and complete a whole bunch of additional questions, like emergency contact information, health insurance selection, and others.


I'm so excited to start getting ready for next semester, which is why I'm pumped for the General Pre-Departure Orientation this week! I signed up for Saturday but every session has the same super-useful information about Tulane policies and procedures that apply to study abroad! At the PDO's, advisors and returned study abroad students will offer logistical information about everything we need to do leading up to our departure, as well as some intercultural skills that can better equip us for the big move. The orientation leaders will walk us through the in's and out's of academics, finances, health, safety, communication, and technology planning. They'll also provide us with tons of resources on campus to properly prepare us for things like culture shock while abroad. There's no better way to get ready to study abroad than attending one of the pre-departure orientation - I can't wait to meet all of you and learn more about what my upcoming months will be like. 

You can RSVP for the Saturday Orientation on OrgSync here.

See you all there!

A Year in the Life of A Study Abroad Application Part IX: Deadline Coming!

Hi there, Tulane!! 

Only 4 DAYS until applications are due for Fall 2017 study abroad! I know that around this time, we all start feeling a little panicky because it feels like there is So. Much. To. Do. and just So. Little Time. But, I’m here to tell you: don’t worry! Let’s walk through the final steps to complete the application. 

Take a deep breath and remind yourself: we got this!

Throughout this series, I’ve talked about the program-specific items on the app, like my Application Statement, learning goals, and the courses I want to take while I’m studying at the University College Dublin. As I mentioned last time, the same advice applies to pretty much wherever you plan on going! For this post, I’m basically going talk about my experience wrapping up my application and making sure everything is in check to hand it over to the Office of Study Abroad by the deadline.

If you haven’t finished your essay, or you aren’t ready to submit it just yet, schedule an appointment with the Writing Center. The tutors there will gladly help edit your statement and polish it perfectly so that it is ready to submit! Another good idea is to swap essays with a friend to get another set of eyes on it. You definitely don’t want to submit anything with a lot of typos, and you should make sure that you are answering the questions in the prompt! Don’t just talk about how excited you are to travel; try to write about all of the amazing cultural and educational experiences you’re hoping to have!

Beyond that, it's important to remember the bottom line: Don’t worry too much about what’s not in your hands. Just keep the OSA in the loop about pieces of the application you may still be waiting for. Whether it’s watching out for your new passport or following up with your professors to get those recommendations in, just make sure to finish everything that you can (as well as you can) and keep the office informed about anything that you’re still waiting on. 

If you have questions about this process and can’t make an appointment with an advisor, just call the office at (504) 865-5339 and we can answer your questions.

Once you’ve submitted your application, celebrate! Read a little bit more about your host country! Watch some interesting films or listen to music from the place where you may be living for six months! And then, relax. Focus on mid-terms. Enjoy Mardi Gras (and read our weekly feature on this blog about Mardi Gras celebrations around the world)! In the meantime, the OSA will be facilitating the review of applications. Notification letters will go out to all applicants on March 6 to your Tulane email address!

Going through the application process has been a crazy experience. It’s been so much fun to imagine myself living somewhere completely new, out of the country, for a whole year! I can’t wait to start the next phase, when I begin actually planning my move abroad!

Talk to you after March 6!

Happy Mardi Gras!

Fat Tuesday around the world! From left: Venice, Rio, Trinidad & Tobago, Belgium.

Weekly Newsletter • February 10, 2017

Happy Friday!! The Office of Study Abroad has launched a few new programs this week that we're excited to tell you about, along with some fun upcoming events around New Orleans. Here's everything you need to know:

 

Study Abroad Returnee Contact

Drum roll, please...we're thrilled to announce the launch of our new program, SARC! The Study Abroad Returnee Contact program serves to benefit both prospective and returning abroad students here at Tulane. SARC provides a platform for returnee study abroad students to share their advice and experiences with students preparing to study abroad themselves. Not only do the SARCs rep studying abroad, they also rep their specific program and individual experience. SARCs offer credibility, experience, and perspective into what studying abroad is really like.

If you're student looking into studying abroad, check out the SARC page and reach out to any of our returnee students - they're ready to help you out in this process!

If you are a returnee study abroad student and you're interested in becoming a SARC, it's not too late! Fill out this form to join our team of student mentors. 

 

Instagram Takeover & Meet the Staff

Second drum roll, please... we're also launching TWO new series on our social media. First, we posted our first ever "Meet the Staff" introduction on our Facebook and Instagram pages. This week, we introduced the amazing Professor Annie Gibson. Follow us to stay tuned for introductions to the rest of our staff and interns! 

Our second social media series is the Study Abroad Instagram Takeover! Tomorrow, Julianne Behrens, a Tulane junior currently studying abroad in Thailand, will be taking over our Instagram for the first time to show us what a day in the life of a CIEE Thailand: Development and Globalization student is like. Be sure to follow us, so you don't miss an inside look into her weekend!

 

Fall 2017 Study Abroad Application Deadline

The Fall 2017 application deadline is only 1 WEEK AWAY!! Be sure to complete your application by next Friday, February 17. 

 

Upcoming Events & Information

• "Mobilizações de jovens, artistas e coletivos no Brasil" a lecture in Portuguese by Rafael Schincariol 
• Friday, February 10 at 4pm in Jones Hall 100A
• Rafael Schincariol is a member of the Coletivo Quem artist collective in São Paulo and co-author of Lampejos: Arte, Memória, Verdade, Justiça. He currently works for the Inter-American Commission on Human Rights in Washington, D.C.
• TEDxTU: Next Steps
• Monday, February 13 at 6pm in Dixon Hall
• "Latin America at the Crossroads Seminar with Dr. Ernesto Calvo"
• February 34rd at 4PM
• "Film Screening and Panel Discussion: Neruda" 
• February 16th at 6:30 PM

 

Tet - Vietnamese New Year

TONIGHT! Celebrate Vietnamese New Year at the Mary Queen of Vietnam festival! This year's festival is particularly important because it will support families affected by this week's tornado that hit New Orleans East. 

Check out these articles about Tet in New Orleans:

• TET Vietnamese celebrations on the horizon in New Orleans area
• Vietnamese New Year in New Orleans
• Tet festival at Mary Queen of Vietnam goes on despite tornadoes

Countdown to Carnival: Mardi Gras Around the World!

In the coming weeks leading up the Mardi Gras, we will be featuring weekly explorations into Carnival celebrations across the globe on our Instagram and Facebook.  

This week, we take a peek into Trinidad and Tobago's festivities. Check it out!

"The Caribbean’s biggest Mardi Gras builds its party around calypso and soca music performances and competition. “It’s like a battle of calypso bands,” Gillease says. The celebration, which brings African and Caribbean influences to a traditional Carnival, is known for exuberant dancing and parades."

A Year in the Life of a Study Abroad Applicant - Part VII: Starting my Application to Study Abroad

Hi everyone!

(Almost) welcome back for the spring semester! I know class is still one week away, but I’m already thinking about the things I need to do when I get back to campus. This semester will get off to a busy start for me – and all of my fellow Tulane students out there who are planning to study abroad in the fall – because our Tulane applications are due on February 17th! The application is online on the OSA website – basically, when you are visiting the program brochure page of the program you’d like to apply for (as an example, here is the University College Dublin program brochure), you can just click the “Apply Now” button on the top right-hand side of the page. Then you log in to the site using your Tulane username and password, select the term and, voila, you have created an application!

Before I get into the weeds here, I want to make sure that everyone understands the difference between the Tulane application and the secondary application. In order to study on a Tulane-approved program, you have to apply through Tulane on the OSA website. This post will go into a lot of detail explaining that application! Many other programs have what we call a “secondary” application as well that you will have to complete. For example, to go to UCD (University College Dublin), you have to fill out the Tulane application and the University College Dublin application, which is available on their website. These applications are not due by Tulane’s deadline, you can fill them out in advance of their deadline. It’s always a good idea to look at the secondary application while you’re filling out the Tulane application in case the secondary app requires something like a faculty recommendation or language evaluation – you can get them at the same time that you’re talking to your professors and advisors for the Tulane app! You can determine if your program has a secondary application by looking at the top part of the program brochure.

OK, back to the Tulane application: Make sure that you select the program you’re really interested in when you start your application! (If you decide to switch to a different program before the deadline, you should email the study abroad office to let them know instead of creating a new application. They’ll be happy to switch it over for you.)

Once you log in, there are two different places that are really useful to look. One is the Applicant Home. (I put a screenshot below – it’s one made by a staff member in the office, so it doesn’t have any of my info on it! She has a few more program applications out there, so ours won’t look exactly the same…) You can get there by clicking the little house icon on the left side of the toolbar. The applicant homepage is nice because you are able to see all of the messages that have been sent to you through the online system. It’s really important to check on those every now and then, in case the actual messages don’t make it through your spam filter…These emails usually contain really important information like deadlines and visa info and official letters…don’t ignore them so you don’t miss anything important!

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The second place where I will be spending a lot of time is the actual application portal. You get there by clicking on the program name on the left-hand side of the screen, under application! Once you click on the program name, you get to the application itself, which has a number of boxes on the right hand side. Basically, you should just click through each of the boxes and read the instructions. I’ll point out some of the things I think are really important for us to think about.

First off, there are some application requirements that we can control, time-wise, like our academic statement, the list of courses we plan to take, and our signatures on a bunch of the forms. They’ll be finished as soon as we finish them. On the other hand, we also have to rely on other people to complete the application! So, I’ll focus on those items today and in my next post, I’ll talk about the other requirements.

The big one: the passport! If you don’t have a passport yet, get one ASAP. Why? Well, first of all, you need to submit a copy of your passport as part of your study abroad application. If your passport application is being processed, you can write that and your study abroad application will still be considered, but I’d advise everyone to get their passports as soon as possible. Your passport should be valid for at least six months after the end of your study abroad program. So, if you’re going to Dublin until May of 2018, your passport should expire in December 2018 or later. (Seems like forever from now!) The reason for this is also the reason that you should get your passport ASAP: Visas and Customs!

Most of us will need to apply for a visa in order to study in our host country. (More details on that later.) Both, the staff who process visas and the officials that work in customs want to see that your passport is valid for at least six months after your program ends, so start doing that math and if you need to get a new passport, go ahead and apply before the semester gets too crazy.

The other part of the application that will require you to rely on other folks are all of the advisor approvals and a faculty recommendation! Since somewhere between 300 and 400 Tulane students study abroad each fall, professors and advisors have a lot of requests, so I think it’s a really good idea to ask them as early as possible. Most programs only require that a professor “approve” that you are a good candidate to study abroad. They don’t really even need to write a letter. With your academic advisor and major advisor, you’re expected to meet with them and go over the classes you plan to take and how you think they’ll fulfill your requirements at Tulane. (I did this at the end of the fall semester.) Then, just ask them if they’d sign off on your application. If they agree, you’ll type in their email address and the application system will automatically send them an email!

If your secondary application also requires faculty recommendations, language evaluations, or any other approvals, you can get all of this at the same time, or at least talk to your professors all at once. It’s definitely a good idea to know what your secondary application requires when you start the Tulane approval process

The last thing I will do is order an official transcript so that I can upload it to the application system. Ordering a transcript is super-easy and free, if you just walk over to the registrar’s office to get it. You can get one free transcript per week, and just keep in mind that it takes 3 days to process, so try to go get one as soon as you get back to campus. If you don’t mind spending a few bucks, you can also order them through. If you don’t mind spending a few bucks, you can also order them through your Gibson account online. The transcript should contain all of my grades from up to the fall semester, so just be sure that you request that the transcript is held until all of your fall grades are posted.  

OK, for those of us that don’t like big, thick paragraphs, here is a very concise pictograph to explain what I’ve just written!

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Weekly Newsletter

Hello Tulane!

Hopefully everyone is working hard in their classes, and excitedly preparing for the Thanksgiving holiday. 

Events coming up: 

We’ve got some important events coming up for those students studying abroad in the Spring of 2017. The Study Abroad Office is holding Regional Pre-Departure Orientation Sessions next week. Attend to develop skills for intercultural communication, learn pertinent knowledge about transitioning into your homestay, and get first-hand advice from students returning from your program and international students from that country! 

For more information, access the events below:

Africa

Australia or New Zealand

Europe

Latin America
Asia

International Engagement Opportunities: 

Now is the time to register for classes! Are you studying abroad in the fall semester? Consider registering for COLQ-3050: Global Cultural Awareness in spring 2017 to help you capitalize on your study abroad experiences and set up an internship while you are abroad next fall.

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The deadline for the Critical Language Scholar Program is coming up! Have you ever wanted to learn a critical language, but never had the opportunity? Are you interested in becoming more competitive in the job market? Check out this amazing program offered by the U.S. Department of State

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Interested in becoming more involved with the New Orleans Jazz & Heritage Festival? The Cultural Exchange Pavilion team is hiring a Spanish-speaking intern to assist with translation and interpretation in preparation for the festival. More details provided here. 

Applicants may forward their resume to International@nojazzfest.com and cepadmin@nojazzfest.com. 

Interesting Reads: 

This is a shoutout to Rae Robey, a Tulane student who published an article during her time on the CIEE program in Seville, Spain. The article, published in CIEE's magazine Mas y Menos, describes the lives of first generation Chinese students in Spain, and the blend between their Chinese heritage and the Western culture in which they live. Congrats Rae! 

Ouni Zhang outside of Hiper Oriente

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The ability to study abroad is an amazing gift, and one that Tulane students do not take lightly! Read this inspiring story about a Tulane alumna who received a scholarship to study abroad while in school, and then decided years later to create her own scholarship for future study abroad participants. 

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Anthony Bourdain, interviewed recently on NPR's Fresh Air with Terry Gross, reflects on the challenges of being an in-tune, culturally aware traveler. When offered an unsavory piece of an animal to eat (check out the interview to see what) while in a village in Namibia, Bourdain accepted even though the food wasn't the most, let's say, appetizing. Among other things in this interview, he describes why it's so important to take stock of the situation and the importance of the gesture rather than declining the offer: "What am I going to do, refuse him, embarrass him in front of his people, look ungrateful? That changes the whole tenor of the relationship. Find the full interview on NPR's website:

Weekly Events: 

Come meet internationally-minded Tulanians at our weekly Global Cafe: 

This is a great opportunity to interact with international students, returned study abroad students, study abroad advisors, and internationally-minded Tulane faculty and staff. Come join us for coffee desserts every Monday from 3-5 pm in the Pederson Lobby of the LBC!

Part IV of A Year in the Life of a Study Abroad Applicant: Getting Ready for the Study Abroad Fair

Hey Tulane! 

Fall break was SO relaxing for me, and I hope it was for you too. I managed to catch up on some homework, see family, experience cold weather (since it’s still summer here…) and make a plan for the study abroad fair. Elsewhere on the blog, the Office of Study Abroad put together some super-helpful tips about how to make the most of the study abroad fair. Hundreds of students attend the fair every year, so I want to make sure I stay focused while I’m there!

Last time I posted, I had just written down my list of programs that really meet what I’m looking for in a study abroad experience: Language & Cultural immersion, Courses in my Major, & located in Latin America. Some of the programs are direct enrollment – like ITAM in Mexico City and Universidad San Francisco de Quito in Quito, Ecuador. When I get to the fair, I’ll try to find out if there are students who have gone on those programs that I can talk to. Then, since the program in Havana, Cuba is actually run by Tulane, I will be able to meet with the Tulane faculty and staff that do research and programming there. The Cuba program will have its own table so I think there will be a lot of people to talk to.

Most of the programs I found, though, are run by program providers who will have representatives at the fair to talk to us about everything they offer. So, over fall break I spent a lot of time on the program provider websites: CIEE; IFSA-Butler; and Middlebury. Their websites are so comprehensive and gave me a good sense of the types of courses each offers and the universities that they are all affiliated with. ALL of these programs have one thing in common: everything is in Spanish! From coursework to housing to handling paperwork, I will be speaking Spanish all the time. This is probably one of the most important elements of my future study abroad program. Knowing that they all meet that criteria, though, I’m looking forward to the study abroad fair so I can talk to students about what it was like to actually live in all of these different cities and to take classes at the universities there.

It makes a lot of sense to talk to former students. It’s just like when I talk to high school juniors and seniors as a Green Wave Ambassador when they come to campus. They want to know what being a Tulanian is like from the perspective of someone who is living it! And why not? After all, finding the right place to spend four years is a big decision, and so is deciding where to spend an entire semester abroad. Talking to returned study abroad students is basically the same thing. I came up with a list of questions so I wouldn’t get sidetracked at the fair:

• What is the city like? Is it big and loud? How does it compare to New   Orleans
• What about the university? Do professors interact a lot with students? Could you understand their accents?
• How did you make friends? Did you join any clubs or student groups?
• How did you immerse yourself in the host country?
• Where did you travel to from that city? Was it easy to get around?
• Was there anything you wish you knew before you went?

I mostly think I’m ready and I have one more tip for those of you that are planning to attend! When you first get to the fair, you’ll receive a printed map showing where everyone is at all the different tables. So when I get that map, I’ll know exactly where to go!

Hope to see ya’ll on Wednesday and at all the other awesome International Education Week events happening all over campus!

How to Make the Most out of the Study Abroad Fair!

The annual Tulane Study Abroad fair is a great place to start your study abroad journey. The fair is a one-stop shop where you can come meet with representatives from Tulane's many program providers. In addition to learning about semester and academic year programs, Tulane students can speak to representatives from different Tulane departments that offer study abroad programs, like the Center for Public Service and the Stone Center for Latin American Studies. We also bring together staff from various on-campus units like the Office of Financial Aid, Academic Advising, Career Services and the A.B. Freeman School of Business.

You can even renew your passport, thanks to the booth staffed by the folks at the United States Postal Service (passport fees still apply; be sure to check out the requirements on the USPS website and bring the relevant documents!). 

So, how can you get the most out of the study abroad fair? 

The study abroad fair is the best time to get as much information as possible about the programs you think you might be interested in, as well as exploring other options you may not have considered. Take some time, if you can, to look at the Tulane-approved programs that are listed on the Office of Study Abroad Website. As you do, try to think of specific questions that can't be answered just by reading the websites of the different programs. Bring those questions to the fair where we'll have program staff and study abroad alumni who will have the insider's answers.

The fair is a pretty laid-back event meant to help students learn about their options. It's not necessarily the time to make a final decision about where to study abroad. Instead, it's a time to gather as much information as you can to help you when you are selecting the right program for you in the months that follow. 

One good piece of advice about preparing for the fair is to identify your study abroad goals. If you know your goals for studying abroad, then you can be more intentional about getting information at the fair itself. 

Some goals past Tulane students have had for studying abroad include: 

• Develop fluency in a foreign language;
• Learn about the culture of a new or different place;
• Make meaningful connections with people from a different country;
• Take major or minor courses to learn about a topic from a new perspective.

Once you have those goals narrowed down, you'll have a better idea of what kinds of questions to ask at the fair. For example, if your number one goal is to become fluent in Italian, then you can ask about the language level of students on each of the programs in Italy that are represented at the fair. The answers you get may help you determine which program best suits your needs.

Many students say that one of the best parts of the Study Abroad Fair is having the opportunity to meet with students who have already completed the program. They can offer an insider view, telling you about their accommodation experiences, academic culture and tips about the city where they studied. 

If at any point during the fair, you need some help or guidance, just stop by the Office of Study Abroad table! We'll be there to meet with students and help them figure out their Fair Game Plan. And then, after it's all over, we'll be posting tips on what to do with all of the information you gathered!

We hope to see you there on Wednesday, October 19 from 2-5 PM in the LBC Qatar Ballroom!

The photo for this year's study abroad fair was taken by Madeleine Nicholson, a Tulane student who studied abroad on the CIEE program in Legon, Ghana. 

Weekly Newsletter

Welcome to the Tulane Study Abroad Blog!

We hope that everyone is finished with their midterms, and getting ready for a fun and relaxing fall break. Luckily, you are all returning for the most exciting time of the year: International Education Week! Tulane’s Center for Global Education is proud to celebrate the internationalization and exchange efforts on our campus. This week’s blog is dedicated to providing information about all of the amazing events that are taking place from October 17-23 here at Tulane. Look below to find out more!

Monday, October 17:

Grant Showcase Luncheon: International Experiences

Stibbs Room 203
LBC
12:00-1:00 PM

Celebrate International Education Week by hearing from students who received funding for international projects, research and experiential learning.  Information on how to apply for funding will be provided, and lunch will be served.  RSVP at bit.ly/iew-grantlunch.

Sponsored by Co-curricular Programs and Cohort Programs. For more information about Newcomb-Tulane College grants visit tulane.edu/college/programs/grants.cfm or email donuts@tulane.edu.  

Link to the Facebook event here!

Global Cafe:
International Pecha Kucha

Pederson Lobby
LBC
3:00-5:00 PM

In honor of International Education Week we are holding this special event (during our Global Cafe) to give internationally-minded students the opportunity to share their stories with the Tulane community.   The theme will be “Global Connections”, and members of the international community will be sharing their stories of adapting to the States, stories from home, and highlights from their research and work here at Tulane.

What is Pecha Kucha?

Drawing its name from the Japanese term for the sound of “chit chat”, it rests on a presentation format that is based on a simple idea: 20 images x 20 seconds. It’s a format that makes presentations concise and keeps things moving at a rapid pace. For more information, visit www.pechakucha.org.

Mindful Journey: Guided Meditation

Anna May Lounge, Caroline Richardson Hall, 2nd floor, 5:00-6:00 PM

Join us for a mindful journey to your favorite place on earth! Using guided meditation, we will spend the early evening traveling (in our minds) to far off lands, all while relaxing and practicing basic mindfulness techniques. No previous meditation experience necessary.

Tuesday, October 18:

An Evening with Francisco Goldman
Novelist & Scholar

Rogers Memorial Chapel
6:00-7:00 PM

An experienced and acute observer of a part of the world deeply influenced by the United States, Goldman will offer a global perspective on this year’s Forum Tulane theme: Power.

Professor Goldman, the author of 5 books, has taught at Columbia University, Brooklyn College, the Institute of New Journalism and many other institutions. He currently lives in Mexico City. Please visit his website for information.

Wednesday, October 19:

Study Abroad Fair

Qatar Ballroom
LBC
2:00-5:00 PM

Learn more about Tulane’s programs abroad, meet program representatives and Tulane study abroad alumni & professors, and find out about international volunteer and intern opportunities!

International Alumni Panel

Tidewater Building
1440 Canal St., Room 1206
5:00-7:00 PM

Join School of Public Health and Tropical Medicine International Alumni with OISS and Career Services for a panel discussion on the international student job search, followed by a brief reception. Don't miss this great opportunity to learn from and network with TUSPHTM international alumni.

Presidential Debate and Desserts with Dr. Brox

Nalty Commons
8:00-11:00 PM

Watch the debate and learn about the US Election process with Tulane Professor Brian Brox!

Link to the Facebook event here!

Facilitator Introduction - Brian Brox is an Associate Professor in the Department of Political Science. His research and teaching focus on American politics and political behavior. He has published research on campaigns & elections, political parties, voting behavior, and public opinion. Next semester he will be teaching an advanced seminar on campaigns & elections as well as a course on politics & literature. He also works with students as the advisor of the College Republicans, College Democrats, and Young Americans for Liberty.

Thursday, October 20:

Tulane Alumni Association
International Programs Reception

Bea Field Alumni House
6319 Willow Street
4:00-6:00 PM

Join us at the Bea Field Alumni House for refreshments, and chat to learn about the Tulane Alumni Association and their International Programs.

Friday, October 21:

Careers Abroad Panel

Cudd Hall, Room 203
9:30-11:00 AM

Join the Center for Global Education in a discussion about working abroad after college. Discuss the pros and cons, and learn about resources to get your job search started!

IEW Fridays at the Quad

LBC Quad
4:00-6:00 PM

This Friday at the Quad will feature food from La Cubana, and International Music from all around the world! Stop by to celebrate the end of a great week!

Saturday, October 22 and Sunday, October 23:

EAT - Experience American Tastes:

Sign up below to welcome our international students by hosting them for lunch or dinner at your home or dorm:

What is Experience American Tastes (EAT)? –

EAT provides Tulane's international students and scholars the opportunity to experience American culture and cuisine with a member of the Tulane community (faculty, staff, students, and alumni). If you want to enjoy the company of international guests, become a host, and share a meal with other international students and scholars on October 22nd and 23rd, sign up here!   After you sign up we will be giving you specific information about who you have been paired up with, information on dietary restrictions, and conversation tips for both you and your guest!

Eat International on Campus:

To celebrate International Education Week, Bruff Commons and 1834 Club will be serving international food from different countries around the world. Here’s the schedule for this week:

Monday: Experience the Cuisine of Brazil

Bruff Commons: 11:00 AM-2:00 PM

1834 Club: 11:30-AM-2:00 PM

Tuesday: Experience the Cuisine of New Zealand

Bruff Commons: 11:00 AM-2:00 PM

1834 Club: 11:30-AM-2:00 PM

Wednesday: Experience the Cuisine of Greece

Bruff Commons: 5:00 PM-10:00 PM

1834 Club: 11:30-AM-2:00 PM

Thursday: Experience the Cuisine of Nicaragua

Bruff Commons: 11:00 AM-2:00 PM

1834 Club: 11:30-AM-2:00 PM

Friday: Experience the Cuisine of Singapore

Bruff Commons: 5:00 PM-10:00 PM

1834 Club: 11:30-AM-2:00 PM

Follow Tulane Study Abroad’s Instagram and Facebook for more updates!