Upcoming Events and Meetings
Spring 2020 Study Abroad Events
Performing Arts & Community Engagement in Uganda Info Session
Join this info session led by Professor Damascus Kafumbe, who will be offering a new course this summer in Mpambire Village, Uganda. Students will work with instrument-makers to contribute to group projects and conduct community-based research.
Middlebury Museum Studies in Oxford Info Session
Come to an info session to learn more about this summer program, which features two courses, an intensive week of experiential learning at an 18th century estate, and special tours of Oxford archives, collections, and historic properties and museums all over Southern England.
Come in person or join us virtually at https://middlebury.zoom.us/j/5835899756.
Fall 2019 Study Abroad Events
School in Spain Pre-departure Orientation
Students planning to spend the spring 2020 semester in Spain should attend this required meeting. We will talk about logistics (visa, housing, money, courses, arrival, etc.) and returned students will be on hand to answer your questions.
Study Abroad Returnee Reception
Those of you who studied abroad during the 2018-2019 academic year (fall, spring, or year), please plan to reconnect with staff, faculty, and fellow students who were also abroad. *Bring your proof of age ID.*
Sophomore Meeting
For any student planning to study abroad for the fall, spring, or year of 2020-2021. Come learn the basics and have an opportunity to ask your initial questions to get you started!
Study Abroad Fair
Come learn more about Middlebury Schools Abroad, Language Schools, and a host of other study abroad programs commonly used by Middlebury students. If you think you might want to study abroad, but haven't really started the process, this is a great place to start!
Study Abroad: Returning Students Meet Up (& HAVE PIZZA)
The Middlebury Counseling Center is offering this one time “meet up” to all students returning to Middlebury College following a study abroad trip from the previous summer or semester. This “meet up” is an opportunity for reflection and time to talk about your experience with other students who are also returning to campus. Discussions may include both rewarding and challenging experiences while studying abroad, what it is like to transition back to campus, reuniting with friends, and various other topics that might feel specific to you as someone who studied abroad.
THERE WILL BE PIZZA (including gluten-free & dairy free options)!
Facilitators: Carter Branley, MS of Middlebury Counseling Center at cbranley@middlebury.edu and Michelle Kaczynski, MA, Licensed Psychologist- Master of Middlebury Counseling Center at mkaczynski@middlebury.edu
How to sign up: Just show up! This is open group format for all students returning from study abroad.
Program-specific Information Sessions
The following programs will be conducting info sessions (stop by the fair in the afternoon to get a list of sessions and room assignments, or just come to Axinn right before the meeting time): Brown University, CIEE, College Year in Athens, Frontiers Abroad, IFSA-Butler, Middlebury Institute of International Studies at Monterey, NYU, Organization for Tropical Studies, Round River Conservation Studies, SEA, SIT, University of Auckland, University of Melbourne, University of New South Wales, Victoria University, University of Waikato, Williams-Mystic Maritime Studies
Schools in Argentina and Uruguay Information Session
Come and learn about study abroad experiences in Argentina and Uruguay!
School in France Information Session
Interested in studying abroad at the Middlebury School in France? Join us for this one-hour info session to learn more about the program! A study abroad advisor will be present to answer questions and study abroad returnees will be available to share their experiences.
Schools in Jordan and Morocco Information Session
Interested in studying abroad in the Middle East at the Middlebury School in Jordan or Morocco? Join us for this one-hour info session to learn more about the programs! A study abroad advisor will be present to answer questions and study abroad returnees will be available to share their experiences.
School in China Information Session
Interested in studying abroad at the Middlebury School in China? Join us for this one-hour info session to learn more about the program! A study abroad advisor will be present to answer questions and study abroad returnees will be available to share their experiences.
School in Chile Information Session
Come and learn about opportunities to study abroad in Chile!
Boren Scholarship Information Session
Grab your lunch and bring it to this info session to hear from a Boren Awards Program Specialist from the Institute of International Education about Boren Scholarships for study abroad.
Boren Scholarships, an initiative of the National Security Education Program, provide scholarships up to $20,000 for U.S. undergraduate students to study less commonly taught languages in world regions critical to U.S. interests, and underrepresented in study abroad. In exchange for funding, Boren Scholars commit to working in the federal government for at least one year after graduation. More information: https://www.borenawards.org/scholarships/program-basics/boren-scholarsh…
School in Japan Information Session
Interested in studying abroad at the Middlebury School in Japan? Join us for this one-hour info session to learn more about the program! A study abroad advisor will be present to answer questions and study abroad returnees will be available to share their experiences.
School in Cameroon Information Session
Interested in studying abroad at the Middlebury School in Cameroon? Join us for this one-hour info session to learn more about the program! A study abroad advisor will be present to answer questions and study abroad returnees will be available to share their experiences.
School in India Information Session
Interested in studying abroad at the Middlebury School in India? Join us for this one-hour info session to learn more about the program! A study abroad advisor will be present to answer questions and study abroad returnees will be available to share their experiences.
STEM & Study Abroad Information Session
This info session is for students studying in the STEM fields who are interested in studying abroad and who would like to learn more about how to incorporate study abroad into their academic plans.
Pre-Health & Study Abroad Information Session
This info session is geared towards students studying in Pre-Health fields (including Pre-Med students) who are interested in studying abroad and would like to know more about how to incorporate a study abroad experience into their academic plans.
School in Germany Information Session
Interested in studying abroad at the Middlebury School in Germany? Join us for this one-hour info session to learn more about the program! A study abroad advisor will be present to answer questions and study abroad returnees will be available to share their experiences.
School in Russia Information Session
Interested in studying abroad at the Middlebury School in Russia? Join us for this one-hour info session to learn more about the program! A study abroad advisor will be present to answer questions and study abroad returnees will be available to share their experiences.
Spanish-Speaking Latin America Information Session
Interested in studying abroad in Spanish-speaking Latin America? Join us for this one-hour info session to learn about your options! A study abroad advisor will be present to answer questions and study abroad returnees will be available to share their experiences.
Study Away at MIIS Information Session
Students interested in learning more about the opportunity to Study Away at MIIS as part of their undergraduate experience are encouraged to attend this information session.
School in Spain Information Session
Interested in studying abroad at the Middlebury School in Spain? Join us for this one-hour info session to learn more about the program! A study abroad advisor will be present to answer questions and study abroad returnees will be available to share their experiences.
School in Italy Information Session
Interested in studying abroad at the Middlebury School in Italy? Join us for this one-hour info session to learn more about the program! A study abroad advisor will be present to answer questions and study abroad returnees will be available to share their experiences.
Museum Studies in Oxford Information Session
This info session is for anyone interested in the summer Museum Studies in Oxford program, which offers two credit-bearing courses on the structure, management, and activities of British museums.
School of the Environment Information Session
The School of the Environment is a 6-week summer program in Yunnan, China, which combines Environmental Studies coursework with leadership skill building. Come learn more at the info session!
School in Brazil Information Session
Interested in studying abroad at the Middlebury School in Brazil? Join us for this one-hour info session to learn more about the program! A study abroad advisor will be present to answer questions and study abroad returnees will be available to share their experiences.
School in Italy Pre-Departure Orientation, Part I
This is the first of two required meetings for students studying abroad at the Middlebury School in Italy during the Spring 2020 semester.
School in India Pre-Departure Orientation
Students planning to spend the spring 2020 semester in India should attend this required meeting. We will talk about logistics (visa, housing, money, courses, arrival, etc.) and returned students will be on hand to answer your questions.
English-speaking Study Abroad Options Information Session
This information session is for sophomores considering studying abroad in English-speaking countries or in countries where the language spoken is not taught at Middlebury (study abroad options with no language requirements, other than the School in India or CMRS in Oxford); e.g., UK, Ireland, Australia, New Zealand, Czech Republic, Denmark, Greece, Nepal, Sweden,Thailand, Vietnam, etc. (Please Note: there are separate meetings for the School in India, M-CMRS Oxford, and for study abroad in Africa; please see Calendar for info.)
Oxford Information Session
Come to this information session to learn about study abroad options at Oxford, including the Middlebury-CMRS Oxford Humanities Program, Lincoln College/Oxford University, and other options for direct enrollment at Oxford.
School in China Pre-Departure Orientation
Students planning to spend the spring 2020 semester in China should attend this required meeting. We will talk about logistics (visa, housing, money, courses, arrival, etc.) and returned students will be on hand to answer your questions.
School in France Pre-Departure Orientation
Students planning to spend the spring 2020 semester in France should attend this required meeting. We will talk about logistics (visa, housing, money, courses, arrival, etc.) and returned students will be on hand to answer your questions.
Africa Information Session
Attend this information session to learn about study abroad options in Africa. Please Note: there is a separate info session for the Middlebury School in Cameroon; see Calendar for details.
Schools in Argentina, Chile, and Uruguay Pre-Departure Orientation, Part I
This is the first of two required pre-departure meetings for students studying at the Middlebury Schools in Argentina, Chile, and Uruguay during the Spring 2020 semester.
School in Japan Pre-Departure Orientation
Students planning to spend the spring 2020 semester in Japan should attend this required meeting. We will talk about logistics (visa, housing, money, courses, arrival, etc.) and returned students will be on hand to answer your questions.
School in Italy Pre-Departure Orientation, Part II
This is the second of two required meetings for students studying abroad at the Middlebury School in Italy during the Spring 2020 semester.
Schools in Jordan and Morocco Pre-Departure Orientation
Students planning to spend the spring 2020 semester in either Jordan or Morocco should attend this required meeting. We will talk about logistics (housing, money, courses, arrival, etc.) and returned students will be on hand to answer your questions.
School in Chile Pre-Departure Orientation, Part II
The second of two required meetings for students studying at the Middlebury School in Chile during the Spring 2020 semester.
Schools in Argentina & Uruguay Pre-Departure Orientation, Part II
The second of two required meetings for students studying at the Middlebury Schools in Argentina and Uruguay during the Spring 2020 semester.
School in Russia Pre-Departure Orientation
Students planning to spend the spring 2020 semester in Russia should attend this required meeting. We will talk about logistics (visa, housing, money, courses, arrival, etc.) and returned students will be on hand to answer your questions.
School in Germany Pre-Departure Orientation
Students planning to spend the spring 2020 semester in Germany should attend this required meeting. We will talk about logistics (visa, housing, money, courses, arrival, etc.) and returned students will be on hand to answer your questions.
Language Schools Information Session
Come learn about the 11 languages at various levels available for study during the summer here at Middlebury!
ECON Study Abroad Information Session
Interested in studying abroad and studying ECON? Join us for this one-hour info session to learn more about your options and what to consider! A study abroad advisor and a career counselor will be present to answer questions and study abroad returnees will be available to share their experiences.
First-Gen Study Abroad Information Session
Are you a First-Gen student interested in studying abroad? Curious about your options? Not sure where to start? Join us for the First-Gen Study Abroad Information Session hosted by the Anderson Freeman Center and International Programs! You will hear from study abroad advisors and First-Gen study abroad returnees who can answer your questions and share their experiences.
Middlebury-CMRS Oxford Program Pre-Departure Orientation
Students studying abroad at the M-CMRS Oxford Program during Spring 2020 are required to attend this meeting.
SIT Study Abroad Pre-Departure Orientation
Students studying at SIT Study Abroad programs during Spring 2020 are required to attend this meeting.
UPCES Prague Pre-Departure Orientation
Students who are studying abroad at the UPCES program in Prague for Spring 2020 should attend this meeting.
Pre-Departure Orientation: Externally Sponsored Programs in the UK, Ireland, Australia, and New Zealand
Students studying abroad at Externally Sponsored Programs in England, Scotland, Ireland, Australia, or New Zealand (except SIT Programs) during Spring 2020 are required to attend this meeting.
Pre-Departure Orientation: Externally Sponsored Programs*
This pre-departure orientation meeting is required for students attending *Externally Sponsored Programs NOT in the UK, Ireland, Australia, or New Zealand and NOT DIS, SIT, or UPCES Programs, during Spring 2020 (also the make-up meeting for students who must miss their designated meeting).
In other words, all externally sponsored programs that are not included in any of the other pre-departure meetings.
DIS: Study Abroad in Scandinavia Information Session
Come to this info session to learn more about DIS programs in Copenhagen and Stockholm.
DIS: Study Abroad in Scandinavia Pre-Departure Orientation
Students studying at DIS programs in Copenhagen or Stockholm during Spring 2020 are required to attend this meeting.
Freeman-Asia Scholarship Information Session
Come to this information session to learn about the Freeman-Asia Scholarship for U.S. undergraduate students to study abroad in East or Southeast Asia. Monica Galbraith, a Middlebury student who studied abroad in Korea and was a recipient of this scholarship, will present the session.
Study Abroad: Preparing for Your Adventure
This one time “meet up” is offered to all students preparing to study abroad. This “meet up” is an opportunity to share thoughts, questions, concerns you might have as you prepare for this life transition. Discussions may include maintaining connections with friends, living in a new place, and balancing this transition with your academics.
THERE WILL BE PIZZA (including gluten-free & dairy-free options)!
Facilitators: Carter Branley, MS of Middlebury Counseling Center at cbranley@middlebury.edu and Michelle Kaczynski, MA, Licensed Psychologist-Master of Middlebury Counseling Center at mkaczynski@middlebury.edu
How to sign up: Just show up! This is open group format for all students preparing to study abroad.