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Study Abroad Fair Week kicks off October 18!
A collaborative week showcasing the myriad global learning opportunities available to UC Merced students will include a variety of sessions to help you understand the necessity of global learning, unique opportunities, scholarships and financial access, the UC Education Abroad Program, and select UC Summer Abroad options.
UC Merced Study Abroad has curated a menu of global learning opportunities for Bobcats throughout the week. We continue to add individual events and details to join; check back frequently!
Schedule of Events
While UC Merced intends to post recordings of sessions when available, we encourage students to attend sessions live to ask questions and avoid missing deadlines.
Monday, October 18
Day 0
Study Abroad Open House
11:00AM-2:00PM
Come check out the International Affairs office, meet study abroad advisors, and hear about upcoming study abroad events!
Help us kick off Study Abroad Week and grab a boxed lunch to go.
CLS Korean Information Session
12:00PM
This is a live webinar put on by the Critical Language Scholarship program.
General Information Session and Q&A
2:00PM
This is a live webinar put on by the Critical Language Scholarship program.
Tuesday, October 19
Day 1
Get to know the UC Education Abroad Program, drop in for an Ask Me Anything session, or learn more about scholarships or internships.
UCEAP 101: Your Adventure Starts Here
9:00AM
This event is part of the UCEAP Virtual Study Abroad Fair.
Study Abroad in Central Europe & Russia
10:00AM
This event is part of the UCEAP Virtual Study Abroad Fair.
CLS Azerbaijani & Turkish Information Session
10:00AM
This is a live webinar put on by the Critical Language Scholarship program.
Tips for Traveling in a Post-Covid Environment
11:00AM-12:00PM
Tips for booking travel online and over the phone in a post-COVID environment with an overview on how airlines and travel planning has changed.
Ask Me Anything: UCEAP Study Abroad
12:00-2:00PM
This event is part of the UCEAP Virtual Study Abroad Fair.
CLS Russian Information Session
12:00PM
This is a live webinar put on by the Critical Language Scholarship program.
Beyond Studying Abroad: Internships and Research Opportunities
12:00-1:00PM
Looking to gain internship experience while also building your global career network? Join us to learn more about the benefits of a global internship and the various opportunities available for all UC students. Virtual options are available!
The Gilman Scholarship for Studying or Interning Abroad
1:00-2:00PM
The Benjamin A. Gilman Scholarship provides up to $5,000 for federal Pell grant recipients to participate in study abroad and internship programs throughout the world. Learn about the aims of the Gilman Scholarship, eligibility requirements, the application process, and how to become a competitive candidate. Q&A session will follow the presentation.
Study Abroad in Latin America and Spain
2:00PM
This event is part of the UCEAP Virtual Study Abroad Fair.
Study Abroad in Northern Europe
3:00PM
This event is part of the UCEAP Virtual Study Abroad Fair.
Study Abroad in Barbados, Canada, and Oceania
4:00PM
This event is part of the UCEAP Virtual Study Abroad Fair.
How To Win Free Money through Study Abroad Scholarships!
4:00-5:00PM
In this information session, we will highlight a variety of study abroad scholarships you can use to help pay for your study abroad program.
Don't miss out on your chance to get ahead of the scholarship game!
Study Abroad in China, Hong Kong, and Taiwan
5:00PM
This event is part of the UCEAP Virtual Study Abroad Fair.
Study Abroad Student Panel
7:00-8:00PM
What is it actually like to study abroad? Was it hard to make friends? Any tips to travel cheaply? What was the biggest cultural difference? You can ask them yourselves! Attendees can submit questions to our panel of students before or during the session.
Wednesday, October 20
Day 2
Continue exploring the UC Education Abroad Program, check out eco-friendly study abroad, a Study Abroad 101, identity, virtual programs abroad, or what it's like to study abroad in a pandemic.
Eco-Friendly Study Abroad
9:00AM
This event is part of the UCEAP Virtual Study Abroad Fair.
Study Abroad in the Mediterranean
10:00AM
This event is part of the UCEAP Virtual Study Abroad Fair.
CLS Japanese Information Session
10:00AM
This is a live webinar put on by the Critical Language Scholarship program.
UC Virtual Fair Fall 2021
11:00AM-1:00PM
Welcome to the UC-Wide Virtual Study Abroad Fair! This interactive event will link you to advisors for programs across all of UC waiting to talk to you—whether with the UC Education Abroad Program or a sister campus and their summer programs—all via Zoom.
Drop-in Advising: UCEAP Virtual Study Abroad Fair
11:00AM-1:00PM
This event is part of the UCEAP Virtual Study Abroad Fair.
Study Abroad 101: General Info Session
***CANCELED***
Interested in studying abroad but not sure where to start? Come to this info session led by a study abroad advisor.
Canceled
Studying Abroad During a Pandemic
1:00PM
This event is part of the UCEAP Virtual Study Abroad Fair.
Ask Me Anything: UCEAP Study Abroad
1:00-4:00PM
This event is part of the UCEAP Virtual Study Abroad Fair.
Study Abroad in Africa and the Middle East
2:00PM
This event is part of the UCEAP Virtual Study Abroad Fair.
UCEAP 101: Your Adventure Starts Here
3:00PM
This event is part of the UCEAP Virtual Study Abroad Fair.
Exploring your Unique Identities Abroad & Away
3:00-3:00PM
In this session, we will explore how the many varied aspects of identity can impact your experience on a program in another culture, whether it is international or domestic. When preparing yourself to be immersed in another culture, it is important to consider all the different ways that you identify as an individual, recognizing how your unique identity might be perceived abroad and away. We will talk about how leaving your current cultural context can change how you experience your identity, how to navigate your transition to a new culture, and what resources you can use to prepare and set expectations for success.
Peace Corps Prep Program Webinar - Fall 2021
4:00-5:00PM
Peace Corps Prep is a certificate program that can help you develop the skills and experience to become a highly competitive applicant for the Peace Corps and prepare for a career in international development, public service, or NGO sector. A link to the online application and detailed instructions are available here. Applications must be submitted by November 15 at 5:00pm PT.
UC-Wide Virtual Programs
4:00-5:00PM
As UC Students, you have the opportunity to engage globally from wherever you are through virtual global programs. Join this session to learn more about the kinds of programs available, the benefits of virtual programs, and how your participation can boost your skills and career.
Study abroad in Korea, Singapore, and Thailand
5:00PM
This event is part of the UCEAP Virtual Study Abroad Fair.
Ask Me Anything: UCEAP Study Abroad
5:00-6:00PM
This event is part of the UCEAP Virtual Study Abroad Fair.
Thursday, October 21
Day 3
Finish off the Study Abroad Fair with sessions on first-time travel, the Peace Corps, sessions for Latinx students, or visit us in person for Study Abroad Tabling outside the Pavilion.
Study Abroad in England, Ireland, and Scotland
9:00AM
This event is part of the UCEAP Virtual Study Abroad Fair.
CLS Portuguese Information Session
9:00AM
This is a live webinar put on by the Critical Language Scholarship program.
Study Abroad Tabling
10:00AM-12:00PM
Have a quick question? Want to learn more about study abroad? Stop by our table and chat with an advisor!
Study Abroad for Hispanic and Latinx Students
10:00AM
This event is part of the UCEAP Virtual Study Abroad Fair.
UCEAP 101: Your Adventure Starts Here
11:30AM-12:00PM
This event is part of the UCEAP Virtual Study Abroad Fair.
First-Time Travelers
12:00-1:00PM
Are you thinking of traveling within the U.S or overseas for the first time? Are you unsure of what to expect or how to prepare? If you answered yes to any of these questions, this webinar is for you! You’ll learn about required travel documents, purchasing airfare, navigating airports, and more!
Peace Corps
12:00-1:00PM
Peace Corps sends volunteers to serve in over 60 countries around the globe. They work at a grassroots level in six different program areas—education, health, environment, youth development, agriculture and community economic development—for a period of 27 months. Join this virtual panel to hear from returned Peace Corps volunteers and learn how the Peace Corps can help you explore your global future.
Ask Me Anything: UCEAP Study Abroad
12:00-2:00PM
This event is part of the UCEAP Virtual Study Abroad Fair.
CLS Q&A Office Hours
12:00-2:00PM
This is a live webinar put on by the Critical Language Scholarship program.
UCEAP Student Budgets and Affordability
1:00PM
This event is part of the UCEAP Virtual Study Abroad Fair.
UCEAP Scholarships: Making Your Application Shine
1:30PM
This event is part of the UCEAP Virtual Study Abroad Fair.
Courses and Credit Abroad
2:00PM
This event is part of the UCEAP Virtual Study Abroad Fair.
Study Abroad 111: Affordability & Aid
2:30-3:00PM
Explore the basics of financial aid eligibility for study abroad and what makes some opportunities more affordable than others.
Study Abroad 112: Intro to Scholarships
3:00-3:30PM
Explore the most common scholarships for study abroad like the Gilman Scholarship or the UCEAP Global Scholarship.
Study Abroad in India and Japan
4:00PM
This event is part of the UCEAP Virtual Study Abroad Fair.
