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We consider returning study abroad students to be very valuable assets on campus and aim to provide every opportunity for you to continue your personal and academic growth after returning to SCU. We hope you can consider participating in any of the following classes and outreach efforts.

International Ambassadors Program

Opportunities for returning study abroad students to share their experiences in class discussions, forums, workshops, etc. and other outreach efforts to prospective study abroad students on campus. For more information and to apply online. International Ambassadors will have the opportunity to apply for one of the paid Study Abroad Peer Advisor positions at the International Programs Office.

Peer Advisors

Paid positions at the International Programs Office who help in various aspect of the study abroad including recruitment, advising,  orientation, programming, and other leadership roles on campus. Peer Advisors are recruited and hired strictly from the International Ambassadors participants. Mentoring and training begins in the Winter and Spring quarter with a Fall quarter start. Contact Vid Raatior (vraatior@scu.edu) for hiring schedule. See current Peer Advisors.

ANTH 159: Critiquing Cultural & Economic Development

A course to help students reflect on and analyze their immersion experiences in an academic setting with a particular focus on culture and development as viewed through an anthropological lens. Examines issues of change in “developing” countries. Emphasis on exploring and discussing issues related to student study-abroad and immersion experiences in regional, national and global contacts. The course satisfes the University's World Cultures Core Requirement and taught by Father Luis Calero, SJ.

RE-ENTRY Overnight Getaway

Sponsored by International Programs Office and the DISCOVER Program, this overnight getaway offers a chance for returning study abroad students to hear and tell stories from abroad, and reflect with others on the connections between where they've been, where they are, and where they are going. Relax with friends in a beautiful off-campus setting and let the gifts and challenges of your experience abroad enrich your life at SCU. Normally scheduled for the 2nd weekend of the Winter Quarter, participants leave Friday after classes and return on Saturday, late afternoon. Cost is $30; some scholarships available. Space is limited, so please sign up early.

International Club

Organized by students, the I-Club is a registered student organization for students who are interested in international issues and experiences and to meet other international students on campus. Led by a member of the Peer Advisors Team, the I-Club is open to all. For more...

We look forward to welcoming you back to campus.

International Programs actively support & recognizes the Campus Sustainability Pledge locally and globally and the Standards of Good Practice of the Forum on Education Abroad.