INFORMATION SESSIONS
Throughout the academic year, the Office for International Programs (OIP) plans a number of study abroad related events. Attending study abroad information sessions, fairs and receptions is a great way to learn more about Loyola study abroad programs.
At study abroad events, you can pick up study abroad literature, talk to program representatives and chat with students who have participated in study abroad. Events are open to all Loyola University Chicago students.
- Information Sessions: John Felice Rome Center
- Information Sessions: The Beijing Center
- Study Abroad Fair
- Study Abroad 101
- Study Abroad 102
Study Abroad 101
OIP offers Study Abroad 101 sessions twice a week throughout the semester. The sessions cover essential study abroad information and will walk you through all the basic steps you need to consider in selecting the program most appropriate for your needs and interests. Topics include: determining eligibility, when to go abroad, academic policies, application process, cost and financial aid. Students only need to attend one session. 101s are mandatory for all students except those who are planning to attend the Rome Center.
Fall 2008:
Mondays: 4 - 4:30 p.m., Sullivan Center, Room 216
Tuesdays: 4 - 4:30 p.m., Sullivan Center, Room 216
Please Note- 101s will not be held on the following dates: September 1st, October 6th, October 7th, December 8th, December 9th
Study Abroad 102
Optional information sessions on various study abroad topics, called Study Abroad 102s, are available throughout the semester. It is recommended that students attend a 101 before attending a 102 session. The following topics will be offered this semester:
Fall 2008:
Topic: Financial Aid and Scholarships
- September 24th from 4:00pm-5:00pm
- October 9th from 4:00pm-5pm
Topic: Visa Application for Italy
- October 16th from 4:00pm-5:00pm
- November 5th from 4:00pm-5:00pm
Topic: You’ve Applied and Been Accepted-What’s Next?
- October 22nd from 4:00pm-5:00pm
- November 13th from 4:00pm-5:00pm
All 102s will be held in Sullivan Center, Room 216.
Information Sessions: John Felice Rome Center
These information sessions are offered to students interested in studying at the Rome Center for a year, semester or summer. Sessions last approximately 35 minutes and cover material related to the Rome Center.
To attend, please sign up in the OIP office at Sullivan Center, Room 206; or e-mail ccalvey@luc.edu .
Fall 2008 Rome Sessions:
Friday, September 5th from 2:00pm-3:00pm
Thursday, September 11th from 12pm-1pm
Thursday, September 18th from 2:00pm-3:00pm
Friday, September 26th from 1:00pm-2:00pm
Monday, September 29th from 10:00am-11:00am
Friday, October 17th from 2:00pm-3:00pm
Thursday, November 13th from 2:00pm-3:00pm
Friday, November 21st from 10:00am-11:00am
All sessions will be held in the Sullivan Center, Room 216.
INFORMATION SESSIONS: THE BEIJING CENTER
Find out more about Loyola's study abroad program in Beijing, China by attending an information session. At the sessions, a Beijing Center representative will show a video, distribute materials and be available to answer questions.
Fall 2008:
Monday, September 22nd
2:30pm-3:30pm
Sullivan Center, Room 216
Tuesday, September 23rd
12:30pm-1:30pm
Sullivan Center, Room 216
Study Abroad Fairs/Information Tables
The OIP will sponsor a Study Abroad Fair or Information Table on the Lake Shore and Water Tower Campus each semester. The fair is for students and others interested in learning more about Loyola study abroad programs. At the fair, you can talk with past participants, see amazing photos from around the world, talk with OIP staff members and program representatives, and pick up program literature. At the information table, you can pick up program literature and talk to a OIP representative.
Fall 2008:
Study Abroad Fair
Wednesday, September 17th
10am. - 3pm
Lobby- Quinlan Life Sciences Building
Lake Shore Campus
Study Abroad Information Table
Tuesday, September 16th
11am-3pm
Terry Student Center, 3rd Floor
Water Tower Campus
