Somehow, it's November.
How did that happen already?
It's true...we've rounded the halfway point of the quarter and are fast approaching the end of the year! Don't start singing "that one Mariah Carey song" though – there's still plenty going on before we wave goodbye to 2021.

In this month's newsletter, you'll find a metric tonne of information about studying abroad/away, scholarships, events, and more.

Check it out!

Also, an important note regarding UCSC's immunization policy:

Did you receive an email on November 1 from the Student Health Center indicating that an enrollment hold has been placed on your account? If so, you need to take immediate action to be able to register for Winter classes. Go here: Immunizations to learn exactly what to do. 

- The UCSC Global Learning Team
In this newsletter

  • International Education Week (IEW) is this week!
  • Other Upcoming Events
  • UCDC Application Deadline 11/26
  • Fund for Education Abroad - Applications Now Open!
  • Who Am I Abroad? (WHOA)
  • 2022 Frederick Douglass Global Fellowship
  • Program Exploration Tool
  • Where to Start with Study Abroad/Away (new Drop-in Advising hours!)
International Education Week
is this week! Nov 15-19
Join Global Engagement as we celebrate our sixth annual International Education Week (IEW) with both in-person and virtual events. Check out the full schedule of events and sign-up!
Other Upcoming Events
Global Mingle at Woodstock's Pizza
As part of International Education Week at UC Santa Cruz, Global Engagement will host a Global Mingle.

Date: Thursday, November 18
Time: 18:15 - 19:30
Location: Woodstock's Pizza (710 Front St, Santa Cruz, CA 95060)

All students, scholars, and family members are welcome. Pizza and salad will be provided. Beverages and other food items can be purchased individually.

Sign-up here so we can provide a count to Woodstock's Pizza. We request that all participants wear masks unless they are actively eating or drinking.
UCDC Program Spring 2022
Application Deadline - November 26
The UCDC (quarter in Washington, D.C.) Program supervises and supports students who pursue internships and academic study in the nation’s capital. The program is open to juniors and seniors (occasionally sophomores) in all majors through a competitive application process. Students enroll for fall, winter, or spring quarter, earning 12-18 course credits, and continue to be registered as full-time UCSC students. 
Students spend 24-32 hours each week at their internships. Washington, D.C. offers a wide array of internship possibilities, from working on Capitol Hill or in a government agency to interning for a major media outlet, a nonprofit organization, or a cultural institution.

If you're interested in applying to the UCDC program for Spring 2022, you have until November 26 to get your application in, but don't wait that long!

Schedule an appointment with an advisor or attend the upcoming info sessions to learn more:
Fund for Education Abroad (FEA)
Scholarship Applications Now Open
for Summer 2022, Fall 2022,
and Academic Year 2022-2023
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FEA invests in deserving U.S. undergraduates who are least likely to study abroad.

Applications are now open for students studying on programs during Summer 2022, Fall 2022, and Academic Year 22-23.

Submit no later than January 12, 2022, at 12 p.m. (Noon) Eastern.
Meghan Lamba
My name is Meghan and I am a Biomolecular Engineering student. I participated in the UCSC Exchange Program at the Technical University of Denmark (DTU) just outside of Copenhagen, Denmark. Studying abroad as a South Asian female in STEM was eye-opening...
Who Am I Abroad (WHOA) is a student series of videos and articles exploring the shifts in perception of the self while abroad or away. The purpose of these stories is to highlight the international and domestic experiences of students and staff in relation to their salient identities.

If you would like to be connected with a study abroad alum who has participated in your program or country of interest and shares your identity, please submit the Connect with Alumni Request Form, and we'll follow up with you by email.
2022 Frederick Douglass Global Fellowship
Applications Open for 2022!
The Fellowship honors the legacy of the abolitionist and statesman who himself traveled abroad in 1845 and experienced first-hand efforts to overcome religious injustice, gender injustice, and racial injustice. 

This Fellowship is a fully-funded summer study abroad program designed for students of color as part of CIEE’s commitment to open doors for all students from all backgrounds.
Program Exploration Tool
Not sure where you want to go or what you want to study? We got you.

The Program Explorer is a great place to start if you need a space to brainstorm ideas and create a wishlist.

To gain access, sign in to the Global Learning Portal and complete your profile.
Where to Start With Study Abroad/Away?
It can be intimidating when you're just starting to think about study abroad or away. There are a TON of options out there and it's difficult to know what your first steps should be. The Get Started webpage will walk you through the steps that you need to take.

If you'd rather talk to a human being, just schedule an appointment with an advisor or stop by the office during our drop-in advising hours. Check the link below for more details:
Global Learning
Classroom Unit, Room 103, Santa Cruz
CA 95064 United States