Education Abroad Showcase
Thinking About Studying Abroad?
Open to students who are thinking about studying abroad or are about to, this series of events held in mid-September encourages you to engage with study abroad alumni and KSU on various topics in international education.
2025 Education Abroad Showcase
Through a lively schedule of events over a full week you’ll learn more about education abroad and participate in international activities on campus.
The schedule for the 2025 Education Abroad Showcase will be added soon. For now, you can see these events from 2024 for an idea of what to expect!
If you would like to submit an event for 2025, please use the Survey Link.
| Event | Time & Location | Event Information |
| Education Abroad Meet & Greet | 10:00 - 11:30 a.m. Location: Risman Plaza (outside KSU Student Center), near Crawford College of Business, and near Smith Hall | Say hello and grab some quick breakfast snacks with the Education Abroad Team! |
| Study Abroad in a Flash! Winter, Spring Break, and Summer Short-Term Programs | 4:00 - 4:30 p.m. | Interested in studying abroad and looking for a short-term program (1-3 weeks)? Join us to learn about the exciting Winter Break, Spring Break, and Summer programs available to you! These programs are perfect for everyone from Freshmen to Seniors, and several options are open to all majors! Pro tip: Winter and Spring Break programs are some of our most affordable education abroad options! |
| Event | Time & Location | Event Information |
| Exhibit of CAED Student work: Florence and Paris Programs | 8:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m. CAED 3rd Floor | Visit the College of Architecture and Environmental Design to view our students' studio work while studying abroad in Florence, Italy, and Paris, France. The exhibit will run until Monday, Sept. 23 at 9 am. |
| Chalking with Education Abroad | 10:00 - 11:00 a.m. Risman Plaza | Get in the spirit of the Education Abroad Showcase Week! Write or draw where you want to go, where you're from, or where you've been in chalk on Risman Plaza! |
| Financial Aid & Education Abroad (Virtual) | 10:00 - 10:45 a.m. | Come learn how you can use your financial aid to help pay for your education abroad experience. Learn what you need to do in order to use your current aid and about additional scholarship opportunities. |
| Paris Summer Institute Information Session | 1:30 - 2:30 p.m. | Interested in studying abroad in the gorgeous French capital for a summer? Join us to learn more about the exciting courses you can take at the Paris Summer Institute program! |
| Florence and Beyond: Taking Your Psychology Education Abroad | 2:00 - 3:00 p.m. Kent Hall 179 | With a little bit of planning, most psychology majors can study abroad and fulfil degree requirements during a fall, spring, or summer. Studying abroad is a fantastic opportunity to develop your perspective-taking and empathy for others. During this session, you will have the chance to ask questions about your specific situation and how and where you can explore your interests around the world. |
| Find Yourself in Florence Information Session | 4:00 - 5:00 p.m. Bowman 204 | Interested in studying abroad in Florence for a summer or full semester? Join us to learn about the Kent State Florence program. |
| Event | Time & Location | Event Information |
| Exhibit of CAED Student work: Florence and Paris Programs | 8:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m. CAED 3rd Floor | Visit the College of Architecture and Environmental Design to view our students' studio work while studying abroad in Florence, Italy, and Paris, France. The exhibit will run until Monday, Sept. 23 at 9 am. |
| Education Abroad Expo | 11:00 - 1:00 p.m. Location: DI Hub 2nd Floor | Take a world tour at the Education Abroad Expo! Learn about study abroad opportunities and resources while trying snacks from around the world. |
| Global Health Immersion in Geneva, Switzerland | 12:00 - 1:00 p.m. Register here to be sent the meeting link. | The Global Health Immersion course provides a unique opportunity for those studying public health to spend a summer in Europe, soaking up new cultures and enhancing your knowledge of international health policy and practices. Attend this information session to learn more! |
| Financial Aid & Education Abroad | 1:30 - 2:15 p.m. Location: Oscar Ritchie Hall 146 | Come learn how you can use your financial aid to help pay for your education abroad experience. Learn what you need to do in order to use your current aid and about additional scholarship opportunities. |
| CCI Gelato Day | 1:30 - 2:30 p.m. 340 Franklin | Have a taste for travel? Come get a free mini scoop of gelato and learn how CCI Explore can help you see the world. |
| Event | Time & Location | Event Information |
| Exhibit of CAED Student work: Florence and Paris Programs | 8:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m. CAED 3rd Floor | Visit the College of Architecture and Environmental Design to view our students' studio work while studying abroad in Florence, Italy, and Paris, France. The exhibit will run until Monday, Sept. 23 at 9 am. |
| Study in South Korea Information Session | 11:00 - 12:00 p.m. White Hall 100 | Join this session to learn about program options in Korea for summer, fall, and spring! |
| Find Yourself in Florence Information Session (Virtual) | 12:00 - 1:00 p.m. | Interested in studying abroad in Florence for a summer or full semester? Join us to learn about the Kent State Florence program. |
| Florence Health Institute Showcase | 12:00 - 1:00 p.m. Register here to be sent the meeting link. | Attend this information session to learn more about the Florence Health Institute in Italy. This interprofessional one-month summer education abroad experience allows students pursuing careers in health-related fields to earn seven credits as they study and experience firsthand the healthcare differences between the United States and Europe. In addition to your lectures, you'll have the opportunity to tour health facilities and learn from experts in the field. |
| Study abroad in Germany: Freie Universitat Berlin | 1:00 p.m. Password: UMvKpkgb423 | Learn about the Freie Universitat Berlin European Studies Program! Study for a semester in the fall or spring while taking humanities courses in English. Students also take a German language course. Excellent for Political Science, International Studies, History, and German Language majors. |
| CCI Gelato Day | 1:30 - 3:00 p.m. Taylor Hall Advising Center, First Floor | Have a taste for travel? Come get a free mini scoop of gelato and learn how CCI Explore can help you see the world. |
| Gilman Scholarship Writing Workshop | 1:30 - 3:00 p.m. | The Gilman Scholarship is an opportunity for students who receive a Pell Grant with their financial aid package to apply for additional funding for their education abroad experience. Join this writing workshop to learn more about the Gilman Scholarship and avoid staring at a blank Word doc! |
| Developing a Faculty-Led Education Abroad Program | 3:00 - 4:00 p.m. | Are you a faculty or staff member interested in leading a short-term program abroad? Learn more about developing a faculty-led program in this step-by-step presentation! |
| Global Community Hour | 3:00 - 4:30 p.m. Pepsi Leadership Center, Kent State Student Center | International and American students are invited to come together for an afternoon of games, conversation, and friendship! Light refreshments provided. |
| First Time Traveler: A Guide to Going Abroad | 4:00 - 5:00 p.m. Location: Bowman 220 | Thinking about studying abroad and worried about not having much (or any) travel experience? From deciding which education abroad program is the best fit for you to applying for a passport, deciding what to pack, navigating airports and more, join the Education Abroad team for tips and resources to prepare you as an adaptable and organized first-time traveler. Whether you've never left your hometown or have traveled before and you're looking for some extra guidance, we're here to help! |
| Event | Time & Location | Event Information |
| Exhibit of CAED Student work: Florence and Paris Programs | 8:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m. CAED 3rd Floor | Visit the College of Architecture and Environmental Design to view our students' studio work while studying abroad in Florence, Italy, and Paris, France. The exhibit will run until Monday, Sept. 23 at 9 am. |
| School of Fashion Study Away Day | 9:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m. Murphy Auditorium | All fashion students planning to study away/abroad are encouraged to come to the annual Study Away Day to hear about updates, new programs, and information about the 7 destinations for fashion students. It will be in Murphy Auditorium in the Kent State Museum on the 2nd floor from 9 am-3 pm. It will also be live-streamed. |
| Study in Japan Panel Discussion | 10:30 a.m. - 12:00 p.m. Bowman 219 | Are you thinking about studying abroad in Japan? Hear from past participants of our summer, semester, and academic year programs and ask them your burning questions! |
| Teaching English as a Foreign Language (TEFL) Certificate Program | 11:00 a.m. - 1:00 p.m. Satterfield 115 | Please join the TEFL Certificate program coordinator, practicum advisors and KSU students who have already earned the TEFL Certificate for a showcase of the Teaching English as a Foreign Language (TEFL) Certificate Program. We will discuss program features, such as the 4 core classes, your personal KSU roadmap, and the hands-on teaching practicum held in Florence, Italy, at KSU's Florence campus. Speak with past participants and receive answers to any questions you might have. Thanks for joining us! |
| Gilman Scholarship Writing Workshop | 2:30 - 4:00 p.m. Bowman 124 | The Gilman Scholarship is an opportunity for students who receive a Pell Grant with their financial aid package to apply for additional funding for their education abroad experience. Join this writing workshop to learn more about the Gilman Scholarship and avoid staring at a blank Word doc! |
Would You Like to Help Run an Event?
If you’re interested in showcasing your study abroad experience or culture by hosting an event or volunteering to help out behind the scenes and gain hands-on project management experience, then contact Education Abroad by either phone or email. We look forward to hearing from you!
Email: edabroad@kent.edu
Phone: 1-330-672-7980