One office that helps Stevens students learn around the world is the Office of International Programs. On January 25, the department hosted the Study Abroad Fair in the Babbio Atrium. Several companies and organizations that send students abroad to study presented to students interested in learning outside the country. A representative of The Stute attended the fair and spoke with Susan Rachouh, Director of International Programs.
The fair was on Wednesday, January 25, in the Babbio Atrium. Many different programs around the world presented options for students interested in spending either a winter session, semester, or summer at an international institution while still receiving credit here at Stevens. Some, like the Institute for the International Education of Students, are non-profits that host students at different universities. Others, like the Queen Mary University of London, are specific schools or exchange programs. The fair also included student volunteers who work for the international programs office or have studied abroad during their time here at Stevens. Full-time staff members of international programs were present and available for questions and assistance.
Rachouh, the event organizer, was proud to host such an event. She emphasized the importance of the fair in spreading information quickly since the office is small and has limited staff. Rachouh continued, “a study abroad fair raises the profile of our programs and the office.” By attending the fair, Rachouh hoped they could “answer questions about the programs, cities, and countries to help [students] get a feel for where they might like to go.”
At the study abroad fair, international programs also launched their new, updated website. In the past, the office’s website was slated to be updated, and with the Stevens rebranding, these past few months provided a great opportunity. Rachouh explained, “the new website is a much more user-friendly system for our students to both explore programs as well as to apply for programs. […] It’s intuitive and designed for ease of access.”
The study abroad program is a great opportunity for Stevens students to explore the world, learn more, and make memories that will last a lifetime. The office of international programs recommends all interested students check out their new website, reach out directly to the office to ask questions, or attend one of their information sessions, held weekly at 3 p.m. on Wednesdays in Babbio 321.
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