With the semester coming to an end, some of you will be heading home for winter break to spend time with friends and family. The other half of you will be preparing to set off on adventures in foreign countries. And if you're like me, you have no idea what to expect, let alone what to even pack before you go. Lucky for you, I've compiled a list of things you should take and … [Read more...] about What to Pack/ What not to Pack for Studying Abroad
If you're like me, then going on a study away program was your first time leaving the country, ever! So lets take a look at the process of getting a passport and visa for the first time. Passport Applying for your first passport is pretty straightforward as it only involves five steps. However, these steps require a lot of self-motivation and traveling to a handful of places … [Read more...] about Applying for your First Passport and Visa
The world is now in the palms of your hands. You've been there, done that, and now you're putting on your big boy pants and looking for a job. Sure you could apply at your local Hobby Lobby, but you could also work with Volkswagen at their plant in Germany. Which one would you pick? So lets go ahead and jump into what kind of career opportunities you can find yourself in after … [Read more...] about From Studying Abroad to Careers Abroad
Tour of the Globe transforms the Morris Center downtown into a global bazaar for an evening, allowing the Missouri State and Springfield communities to experience the diverse cultures represented by our students at Missouri State. Students showcase their home countries with traditional dress, food, dancing, games, art, and more. Key Details What: Tour of the Globe … [Read more...] about Tour of the Globe 2018
It is a common misconception that some majors cannot study away during the course of their program. These majors include those in the nursing/ biology programs, secondary education, and theater/dance. These programs do tend to have more strict guidelines as far as residency requirements and what classes you can and cannot take abroad, but that doesn't mean that you can't go … [Read more...] about How to fit Studying Away into your Major/ Degree of Study