Welcome!
Programs abroad offer you a unique and valuable experience—the opportunity not only to study, but also to immerse yourself in another country and culture, thus expanding your view of the world. While working to fulfill major and minor coursework requirements, you also have the opportunity to acquire firsthand knowledge of another culture, develop or improve fluency in another language, hone skills critical for professional success, and gain a global perspective. The intensity of the experience will stretch you in unexpected ways, and give you increased confidence in your own capabilities. Your time abroad will provide you with vivid and amazing memories that will last a lifetime, no matter where you choose to go–we are happy to be a part of getting you there! If UALR does not offer a program that fits your needs, we will assist you in finding one that best fits your academic goals, linguistic abilities, and interests. Feel free to stop by the office for more information—we look forward to helping you expand your horizons and start your adventure!
International Celebration Week
This year, UALR is broadening its international celebration by offering a number of activities during the week of International Celebration Day.
- Events Include:
- International Film Day
- International Celebration Day
- Panel discussion–”Afghanistan: Obama’s War?”
- International Thanksgiving Celebration
- Interfaith Dialogue Lunch
For more details on the events, including times and locations, please click here.
Phi Kappa Phi Scholarship
Students who are planning to study abroad during the 2010-2011 academic year are encouraged to apply for the Phi Kappa Phi Study Abroad Scholarship. Details on application procedures and eligibility requirements can be found here. The application deadline is February 24, 2010–the application and all supporting materials must arrive at the Phi Kappa Phi office in Baton Rouge by this date.
New Programs Abroad Opportunities
UALR has recently signed exchange agreements in Mexico, Norway, Turkey, and India. Check the Programs Abroad website often–we will post additional information about these exciting new semester/year study abroad opportunities as soon as possible.
Passport: Your Ticket to the World
If you plan on ever traveling outside of the U.S., either for an academic program or simply for fun, obtaining your passport is a crucial step. Let’s face it–you can’t leave ‘home’ without it! So why not apply for your passport now–it will give you one less thing to worry about while preparing for your experience abroad, and it is valid for 10 years. For information, please visit iie.org
UALR Anthropology Student Shares her Yemen Experience
During the Summer of 2008, Elizabeth Sanders participated in an archaeological research project in Yemen through UALR—click here to witness more of her amazing experience through video and photos.