February 5
Deadline for undergraduate students receiving incomplete grades in a previous semester to submit the coursework
February 18
First progress grades reporting deadline (30th class day)
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February 26
Last day to drop a class with a "W" grade (36th class day -
Mid-point of semester
) 5:00 p.m.
March 8
Last day to apply for May 2019 degree via myState with $50 fee
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Cliffs of Moher, Ireland – Claire Travis
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Has your student considered studying abroad but been afraid to take the leap? In this newsletter, we will highlight MSU’s study abroad options along with competencies gained through traveling and studying abroad.
When students study abroad they have a unique and invaluable opportunity to expand their horizons and gain a new perspective of the world, all while being immersed in a new culture. Students who study abroad develop intercultural communication and problem-solving skills that cannot be learned at home. Students also strengthen their ability to overcome challenges while living in a new culture and speaking a different language. Finally, when your student studies abroad, their employment prospects are enhanced because the value of their degree increases based on this experience.
We hope you will take a moment to understand what MSU’s Office of Study Abroad can offer your student. Need more information on the subject? Feel free to visit their website by clicking below. You can also contact them by phone; their staff is eager to serve our students!
Office of Study Abroad
Annika Campbell and Annie Carr
662.325.8929
As always, please do not hesitate to call or email us with any questions or concerns. We are available to help you navigate through our available resources.
Hail State!
Cat Walker and Becky Faulk
Office of Parent & Family Services
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We will be hosting
Tailgates and Tees
on
February 23, 2019.
Register today by visiting
family.msstate.edu
. Registration will close on February 15th.
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ANNOUNCEMENTS & REMINDERS
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Students still searching for the right place to live next year are encouraged to join us for the 2019 Housing Fair! Participants will have the opportunity to meet with representatives from local properties and apartment communities in one convenient location. Be sure to check out
ocss.msstate.edu
to learn information about living off-campus.
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Center for Student Activities
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There is always something going on around campus
for students to get involved in.
Be sure to remind your student to visit the
Center for Student Activities
calendar or visit
OrgSync to view events going on all over campus.
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Center for Student Success
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Looking back on last semester can teach students a number of important lessons moving forward. No matter the kind of grades your student received for the Fall 2018 semester, each class and experience gives your student more knowledge on how to be successful in college. This might be a realization that missing just a few classes really DOES make a difference at the end of the semester. Students may also have a better idea that they really DO have to study ahead of time for that confusing class. Finally, students should be able to understand that it’s OK TO ASK FOR HELP!
Reminders to share with your student:
- Go to class
- Study more. Study better.
- ASK FOR HELP- Teachers, Advisors, Navigators, Resources, etc.
If you ever feel like your student needs an extra nudge to help with ANYTHING, please don’t hesitate to contact our offices. Your student’s success is our mission!
Laura Dunn
Interim Director
Center for Student Success
662.325.3181
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Students interested in learning more about obtaining an internship are encouraged to visit the Career Center in Montgomery Hall. Internships are a great way for students to get an inside glimpse of an occupation, company, or industry. Students typically complete internships during the summer months following their sophomore and junior years.
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Dropping a class could cost your student financially. Before your student drops a class, make sure your student will not lose:
Scholarships - Will they have enough hours to keep their scholarship? Not sure? They can check their scholarship award letter or call 662.325.3076.
Financial Aid - Will dropping a class cause them to lose all or a part of their financial aid? Completing 15 hours is required for in-state students receiving aid from the State of Mississippi (MTAG, HELP, etc.). Dropping below 12 hours could reduce or cause the loss of federal financial a
id. To find out if aid will be impacted, please call 662.325.2450.
On-time Graduation - Will dropping a class keep your student in school an extra semester? An extra semester may cost thousands in additional tuition and living expenses.
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Students who plan to graduate in May must apply for graduation by March 8. Degree applicants must have their MSU account balances paid in full, prior to the graduation ceremony.
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11:00 a.m. - 2 p.m.
Each February in Mississippi’s College Town, we chase away the winter chills with a taste-off of delicious soups from local restaurants in the popular SOUPer BOWL!
Local eateries present their best and most innovative soup recipes and ticket-holders vote on which concoctions deserve to be among the hottest in Starkville! In addition, restaurants compete to win over the judges’ taste buds to be awarded the coveted annual Best Soup award.
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Don't forget to visit us on social media and at
family.msstate.edu.
Make sure you mention
#MSStateFamily
when you make a post.
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STUDY ABROAD PROGRAMS AT MSU
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Toledo, Spain - Haylee Burge
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Faculty-led Programs
These courses are designed and led by MSU faculty members where students receive MSU credit. Comprised of mostly MSU students, these courses are taught in groups abroad. Faculty-led program offerings change annually, and updated lists of faculty-led programs are usually released six to eight months prior to each program’s start date. These programs are short-term programs over the summer or spring break and range in length from one to ten weeks.
Exchange Partners
MSU students enroll directly at the host institution and receive transfer credit at MSU while paying tuition to MSU. Students maintain their student status at MSU during these programs. Some exchange programs are open only to students of a particular major. It is not always required to speak the language of the host country to study abroad at the host institution. Many universities have some or all coursework in English. These programs are long-term programs, either a semester or an academic year, with the option to extend.
Provider Companies
These programs are organized by an outside company working directly with universities abroad. MSU is partnered with 6 different companies to offer an even larger selection of programs than just those through the Faculty-led and Exchange options. Programs are comprised of students from across the United States. Classes are often taught in English; however, students with sufficient knowledge of a foreign language may choose to take foreign language courses and/or courses instructed in a foreign language. Students maintain their student status at MSU and receive transfer credit at MSU for courses taken abroad. These companies have options for both short (summer) and long-term programs (semester/academic year).
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London, England - Justin Matthews
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- Enhanced awareness of cultures and customs
- Adaptability
- Ability to identify and achieve goals
- General improvement in communication skills
- Increased confidence and initiative
- Greater flexibility
- Awareness of global, economic and political issues
- Increased language acquisition
- Comfort with uncertainty
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- Ability to maintain an open mind and be tolerant of others
- Clarification of goals and improved self-awareness
- Resource management
- Organizational problem solving
- Crisis management
- Listening and observation
- Increased independence and self-reliance
- Stronger time-management skills
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The safety, security, and well-being of study abroad program participants are of utmost importance to MSU, the International Institute, and the Office of Study Abroad.
All students complete an application, which includes health information and emergency contact information. Students are required to complete an Outbound Orientation, purchase adequate international health and emergency assistance insurance, and register through the Department of State.
The Office of Study Abroad also emphasizes to students, faculty, and parents that all program participants must take responsibility for their own safety and security just as they would in their home communities.
To ensure added safety and health measures are taken, the Office of Study Abroad closely monitors U.S. State Department (DOS) Travel Advisories and Country Specific Risk Indicators at all times. Regular reviews of reports by the Overseas Security Advisory Council (OSAC), the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) and World Health Organization (WHO), as well as information provided by trusted security analysis services, local governments and media outlets are also made.
Rest assured, your students will be in good hands!
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Valparaiso, Chile - Sarah Kleinwechter
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Global Sports, Entertainment and Culture in South Korea
MSU undergraduate and graduate students are invited to a fun-filled educational opportunity to experience sport and entertainment industry in South Korea. This 2-week faculty-led Maymester program will provide hands-on experiential learning experience of global sports and entertainment and help build students’ resume with international experience.
The program will feature global sport experience by visiting 2018 Olympic venues, attending professional sports, experiencing industry trends (i.e., virtual sports, and e-sports); cross-cultural education by collaborating with Korean university students on a project; and cultural exploration by visiting a K-pop museum, historic sites, and a Demilitarized Zone.
Students seeking additional information about this once in a lifetime experience can contact Dr. Soyoun Lim at
s.lim@msstate.edu
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My experience in Spain was absolutely life-changing. I gained a new perspective on life and new motivation to live my life to the fullest. I made life-long friends and traveled every second I could. There is so much beauty in this world, and I now want to explore every inch of it. There are so many wonderful scholarships available for studying abroad, so do not worry about the money. Sending your child abroad will give them a new appreciation for life and other cultures. It sounds scary now, but you will not regret it!
Sara Ann Wages
Madrid, Spain - Spring 2018
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I have been on two study abroad programs with Mississippi State University. Both were agriculturally based and rewarding. I was able to see similarities and differences and realized it’s not about making a choice but gaining understanding. Studying abroad is not just about extending the classroom experience. It’s not just about exploring other cultures. It’s about us growing as a world and about us growing as individuals. If you are unsure about study abroad, I would encourage you to talk to students who have traveled abroad and explore travel options with shorter timelines.
Millie Aldridge
Guatemala - Spring Break 2017
New Zealand - Summer 2018
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Life is about experiences. My study abroad experience is the best experience of my life so far. I visited Amsterdam, Netherlands; Munich, Germany; Budapest, Hungary; and Werfen, Austria; all of which offered new and diverse perspectives on culture, food, art, and music. I had the pleasure of making these memories traveling with my classmates, some of whom are now life-long friends.
Blake Lowman
Munich, Germany - Summer 2018
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My experience studying in Budapest, Hungary was INCREDIBLE!! I learned so much about the city, European history, and myself. I also was able to travel almost every weekend and experience so many new things and see so many beautiful places! I don’t think there will be an easier time for us to see the world than as a college student and study abroad takes care of a lot of the logistical factors. If you’re worried about money, seek scholarship opportunities because there are so many. Any of your questions can be cleared up by going to the Office of Study Abroad and there are so many extra opportunities for scholarships. The office is very concerned about student safety and in my experience with a provider company they are too! This is a huge growing experience at a pivotal time in your student's life so really work with your student and together you both can get to a place where each of you are comfortable study abroad.
Amber Woolam
Budapest, Hungary - Spring 2018
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I knew studying abroad could help me learn more about how other cultures live so that I could expand my perspective of other people’s lives. I loved being fully submerged into a new culture. Studying outside of the classroom in a different country gives more experience than a classroom will ever be able to provide. I was only in Thailand for a short period of time but I learned so much. Studying abroad can prepare students for future moments of change and uncertainty by pushing them out of their comfort zones into something new.
Andrea Crawford
Thailand - Summer 2017
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Agriculture in New Zealand
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QUESTIONS
Please contact the
Office of Study Abroad (OSA) by calling
662.325.8929 between 8:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m.
Facebook and Instagram:
@msustudyabroad
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Office of Parent and Family Services | 662.325.3611 | family@msstate.edu
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