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Study Abroad Peer Advisors The Study Abroad Peer Advisor organization is a group of students who have previously studied abroad and are now dedicated to sharing their experiences with other students. We assist students interested in learning more about UF's study abroad opportunities by matching them with students who have studied on similar programs/locations, or who share similar academic interests. Please see the bottom of this page for information on how to contact and meet us. The Peer Advisor organization is a unique asset to students wishing to study abroad in that it is a group of roughly 70 UF study abroad alumni who volunteer their time to assist with the study abroad process. Because we have recently viewed the country from a student's perspective, we are equipped to answer questions that address issues which are central to the life of every college student, including such seemingly trivial things as eating, shopping, and doing laundry in your country of interest. If you are interested in studying abroad and want to learn more about another student's experiences overseas, then come on over to the International Center in the Hub and speak with a Peer Advisor today! For our Peer Advisors' contact information, click here. How can you meet us? The Peer Advisors will be hosting Country Specific Pre-Departure Sessions on December 2nd and 3rd for some of our more popular countries. All of the Pre-Departure Sessions below will be held in the UF International Center in the HUB.
If you are going to a country not listed below and would like to meet with a Peer Advisor prior to your departure, please click on our contact information link above.
Country-Specific Pre-Departure Schedule: Wednesday, December 2: 5-6 PM: Germany/Austria 5-6 PM: Australia 6-7 PM: Japan 7-8 PM: England Thursday, December 3: 5-6 PM: Italy 6-7 PM: China 6-7 PM: Spain 7-8 PM: France
Not sure if you need an appointment? Do you want general information about studying abroad? We hold walk-in hours every Tuesday and Wednesday from 2-4 PM in the UF International Center. Feel free to stop by during these times to discuss studying abroad, hear about our own personal experiences and learn about your options.
If you are interested in studying abroad but do not know how to go about choosing a program or when to begin the application process, or if you just want to hear about another students' experiences abroad, then you should consider meeting with a Peer Advisor. All Peer Advisors are trained to answer your questions about study abroad opportunities here at UF, and we are always happy to talk about our experiences and/or answer questions via phone, email or in person. Please visit the contact link above to view a list of Peer Advisors, complete with the Peer Advisor's country and contact information. Our contact information is also available from the study abroad receptionist--stop by at any time!
Are you planning a student meeting or lecture that could be tied in to study abroad opportunities at UF? Looking for an interesting guest speaker to liven up your classroom? Consider requesting a Peer Advisor to come speak to your class about study abroad opportunities here at the University of Florida. We as Peer Advisors are trained present and answer questions about topics such as the main types of study abroad programs offered at UF, the transfer of credits from foreign institutions, and receiving financial aid while abroad. We frequently present at student organization meetings, First Year Florida classes, dormitories, and other gatherings. Please email UFSAPA@gmail.com to request a presentation.
The Study Abroad Peer Advisors routinely assist the UFISC with special events throughout the year. We attend pre-departure and re-entry sessions, the study abroad fair and the study abroad information sessions sponsored by the UFIC. Peer Advisors are also responsible for creating/managing a variety of activities related to study abroad throughout the year, such as tabling and information sessions. Please feel free to contact the Peer Advisors at UFSAPA@gmail.com |
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