Wednesday, November 18

Listen to first-hand students on their experiences and learn about career-specific global opportunities abroad.

EGL Student Panel: Exchange Programs

: 5:00-6:00pm

: SHH 109, Storrs Campus

Presented by:Kim Sadowski, Custom Programs Coordinator / Incoming Exchange Coordinator

Health Professions Training in Europe: Learn about the Lithuanian University of Health Sciences

: 9:00-10:00am

: Virtual: Link coming soon

Presented by: UConn Global Affairs and the Lithuanian University of Health Sciences

With high costs and competition for professional health education in the United States, students may want to consider alternative options abroad. UConn undergraduate students are invited to a webinar hosted by the Lithuanian University of Health Sciences, a UConn partner, to learn about English-taught and EU-recognized programs in Medicine, Veterinary Medicine, Pharmacy and Odontology. Also hear from LSMU student ambassadors about life at the university and in the beautiful and historic city of Kaunas, Lithuania. All students considering professional health careers are encouraged to attend! This event is offered as part of UConn’s International Education Week.

Fulbright Info Session – Hosting a Fulbright Scholar

: 2:00-3:00pm

: Virtual: Link coming soon

Presented by: Global Partnerships & Outreach (Allison & Cecilia)

Are you interested in hosting an international colleague through the Fulbright Visiting Scholar Program? This program supports visits of international scholars for 3-12 months to engage in research and/or teaching activities. Hear from Fulbright Visiting Scholars currently on campus and their UConn faculty hosts to learn about the program, the role of the host, and the application process. This event will consist of a short info session followed by a panel discussion and Q&A.

Expanding Our Partnership: Summer Programs, Research, and Global Learning at UConn

: 10:00-11:00am

: Virtual: Link coming soon

Presented by: UConn Global Affairs and the Lithuanian University of Health Sciences

Join the University of Connecticut's Global Training and Development Institute (GTDI) for an informational webinar highlighting opportunities for international students, faculty, and institutional partners. The session will introduce UConn's international summer programs, short-term academic and research experiences, entrepreneurship and innovation programs, and customized professional development opportunities. Participants will learn how existing exchange partnerships can be leveraged to expand academic engagement, develop new collaborative programs, and create additional pathways for their students and faculty. 

Travel Signature Days:

: 1:00-3:00pm

: CISS

International Huskies! Are you travelling home during Thanksgiving break or winter vacation? Report your travel to ISSS and get a travel signature before you leave the U.S.  

You have two options:  

1. Submit the Travel Information Record in the ISSS Portal, request an electronic version, and download & print before leaving the U.S. 
2. Come to in-person Travel Signature Days on Monday, November 16, Tuesday, November 17 or Wednesday November 18 

On or before the day you plan to attend, submit the Travel Information Record in the ISSS Portal. Arrive at CISS during scheduled meeting times to get a signature on your immigration documents. Please bring your most recent I-20/DS-2019 or print from the ISSS portal before coming.

When: 

• Monday, November 16 from 10:00am - 12:00pm

• Tuesday November 17 from 1:00 - 3:00pm

• Wednesday November 18 from 1:00 - 3:00pm