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UCalgary International Go Global Month

 

 

It's time to Go Global!

Go Global Month is an annual event covering approximately the first month of the fall semester. During this month, there are a ton of opportunities for you to engage with the UCalgary International office and learn about how you can engage with global learning during your degree.

 

Get Involved at Go Global

  • Check out the Events Calendar to learn about upcoming info sessions, held both online and on campus! Info sessions are a great way to learn about specific programs and meet representatives from UCalgary's partner institutions around the world. 
  • Come to Drop-in Zoom Advising to talk with a Global Learning Ambassador! From October 18 to November 12 2021, drop-in advising will be offered every Monday & Tuesday from 1 PM - 4 PM, Wednesday & Thursday from 10 AM - 1 PM, and Friday from 11 AM - 3 PM. This is a great way to learn about all of the available programs, get your initial questions answered, and plan your next steps.
  • Follow us @UCalgaryAbroad on Instagram, Facebook, or Twitter to be the first to know about new events, contests, and more!
  • Finally, despite the name, rest assured that you don't only have one month to go global. We offer unique programs year-round and encourage you to connect with us at any point, wherever you are in your global learning journey. 

Watch on-demand

Did you miss an info session? Not to worry! In the sections below, you can find recordings for the info sessions we hosted during Go Global Month.

*All videos have been captioned - some manually, some auto-captioned. If you have any questions, please do not hesitate to contact us.

Global Learning opportunities for your faculty

Faculty of Arts

Faculty of Science

General information sessions related to Global Learning

Opportunities for international research both abroad and at home, with stories from past students

Advice for building mental resiliency while travelling, presented by Duncan (a past Study Abroad participant)

Professional advantages of studying abroad, career tips, and the personal experiences of UCalgary alumni

Opportunities for studying or doing undergraduate research in Germany

Learn how to bring another person with you abroad, and hear from past students who went abroad together

Representatives from Durham, Exeter, Glasgow, Kent, Liverpool & Sheffield talk about exchanges in the UK

Information sessions for Global Learning programs offered in 2022/23

University of Groningen

University of Groningen

Once a regional powerhouse of the Netherlands, Groningen can be traced back to the 3rd century A.D. Today, the city has the largest student population per capita in the Netherlands and the university is among the top 100 worldwide. They offer a wide variety of courses but are best-known for Geography, Urban Studies, & Spatial Sciences.

Watch info session on the program page

USA Exchanges

USA Exchanges

Through the National Student Exchange (NSE) exchange consortium, students can access a vast diversity of culture and geography in universities across 48 states, the District of Columbia & 3 US island territories. Info sessions this month focused on themes such as Historically Black Colleges & Universities, Sports Schools, and LGBTQ+ Students. 

Watch recorded videos from the program page

University of Stuttgart

University of Stuttgart

Described as "Das neue Herz Europas" (the new heart of Europe), Stuttgart embraces old-world charm alongside its growth as a hub of high-tech development & innovation, and is in the Top 9 for German technical universities. Schulich students can access a Fall/Winter semester exchange, while students from all faculties can join Stuttgart's Summer School.

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The Washington Center Internship Program

The Washington Center Internship Program

The world-renowned Washington Center for Internships and Academic Seminars gives students an edge for future professional employment, offering both in-person internships & virtual placements. Earn 9 units of UCalgary credit! Arts co-op students can also take this program as a co-op placement with an additional 3 units. 

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University of Bamberg

University of Bamberg

Founded in 1647, Otto-Friedrich-Universität Bamberg has about 12000 students, with most of the university’s buildings located in the heart of the historic Old Town of Bamberg. It offers a variety of English & German-taught courses and is popular for social sciences, especially political science.

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Örebro University

Örebro University

Located in central Sweden with easy train connections, historic medieval sites, a thriving arts & culture scene, and dense wilderness perfect for outdoor recreation, Örebro is a great city to use as your base for exploring the Nordic lifestyle! They offer a wide selection of English-taught courses in humanities, sciences, kinesiology, and other areas.

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Hawai'i Art Photography

Hawai'i Art Photography

Led by award-winning photographer Denis Gadbois, this program combines introductory-level art composition with panorama photography. Immerse yourself in beautiful landscapes & streetscapes of Hawai'i as you develop technical photography skills! This program runs from June 4-18, 2022 and offers credit for 3 UCalgary courses.

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Community Building through Meaningful Collaboration

Community Building through Meaningful Collaboration

Encompassing anthropology & development studies, this program introduces you to community development undertaken by the Ainu (Indigenous people in Hokkaido, Japan) and the historical transition of the Ainu-Japanese relationship. This program runs from June 4-18, 2022 and offers credit for 3 UCalgary courses.

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Italian Language and Culture

Italian Language and Culture

Designed for all language levels, this program is an opportunity to experience life in Perugia. Spend your days studying Italian culture and your evenings perusing traditional coffee shops & medieval piazzas, with field trips to cities like Assisi, Bologna, and Rome! This program runs from May 1-June 2, 2022 and offers credit for 2 UCalgary courses.

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Belize Primatology

Belize Primatology

Building on 20+ years of research, this long-standing field school takes you to Monkey River, a traditional Creole village in the Belizean forest. Learn the fundamentals of wild primate research design with first-hand observation of howler monkeys! This program runs from May 2-24 and offers credit for 4 UCalgary courses.

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Passport to Spanish Culture

Passport to Spanish Culture

Located a short distance from Madrid, the historical centre of Alcalá de Henares is one of UNESCO’s World Heritage Sites. Immerse yourself in this culturally rich city as you study language & culture at one of Spain's oldest universities. All levels of Spanish are welcome! This program runs from May 3-31 and offers credit for 3 UCalgary courses.

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Tropical Biodiversity and Conservation

Tropical Biodiversity and Conservation

Gain experience in observation, data collection, and analysis of local flora & fauna in Belize. This will be supplemented by studies of global biodiversity patterns, tropical ecology, conservation efforts, and anthropogenic effects on the tropical landscape. This program runs from May 9-29 and offers credit for 2 UCalgary courses.

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Universidad de San Francisco de Quito

Universidad de San Francisco de Quito

As the most biodiverse country on earth, there’s nowhere else you can hike the Andean mountains and end up in the Amazon rainforest in the same day! USFQ offers a variety of liberal arts & science courses at the main campus in Quito, and a hands-on ecology program in the Galapagos Islands.

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The History of Ireland

The History of Ireland

With an interdisciplinary approach using theology, gender studies, and military history, this program examines places & spaces of authority in Ireland and how Irish women shaped sociopolitical developments since the beginning of its recorded history. This program runs from May 6-25 and offers credit for 2 UCalgary courses.

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Urban Political Economies in the Southern Cone

Urban Political Economies in the Southern Cone

Embrace a feminist and de-colonial analysis of Buenos Aires as you investigate neoliberalism in Argentina, including how economic reforms were imposed and the cracks & fissures that have since made space for it to take new forms. This program runs from July 7-August 20 and offers credit for 2 UCalgary courses.

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Community & Sustainable Development in Nepal

Community & Sustainable Development in Nepal

Engage with Nepalese scholars, students, and community leaders to gain an understanding of key development issues. Unique cultural opportunities include learning Nepali language, meditation, dance, and cooking! This virtual program runs from May 3-31 and offers credit for 2 UCalgary courses.

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Maya Archaeology and Ecology

Maya Archaeology and Ecology

Take a multidisciplinary approach to the study of rainforest ecology & Mayan cultural heritage, with the unique chance to work alongside researchers at the Yaxnohcah Archaeological Project. Students in all faculties are welcome! This program runs from May 4-18 and offers credit for 2 or 3 UCalgary courses.

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Corporate Law Summer Institute

Corporate Law Summer Institute

Successful Canadian companies are oriented towards international markets and rely on their lawyers to assist them in operating around the world. Gain exposure to the world's best legal & economic institutions in London! This program runs from August 5-28 and offers credit for 2 UCalgary courses.

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National University of Singapore

National University of Singapore

Known for its sustainability, tropical climate, and thriving social life, Singapore is a prime destination to explore a melting pot of culture in the heart of Asia. NUS is a highly-ranked university offering a wide range of courses, as well as science research opportunities.

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Urban, Historical, & Environmental Geographies of Europe

Urban, Historical, & Environmental Geographies of Europe

Explore topics such as historic urbanization, environmental constraints & impact, heritage management, and more as you travel across 9 major European cities! This program runs from May 31-July 1 and offers credit for 4 UCalgary courses. 

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SAPL Field Schools

SAPL Field Schools

UCalgary's School of Architecture, Planning & Landscape is offering short-term field schools in Barcelona, Tokyo, Los Angeles, and Zurich during Winter & Spring 2022. These field schools give students the experience of first-hand research and observation in these thriving, diverse cities. 

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