Other News


Check back early fall 2022 semester for other news from the Office of Global Engagement!


International Business Week 2022

Breakfast with Caleb Nicholson

International Principal Talent Partner at Chick-fil-A

April 6th, 8:30-9:30am
Correll 402


Deadline to register: Wednesday, March 23
Register at: bit.ly/3MbWRtl


Keynote Address

Delivered by Caleb Nicholson
UGA Alumnus and International Principal Talent Partner at Chick-fil-A

April 6th, 3:30pm-4:30pm
Stelling Study


Deadline to register: Wednesday, March 23
Register at: bit.ly/35n2hkr

 

Travel Photo Contest

Deadline to Submit: Wednesday, March 30

Share your favorite travel photos at bit.il/35mwSyJ for a chance to win!


Georgia International Leadership Conference 2022

Registration for our GILC 2022 is FREE this year!

We're looking forward to an exciting virtual conference, April 13, 2022, exploring the theme, "Onward & Upward!" 

Join us for an exciting weekend of:

  • Speakers
  • Cultural Simulations
  • Themed Discussions
  • Networking
  • Personal & Professional Development


Session Proposals & Registration Now Open!
Presentations at GILC are set up to be a welcoming and inviting environment where students can share their knowledge, ideas, and culture with other students. Not only is presenting a great resume builder, it provides students with an opportunity to get out of their comfort zone!

We recommend every student submit a proposal, and we encourage all types of presentations, such as:

  • Videos
  • Interactive Workshops
  • Knowledge Sharing/Lectures
  • and many more! (endless possibilities) 

Submit a Session Proposal Here

Peer Leader Applications are Open!
Serving as a GILC Peer Leader gives students the opportunity to work closely and network with a variety of students and staff in the international education community. The GILC Peer Leader program is a one of kind experience that allows veteran students the opportunity to engage, contribute and enhance a conference that impacted them in the past.

Submit a Peer Leader Application Here

Contact the GILC Leadership Team Here


2022 International Street Festival

Saturday, April 9th, 12-5pm

Tate Student Center Plaza and Lawns

45 Baxter Street, Athens, GA

For more information, please visit: isl.uga.edu


Join Education Abroad Ambassadors

Interested in sharing your study abroad experience with others and connecting with other returned study abroad students? Get involved with the Education Abroad Ambassadors! EA Ambassadors serve to promote and support students interested in study abroad experiences, support the efforts of the UGA Office of Global Engagement, and seek to further student interest in international educational experiences through their interaction with fellow students.

 

APPLY NOW

 


Peace Corps Week 2022: Meet the Moment

Peace Corps Week will take place from February 27 to March 5, 2022. This year's theme is Peace Corps Week 2022: Meet the Moment.


UGA Mentor Program

The UGA Mentor Program offers a way for students to connect with UGA Alumni, Faculty, and Staff personally and professionally to help build their network and grow as individuals. Students are able to choose their mentor through our platform and can search for mentors using different criteria such as Industry, Title, Major, Degree, Race/Ethnicity, Gender Identity, Country of Origin, City of Residence, and much more. We have 3,700+ mentors across the globe for students to choose from. Visit mentor.uga.edu to register today!


AIESEC

AIESEC at UGA is the local committee of one of the largest student-led nonprofit organizations in the world. AIESEC connects youth to leadership development opportunities abroad, such as volunteer experiences and internships. Our organization at UGA facilitates international exchanges and develops professional skills, such as nonprofit management, working with a team, and building cross-cultural connections. By joining AIESEC, you can develop yourself and future leaders through life-changing international experiences as part of a global organization of students. Apply to join our amazing team by 11:59 PM on January 26 at this link: aiesecus.org/join And check out our Instagram, @lc_uga!