This Week in EA

• It's International Education Week!

  The Center for Global Engagement encourages the UMBC community to get involved. We invite all to celebrate our international community, support international initiatives on campus, and share intercultural experiences with our fellow Retrievers. There will be lots of events happening throughout the week, including The International Education Week Expo, a viewing of the movie "Brief Tender Light", various panels, and campus partner events. The Center of Global Education has a full schedule of events on their website. Make sure you check it out!

• Family and Support Network Session - Hot Topic Sessions | Tuesday, Nov. 18 | 12pm-12:30pm | Virtual
  

  Are your parents wondering how they can help you thrive overseas while equipping you to navigate challenges and stay independent? Are they curious about the emotional highs and lows students experience while abroad, and how they can support you without taking over? Have them join us for an overview of how they can support their study abroad student!

International Education Week Expo!

All things global at UMBC in one place! Stop by the Expo to learn more about opportunities to study, work, and volunteer abroad, meet representatives from UMBC intercultural and language majors/programs, watch cultural performances, and try international snacks and drinks! The Expo will be held from 11am-2pm on Wednesday, November 19th in the UC Ballroom. We can't wait to see you there!

Recurring Events and Deadlines

• Faculty-Led Study Abroad Virtual Drop-in Hours
  Tuesday | 3pm-4pm | Virtual

• Study Abroad 101 Sessions
  Monday | 11am-12pm | Virtual
  Tuesday | 2pm-3pm | Virtual
  Wednesday | 1pm-2pm | Virtual

• Summer 2026, Fall 2026, and Academic Year 2026-2027 advising is available now! Contact educationabroad@umbc.edu to schedule an advising appointment.

• February 1st, 2026: ISEP Exchange and Nanzan University Summer '26, Fall '26, and AY 26-27 Applications due

• February 16, 2026: Summer 2026 Faculty-led Program Applications due

• March 10th, 2026: Summer (non-faculty led), Fall, and Academic Year 2026-2027 Applications due