Tag: Abroad
After spending 1st semester abroad, Discovery students look to transition back to campus
Syracuse University’s Discovery Program gives freshmen the opportunity to spend their first semester of college abroad, however, participants find the transition onto campus difficult. Read More »
Jeff Kofman discusses reporting on conflicts, gives advice on journalism field
Jeff Kofman spoke to students at the Joyce Hergenhan Auditorium about his Libyan Revolution coverage, for which he won an Emmy. Read More »
We are not doing enough to support Ukrainians
SU student Violetta Soboleva's held a sign saying "stop the war. Putin is Hitler," in hopes of generating more attention to Russia's invasion. Read More »
Degrees overseas: Why SU students should consider a semester abroad
Studying abroad allows students to step out of their comfort zone, immerse themselves in a new culture, and focus on regional academic interests. Read More »
SU Abroad plans to restart programs this summer, offers new scholarships
SU Abroad’s goal is to move forward with residential programming. Its abroad programs will continue to review public health and travel advisories. Read More »
SU Abroad cancels all spring 2021 in-person programs
Students can defer their spring 2021 abroad application and receive priority placement for summer 2021 or the fall 2021 programs without reapplying. Read More »
Map: See how coronavirus threatens SU Abroad programs
Coronavirus cases have been confirmed in countries with Syracuse University study abroad programs. Read More »
SU allocates $1 million in financial aid to abroad summer program
The $1 million in funding will support undergraduate students in several need categories. Read More »
Students abroad in Hong Kong finish semester in the US
SU canceled its abroad program on Nov. 13 due to protests and political unrest in the area. Students abroad in Hong Kong were given one week to find their plane tickets on their own. Read More »
SU ends Hong Kong abroad program after unrest
City University of Hong Kong, SU's partner university, has been the site of recent protests and violence, including a fire at one academic building. Read More »
Studying abroad doesn’t have to break the bank
Studying abroad is a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity, but it doesn’t have to be a blow to your wallet. Here’s how to take advantage of Syracuse University’s abroad programs to find which destination — and price tag — is the best fit for you. Read More »
SU Abroad urges students to submit early applications as interest rises
The Syracuse University Abroad Office has seen an increase in applications, receiving more than 1,300 this semester alone. Some students have been deferred to other programs as a result. Read More »
How 5 Scotsmen biked more than 3,000 miles to commemorate the victims of Pan Am Flight 103
Colin Dorrance was an 18-year-old police officer when Pan Am Flight 103 exploded over Lockerbie, Scotland. This year, after 30 years in the police force and the 30th anniversary of the disaster, Dorrance planned a 3,238-mile cycling journey from Lockerbie to Syracuse. Read More »
Discovery students adjust to life at SU after spending 1st semester abroad
Fifty Syracuse University freshmen studied abroad through the Discovery Program in Florence, Italy; Strasbourg, France; and Madrid, Spain. Read More »
Around the world and back with a Syracuse University faculty adviser
Danielle Benjamin's travel advice includes being open to leave a day early and remembering that it's never too late to book anything. Read More »
Remembrance Week panel addresses media coverage of Pan Am Flight 103 bombing
Several professors in the S.I. Newhouse School of Public Communications discussed media ethics and coverage of terrorist attacks during a panel Monday night as part of this year's Remembrance Week. Read More »
The 7 stages of dealing with loss... of your friends going abroad
Humor columnist Josh Feinblatt takes you step by step through the seven stages of grief when friends go abroad. He comes forward to let his readers know they are not alone. Read More »
Why some students spent a semester off campus — but didn’t go abroad
There are dozens of options to study abroad while at Syracuse University, but some off-campus options keep students in U.S. to focus on their future careers. Read More »
London’s food culture does not disappoint
Abroad columnist Saniya More describes London as a fusion hub of all culinary categories. Read More »
Attention tourists: When traveling abroad, make an effort to speak the native language
Abroad columnist Saniya More advises English-speaking travelers at least attempt to give foreign languages a try. Read More »
Scotland should remain part of the United Kingdom
Abroad columnist Saniya More argues the downside outweighs any positives that would stem from Scotland’s independence. Read More »
London’s best qualities show during response to tragedy
Abroad columnist Saniya More discusses London’s response to the Westminster attack and how it’s a testament to the city’s strength. Read More »
British news operates in a distinctive and different way, better than American news
Abroad columnist Saniya More writes of how American and British news streams differ, yet face similar challenges, in the 21st century. Read More »
The United Kingdom will begin leaving the EU on March 29
In the end, the only thing the Britons can do about Brexit is accept the changes and continue their lives, writes abroad columnist Saniya More. Read More »