The University of Memphis study abroad programs are designed to provide students with the opportunity to combine a rigorous academic program with a cross-cultural learning experience that is not available in the United States.

We offer semester, academic year and summer programs in over 160 institutions in 40 countries to meet the diverse needs of the U of M student population.

	Important Dates Upcoming Information Sessions: Political Science in London and Berlin Wednesday, February 15, 2012 2:30pm-3:30pm in Clement Room 406
	News The Gilman Scholarship Program online application system is now open for students participating in study abroad programs during either the Summer 2012 or Fall 2012 or 2012-2013 Academic Year terms. http://www.iie.org/en/Programs/Gilman-Scholarship-Program Congratulations to the three winners of a $1,000 Study Abroad scholarship from the Spring Study Abroad Fair drawing: Jason Harris, Christine Lemons, and Jessica Swinger.   IFSA-Butler has a new program to help first generation college students. The First Generation Scholars Program gives first generation college students significant financial, academic, and preprofessional support for study abroad on a semester or year IFSA-Butler program. The program includes up to $2,500 in reimbursements for expenses such as housing, meals, flight, student visa and passport fees. The program also includes a resume building workshop, predeparture support, specialized parent publications, and student blogs. Search for IFSA-Butler programs on our program search to see a list of study opportunities that utilize this funding.   Globalinks, our new study abroad partner, offers many internship opportunities abroad. Visit their website for a list of internships: http://www.globalinksabroad.org/study_abroad/internships_abroad   A group of U of M students learned about Costa Rican sustainability practices first-hand during the nutrition study abroad program in summer 2011. Read about their experience here: http://www.memphis.edu/bluegoesgreennews/fall11/costarica.php.