World Knowledge
How many events do you have to complete to earn your World Knowledge badge?
5
Who coordinates the Study Abroad Prep badge?
Esha
What does completion of the Intercultural Friendship badge signify?
The Intercultural Friendship badge signifies that you have developed a connection with at least one person from a culture different from your own.
What school in the U.S. was the first to do a study abroad program?
UD!!
Who coordinates the World Knowledge badge?
Kalli
How many events/activities must you complete in order to earn your Study Abroad Prep badge?
5
Who coordinates the Intercultural Friendship badge?
Dana
When was the first study abroad program at UD?
1923
What is the goal of completing the World Knowledge badge?
To signify you have expanded your knowledge of other cultures and countries.
Who should you meet with before planning your study abroad program?
Your Academic Advisor and Student Financial Services
What program should you apply for to complete your Intercultural Friendship badge?
The ELI American Host Partner Program (AHPP)
Where did the first group of study abroad students at UD go to?
France
How many International Coffee Hours can you attend toward completion of your World Knowledge badge?
1
What does completion of the Study Abroad Prep badge signify?
The Study Abroad Preparation badge signifies that you have acquired skills needed to navigate a successful experience abroad.
True/False
There is always space to join AHPP.
False.
There is limited space available depending on how many International students are in the program.
Roughly what percent of UD undergrad students study abroad?
More than 30%
What are some examples of events and/or activities that count towards completion of the World Knowledge badge?
Attend one of the events on the Diplomats calendar listed as a World Knowledge Badge event
Read a local newspaper, publication, article, or book
Attend a guest lecture or webinar with a global focus.
Interview someone (family member, professor, other student, etc.) who is from another country or culture.
Take a virtual tour of a museum.
Make a recipe from another culture. Make sure to share pictures and tell us how it went!
When should you apply for/renew your passport?
ASAP
When is the deadline to apply for the AHPP this fall?
October 15th (That's next Friday!)
What is significant about next school year (2022-23)?
It will be 100 years since the first study abroad program at UD (and the U.S.!) was launched