Fall 2008 General Information Session

***All session information would announce later. Please come and check frequently.

National Student Exchange Program
Fall 2008 General Information Sessions

Monday: 1:30 pm
Tuesday: 2:30 pm
Thursday: 11:00 am
Friday: 12:00 pm

Place:107 Taft Hall

NSE General Information Sessions are designed for URI students interested in studying for a semester or a year at one of over 200 participating institutions nationwide. Students in attendance will learn about the NSE application and placement process, and they will be given guidance to assist them in researching and selecting appropriate school choices.

Summer Programs Drop-in Sessions

***All session information would announce later. Please come and check frequently.

Study Abroad Photo Contest Deadline
DATE:	2008-09-10
TIME:	04:00:00 PM - 04:00:00 PM
PLACE:	OIE/NSE, Taft Hall, Room 107
Deadline to submit photos for the 4th Annual Study Abroad Photo Contest. For more details, please visit http://www.uri.edu/international/PDF/Study%20AbroadPhoto%20Contest.pdf

Study Abroad Fair
DATE:	2008-09-17
TIME:	11:00:00 AM - 03:00:00 PM
PLACE:	Memorial Union Ballroom

SEA Semester Info. Session
DATE:	2008-09-17
TIME:	03:30:00 PM - 04:30:00 PM
PLACE:	Room 318, Memorial Union
SEA representative, Carla Scocchi, will provide a presentation on the SEA Semester programs. Visit www.sea.edu for information on SEA

Cross Cultural Adjustment Workshop
DATE:	2008-09-23
TIME:	03:00:00 PM - 04:00:00 PM
PLACE:	Room 107, Taft Hall
This session will explore the aspects of cultural adjustment associated with living and studying in another country. Preparing for, and coping with, cultural differences will be discussed along with issues such as culture stress, culture shock and reverse culture shock. Session limited to 15 participants. Sign-up by contacting the OIE at 874-5546 or oie@etal.uri.edu

Visas & Passports - Workshop
DATE:	2008-09-24
TIME:	03:30:00 PM - 04:30:00 PM
PLACE:	Room 107, Taft Hall
The study abroad experience also involves challenging foreign immigration rules and visa application procedures that can sometimes cause a lot of stress during your pre-departure preparation. This workshop will discuss how to prepare for the visa application process. Session limited to 15 participants. Sign-up by contacting the OIE at 874-5546 or oie@etal.uri.edu

AIFS Study Abroad Programs
DATE:	2008-09-29
TIME:	10:30:00 AM - 02:00:00 PM
PLACE:	Information Booth, Memorial Union
AIFS representative, Jen McKernan, will be on campus to provide information and answer questions about semester/summer abroad programs and international internships offered around the world

Study in England of URI's Exchange Program
DATE:	2008-09-29
TIME:	11:00:00 AM - 03:00:00 PM
PLACE:	Booth #1, Memorial Union
University of East Anglia (UEA)representative, Jennifer Croydon, will be on campus to provide information on the URI/UEA Exchange Program. For information on the exchange, visit: http://www.uri.edu/international/study_abroad/east_anglia.htm

Pre-departure Planning - Workshop
DATE:	2008-09-30
TIME:	03:00:00 PM - 04:00:00 PM
PLACE:	Room 107, Taft Hall
Aside from applying to a study abroad program and getting accepted, there are a multitude of tasks and procedures that need to be completed before you begin your program overseas. This session will provide information and tips on how to navigate the administrative processes andprocedures students will face prior to departure. Other topics discussed will be related to packing, insurance,financial matters and practical travel tips. Each session limited to 15 participants.Sign-up by contacting the OIE at 874-5546 or oie@etal.uri.edu

Study and Travel in Non-Western Countries - Worksh
DATE:	2008-10-01
TIME:	03:30:00 PM - 04:30:00 PM
PLACE:	Room 107, Taft Hall
Studying around the world has its rewards and challenges; however, studying in Asia, Africa, Latin America or the Middle East involves preparing for, and coping with, a complexity of issues that are not typical in the U.S. This session explores some of the challenges (i.e. health, communication, travel, etc.) students planning a semester abroad may face and how to prepare for them. Session limited to 15 participants. Sign-up contacting the OIE at 874-5546 or oie@etal.uri.edu

Cross Cultural Adjustment Workshop
DATE:	2008-10-15
TIME:	03:30:00 PM - 04:30:00 PM
PLACE:	Room 107, Taft Hall
This session will explore the aspects of cultural adjustment associated with living and studying in another country. Preparing for, and coping with, cultural differences will be discussed along with issues such as culture stress, culture shock and reverse culture shock. Session limited to 15 participants. Sign-up by contacting the OIE at 874-5546 or oie@etal.uri.edu

Visas & Passports - Workshop
DATE:	2008-10-21
TIME:	03:00:00 PM - 04:00:00 PM
PLACE:	The study abroad experience also involves challenging foreign immigration rules and visa application procedures that can sometimes cause a lot of stress during your pre-departure preparation. This workshop will discuss how to prepare for the visa application process. Session limited to 15 participants. Sign-up by contacting the OIE at 874-5546 or oie@etal.uri.edu

Pre-departure Planning - Workshop
DATE:	2008-10-22
TIME:	03:30:00 PM - 04:30:00 PM
PLACE:	Room 107, Taft Hall
Aside from applying to a study abroad program and getting accepted, there are a multitude of tasks and procedures that need to be completed before you begin your program overseas. This session will provide information and tips on how to navigate the administrative processes andprocedures students will face prior to departure. Other topics discussed will be related to packing, insurance,financial matters and practical travel tips. Each session limited to 15 participants.Sign-up by contacting the OIE at 874-5546 or oie@etal.uri.edu

Parent's Weekend Open House
DATE:	2008-10-31
TIME:	12:00:00 PM - 04:00:00 PM
PLACE:	Office Of International Education, 107 Taft Hall
Visit the Office of International Education & National Student Exchange to learn more about off-campus study opportunities, such as study abroad and National Student Exchange programs. Staff will be available to answer questions and provide resource material. For additional information on off-campus programs visit: http://www.uri.edu/international

Visas & Passports - Workshop
DATE:	2008-11-05
TIME:	03:30:00 PM - 04:30:00 PM
PLACE:	Room 107, Taft Hall
The study abroad experience also involves challenging foreign immigration rules and visa application procedures that can sometimes cause a lot of stress during your pre-departure preparation. This workshop will discuss how to prepare for the visa application process. Session limited to 15 participants. Sign-up by contacting the OIE at 874-5546 or oie@etal.uri.edu

Study Abroad Health and Safety Workshop
DATE:	2008-11-07
TIME:	03:00:00 PM - 04:00:00 PM
PLACE:	Room 107, Taft Hall
As with all other aspects of planning for a semester abroad, when it comes to your health, the sooner you begin the planning the better. We will explore health and safety issues as they relate to your semester abroad and the international environment. A 20 minute "Safety & Study Abroad" video will be viewed during this session. Session limited to 15 participants. Sign-up contacting the OIE at 874-5546 or oie@etal.uri.edu

Pre-departure Planning Workshop
DATE:	2008-11-17
TIME:	03:30:00 PM - 04:30:00 PM
PLACE:	Room 107, Taft Hall
Aside from applying to a study abroad program and getting accepted, there are a multitude of tasks and procedures that need to be completed before you begin your program overseas. This session will provide information and tips on how to navigate the administrative processes andprocedures students will face prior to departure. Other topics discussed will be related to packing, insurance,financial matters and practical travel tips. Each session limited to 15 participants.Sign-up by contacting the OIE at 874-5546 or oie@etal.uri.edu

Pre-departure Planning Workshop
DATE:	2008-11-18
TIME:	03:00:00 PM - 04:00:00 PM
PLACE:	Room 107, Taft Hall
Aside from applying to a study abroad program and getting accepted, there are a multitude of tasks and procedures that need to be completed before you begin your program overseas. This session will provide information and tips on how to navigate the administrative processes andprocedures students will face prior to departure. Other topics discussed will be related to packing, insurance,financial matters and practical travel tips. Each session limited to 15 participants.Sign-up by contacting the OIE at 874-5546 or oie@etal.uri.edu

Pre-departure Planning Workshop
DATE:	2008-11-19
TIME:	03:30:00 PM - 04:30:00 PM
PLACE:	Room 107, Taft Hall
Aside from applying to a study abroad program and getting accepted, there are a multitude of tasks and procedures that need to be completed before you begin your program overseas. This session will provide information and tips on how to navigate the administrative processes andprocedures students will face prior to departure. Other topics discussed will be related to packing, insurance,financial matters and practical travel tips. Each session limited to 15 participants.Sign-up by contacting the OIE at 874-5546 or oie@etal.uri.edu

Pre-departure Planning Workshop
DATE:	2008-11-20
TIME:	03:00:00 PM - 04:00:00 PM
PLACE:	Room 107, Taft Hall
Aside from applying to a study abroad program and getting accepted, there are a multitude of tasks and procedures that need to be completed before you begin your program overseas. This session will provide information and tips on how to navigate the administrative processes andprocedures students will face prior to departure. Other topics discussed will be related to packing, insurance,financial matters and practical travel tips. Each session limited to 15 participants.Sign-up by contacting the OIE at 874-5546 or oie@etal.uri.edu

Pre-departure Planning Workshop
DATE:	2008-11-21
TIME:	03:30:00 PM - 04:30:00 PM
PLACE:	Room 107, Taft Hall
Aside from applying to a study abroad program and getting accepted, there are a multitude of tasks and procedures that need to be completed before you begin your program overseas. This session will provide information and tips on how to navigate the administrative processes andprocedures students will face prior to departure. Other topics discussed will be related to packing, insurance,financial matters and practical travel tips. Each session limited to 15 participants.Sign-up by contacting the OIE at 874-5546 or oie@etal.uri.edu

Mandatory Study Abroad Pre-departure Paperwork Due
DATE:	2008-12-01
TIME:	09:00:00 AM - 04:00:00 PM
PLACE:	Office of International Education, Room 107, Taft Hall
Mandatory Pre-departure paperwork for students studying abroad for the spring 2009 semester must be complete and on file in the Office of International Education. Paperwork found at: www.uri.edu/international/study_abroad/paperwork.htm

AustraLearn Pre-departure Meeting
DATE:	2008-12-02
TIME:	03:00:00 PM - 05:00:00 PM
PLACE:	Room 308, Memorial Union
A rep. from Australearn will be on campus to assist spring 2009 program participants with planning for their semester abroad and to answer questions. ALL AustraLearn participants are welcome but sign-up for the session is still required by contacting the OIE at 874-5546 or oie@etal.uri.edu

AustraLearn Pre-departure Meeting
DATE:	2008-12-02
TIME:	10:00:00 AM - 12:00:00 PM
PLACE:	Room 308, Memorial Union
A rep. from Australearn will be on campus to assist spring 2009 program participants with planning for their semester abroad and to answer questions. ALL AustraLearn participants are welcome but sign-up for the session is still required by contacting the OIE at 874-5546 or oie@etal.uri.edu

AIFS Pre-departure Meeting
DATE:	2008-12-03
TIME:	03:00:00 PM - 05:00:00 PM
PLACE:	Room 318, Memorial Union
American Institute for Foreign Study (AIFS) rep., Jen McKernan, will be on campus to assist AIFS spring 2009 program participants with planning for their semester abroad and to answer questions. ALL AIFS program participants are welcome but sign-up for the session is required by contacting the OIE at 874-5546 or oie@etal.uri.edu

API Pre-departure Meeting
DATE:	2008-12-04
TIME:	04:00:00 PM - 06:30:00 PM
PLACE:	Room 318, Memorial Union
Academic Programs International(API) representative, Julie Leitman, will be on campus to assist API spring 2009 program participants with planning their semester abroad and to answer questions. All API participants are welcome but sign -up is still required by contacting the OIE at 874-5546 or oie@etal.uri.edu

Pre-departure Orient. for Students Studying in Lat
DATE:	2008-12-10
TIME:	09:30:00 AM - 12:30:00 PM
PLACE:	International Center, 37 Lower College Rd.
Studying in these regions of the world has its own rewards and challenges. This session will explore some of the unique challenges students may face in these countries. ALL students studying in these regions are welcome but sign-up for the session is still required. Continental Breakfast served. Sign-up by contacting the OIE at 874-5546 or oie@etal.uri.edu

Before You Leave Day
DATE:	2008-12-11
TIME:	09:00:00 AM - 03:00:00 PM
PLACE:	OIE/NSE, Taft Hall, Room 107
For all visiting exchange students leaving URI at the end of the Fall 2008 semester. Come say farewell and tie up all loose ends for a smooth transition home.