By Margaret SchellEighteen Georgia College & State University students spent just over two weeks in May administering free healthcare to approximately 1,000 residents of San Ignacio, Belize — and gaining life-changing experiences in the process.Through a unique study abroad program, students offered free health assessments, dental hygiene care, workshops on teen pregnancy and sexually transmitted disease-prevention, as well as First Aid, CPR and physical therapy clinics.“Many of the...
Hosted by GCSU and co-sponsored with the University System of Georgia Asia Council, this free workshop will be offered on Friday, April 4, from 9:30 a.m. to 2:30 p.m. Join GCSU's Dr. Flor Culpa-Bondal and Dr. Tsu-Ming Chiang, plus other scholars, as they explore a range of academic perspectives across East, South and Southeast Asia. Schedule: 9:30 a.m. - 10:20 a.m. The Mongol Empire. 10:30 a.m. - 11:20 a.m., Indonesia as a Southeast Asian Regional Power. 11:30 a.m. - 12:20 p.m.,...
Proposals for spring and summer 2026 are being accepted in this cycle. The updated 2025/2026 faculty-led Study Abroad program proposal form - plus national “best practice” resources for organizing and leading faculty-led programs - is available from this MyGCSU link: Developing a Faculty-Led Study Abroad Program. Unify login credentials are required. Proposals completed using last year's form will be accepted this cycle.When submitting, complete each section of the proposal fully and...
Proposals for spring and summer 2026 are being accepted in this cycle. The updated 2025/2026 faculty-led Study Abroad program proposal form - plus national “best practice” resources for organizing and leading faculty-led programs - is available from this MyGCSU link: Developing a Faculty-Led Study Abroad Program. Unify login credentials are required. Proposals completed using last year's form will be accepted this cycle.When submitting, complete each section of the proposal fully,...
A reminder that Study Abroad scholarship applications for this cycle are due on March 15. For application forms and information, contact the International Education Center, or visit the office in the Bone House at 141 S. Clarke Street opposite the Old Governor's Mansion.
Because of difficulties with the scholarship application module of the online Study Abroad application system, the deadline for Summer and Fall Study Abroad scholarship applications is extended to March 15. Students should watch their GCSU email accounts for updates and further information.
by Margaret SchellDouble economics and finance major Jorge Robinson of Concordia, Argentina, is prepared for what’s next after studying four years at Georgia College & State University.Robinson started his tennis career at Georgia College in January 2021 and played through May 2024. During the spring semester, he was ranked as the Bobcat’s top player.Robinson came to the U.S. to continue playing the sport he loves while pursuing his degree.Regular training and tennis competitions taught...
By Maggie Forrester, University Communications Student AssistantInternational Student Day is today, Nov. 17. Georgia College & State University has been hosting international students for more than 70 years.A 1945 article from “The Colonnade” about Georgia State College for Women’s International Relations Club – whose membership roster included famed alumna Mary Flannery O’Connor – said, “The purpose of the International Relations Club is to foster interest in and knowledge of international...
Explore The International Education Center through their November News Magazine. This digital magazine offers an insider's perspective on international affairs on campus, study abroad opportunities and student highlights. For additional information, follow @gc_internationalclub on social media or email studyabroadinfo.edu. Read it here: https://issuu.com/iecinfo/docs/vol._2_issue_1_nov_2024_2_.
By Margaret SchellJunior computer science major, Farah Dawood, of Behera, Egypt, wants to become a software engineer after she graduates from college. The international student is attending Georgia College & State University this fall semester. “I like hands-on projects and research,” Dawood said. “My concentration in AI allows me to do these things and solve any problem.” “The technology skills we learn at GCSU apply to so many fields—from management to transportation applications,”...
