Fun Fact: The last month of the school year is actually twice as long as a normal month. That's science.
As we all take those deep breaths and start to plan out our summer nap schedules, let's take a moment to appreciate how much we've all grown this year. There's no denying it, this academic year has been a hard one. The pandemic has taken a toll on each of us in different ways, but today, take a minute to celebrate that you've made it through.

I'm willing to bet that after more than a year of social distancing, working from home, and the great toilet paper shortage, this summer is going to be one of the sweetest in a long time. While you're getting back to whatever "normal" feels like this summer, take some of that ample daydream time to think about studying abroad or away. Borders are already opening - you'll be able to show off your gelato-ordering skills in no time.

When you're ready to start planning, we'll be here to lend a hand. Until then, best of luck with the last push to the end of the year!

-The UCSC Global Learning Team
In this newsletter

  • I Dream of Travel Campaign
  • Join Global Learning on Discord
  • Scholarship Information & Deadlines
  • Who Am I Abroad? (WHOA)
  • Program Exploration Tool
  • Where to Get Started with Study Abroad/Away
Join the "I Dream of Travel" Campaign
*Amazon Gift Card Contest!*
We've entered the third and final month of “I Dream of Travel”, a virtual series of activities and entertainment to satisfy your wanderlust and spark inspiration for your future study abroad or away adventures.

We are giving away a $25 Amazon gift card to a randomly selected participant! Each time you participate, your name will be entered into the raffle (up to 5 times). The winner will be announced in early June.

 ** We're accepting submissions or these activities through the end of May! **

International Vision Board 
Make a vision board of your dream destinations! Send us a photo of your creation.

International Fare Share 
Here's something we all love.... food. Send us a photo of international fare (i.e. food) you have had recently.

Travel Goals Photo Contest 
Get creative and artificially superimpose yourself into a photo of your dream destination. Send us a photo of your travel goals.

Wanderlist 
Check out our study abroad alumni-recommended travel-themed Wanderlists for TV and Film and Books and Magazines. Send us a photo of you watching or reading one.

Follow our I Dream of Travel series on Instagram. We might feature your photo submission on our website/social media!
Join Global Learning on Discord!
We love finding new and exciting ways to share information, and we've launched a Discord server! Join us there to ask questions, chat with other students interested in or returning from study abroad/away, and much more. Join here.
Scholarship Information & Deadlines
There are many ways that you can save on the cost of studying abroad/away. Check out the Scholarships page of our website. There, you'll find important information about types of scholarships, advice on where to look and how to apply, and deadline information.
If you'd like more information, set up an appointment with one of our Global Learning Advisors to talk through it.
Marie DeShelter
Marie DeShelter, a Sociology and Feminist Studies major, discusses studying abroad in Denmark at the University of Copenhagen.
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 are an interested student and 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.
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’re not quite sure, if you’re feeling overwhelmed, or if you just need a space to brainstorm ideas and create a wishlist.

*To access the Program Explorer, you must be signed in to SlugsAbroad and have completed your Study Abroad Profile.
Where to Start With Study Abroad/Away?
It can be intimidating when you're just starting to think about study abroad/away. There are a TON of options out there and it's difficult to know what your first steps should be.

Lucky for you, the advisors at UCSC are basically the A-Team of study abroad (minus the van). The website will walk you straight through the steps that you need to take, and if you'd rather talk to a human being, just schedule an appointment with an advisor and they'll give you a helping hand.

All advisors now have virtual offices where you can find a ton of great resources and also schedule an appointment.

Check out our virtual offices:
Global Learning
Classroom Unit, Room 103, Santa Cruz
CA 95064 United States