Pre-Departure Workshops

Pre-Departure Workshops

Get ready to go abroad by our pre-departure workshops to get tips, tricks, and support before you embark on an adventure overseas! See all of them below!

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Unpacking Budgeting Abroad: How to Make Your Money Last
Group of Students on a boat exploring the Amazon river with a guide

Learn tips and tricks to budgeting for traveling abroad as a student. This workshop will review subjects such as study abroad or GlobalWorks internship budgets, how exchange rates and foreign currencies work across different countries, and how to figure out how to cover your costs abroad. 

When: April 8, 2026, 12:00-1:00 p.m.

Where: 103 Peterson Hall

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Resources

Budgeting Abroad PowerPoint Slides

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http://calendar.uoregon.edu/event/navigating-mental-wellness-abroad-7832First-Time Travelers: Essential Tools for Thriving Abroad
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Embark on your first international trip with confidence! This student-centered workshop will focus on addressing students' questions about traveling abroad alone for the first time, featuring a discussion where students can express their concerns, share what excites them about their destination, and strategize solutions to potential challenges. Key topics we will explore include concerns about first-time travel, managing uncertainty, and identifying additional resources needed before the trip.

When: April 15, 2026, 12:00-1:00 p.m.

Where: 103 Peterson Hall

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First-Time Abroad PowerPoint Slides

Department of State Travel Checklist

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Navigating Mental Wellness Abroad
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Adjusting to life in a new country comes with both excitement and challenges. This workshop explores strategies for maintaining your mental health while abroad, including managing culture shock, building routines, and finding support systems. Learn how to stay grounded and make the most of your experience.

During this presentation, you will learn about common challenges students face and discover self-care strategies and best practices for wellness. You'll also hear from former students who have studied abroad as they share their experiences.

When: April 28, 2026, 12:00–1:00 p.m.

Where: 184 PLC Hall

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Navigating Mental Wellness Abroad Slides

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Unpacking Race, Ethnicity, and Identity Abroad
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Join us for an interactive conversation about student identities in a global context. A panel of study abroad alumni will reflect on their experiences navigating and expressing intersecting identities while abroad. 

When: May 6, 2026, 1:00–2:00 p.m.

Where: 348 McKenzie Hall

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Race, Ethnicity, and Identity Slides

 

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From the World to the Workplace: Leveraging Your Global Experience
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Use your experience studying or interning abroad to boost your career! In this interactive workshop, you'll learn how to identify and articulate the valuable skills you gain while abroad — from cross-cultural communication to problem-solving. Discover how to effectively showcase these experiences on your resume and confidently discuss them in job interviews.

When: May 14, 2026, 1:00–2:00 p.m.

Where: 121 McKenzie Hall

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Career Readiness Slides

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OUT and About: Navigating LGBTQIA+ Experiences Abroad
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Get ready to set out on your own international adventure with "OUT and About: Navigating LGBTQ+ Experiences Abroad"! Hear from your queer peers at our alumni panel where we'll explore the colorful journey of studying abroad as part of the LGBTQ+ community. From discovering queer-friendly destinations to overcoming cultural barriers, our panelists will share their adventures, challenges, and triumphs. Whether you're dreaming of your next international escapade or gearing up for your own study abroad adventure, this lively discussion promises to inspire, inform, and celebrate the diverse experiences of LGBTQ+ students exploring the world. 

When: May 21, 2026, 1:00–2:00 p.m.

Where: 345 McKenzie Hall

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OUT and About Slides

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GEO Spring Mixer
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Meet other students preparing to go abroad this summer at this casual, social event. Connect, share plans, ask questions, and start building your global community before departure. Snacks, conversation, and good vibes included.

When: May 28, 2026, 1:00–3:00 p.m.
Where: Tykeson Commons

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