http://www.scu.edu/studyabroad/updates/index.cfm Published by the International Programs Office, these news updates and advisories are meant for approved and prospective study abroad students at Santa Clara University. Tue, 12 May 2009 10:09:57 PST studyabroad@scu.edu (International Programs Office) http://www.scu.edu/studyabroad/updates/index.cfm?action=viewpost&c=82364 Important follow information for students who have completed the mandatory pre-departure orientation program on Saturday, May 9, 2009 or any of the two make-up sessions. vraatior@scu.edu (Vidalino Raatior) http://www.scu.edu/studyabroad/updates/index.cfm?action=comment&c=82364 Tue, 12 May 2009 10:07:00 PST http://www.scu.edu/studyabroad/updates/index.cfm?action=viewpost&c=82242 The fall 2009 SCU program in Cuba has been canceled due to low enrollment. vraatior@scu.edu (Vidalino Raatior) http://www.scu.edu/studyabroad/updates/index.cfm?action=comment&c=82242 Mon, 04 May 2009 06:13:47 PST http://www.scu.edu/studyabroad/updates/index.cfm?action=viewpost&c=82243 Although no cases of swine flu have been reported at Santa Clara University, we are addressing the possibility of a flu outbreak with caution and are actively monitoring all reports and information. As always, the safety and well being of all members of the University community ? students, staff, and faculty ? are our primary concern. vraatior@scu.edu (Vidalino Raatior) http://www.scu.edu/studyabroad/updates/index.cfm?action=comment&c=82243 Fri, 01 May 2009 09:35:32 PST http://www.scu.edu/studyabroad/updates/index.cfm?action=viewpost&c=81782 Due to low enrollment the SCU Scotland Summer Program has been canceled, but students who had been approved for the program can still enroll in the Arcadia Stirling Summer Program directly and pay directly to Arcadia. vraatior@scu.edu (Vidalino Raatior) http://www.scu.edu/studyabroad/updates/index.cfm?action=comment&c=81782 Fri, 10 Apr 2009 08:31:35 PST http://www.scu.edu/studyabroad/i-house.cfm Beginning Fall 2009, International House, a CyPhi RLC program co-sponsored by International Programs Office and the International Student Services. I-House will be lodged in Swig Hall, 5th floor, as a special-focus floor within CyPhi RLC beginning in fall of 2009. vraatior@scu.edu (Vidalino Raatior) http://www.scu.edu/studyabroad/updates/index.cfm?action=comment&c=81677 Fri, 03 Apr 2009 10:06:43 PST http://www.scu.edu/studyabroad/updates/index.cfm?action=viewpost&c=81218 Students who intend to apply for the Spanish visa through the Spanish Consulate in San Francisco are now required to have purchased a round-trip ticket to Spain prior to the submitting their visa application. vraatior@scu.edu (Vidalino Raatior) http://www.scu.edu/studyabroad/updates/index.cfm?action=comment&c=81218 Tue, 24 Mar 2009 11:16:51 PST http://www.scu.edu/studyabroad/updates/index.cfm?action=viewpost&c=81200 This is further clarification of the academic policy for the following Associate Programs: Antioch Buddhist Studies Program, Gonzaga University-Florence Program, and the University of Virginia's Semester at Sea Program. vraatior@scu.edu (Vidalino Raatior) http://www.scu.edu/studyabroad/updates/index.cfm?action=comment&c=81200 Tue, 17 Mar 2009 12:34:26 PST http://www.scu.edu/studyabroad/options/scusummer.cfm Summer Abroad programs are still an option for students. We are still accepting new petitions until April 15 for Rome, El Salvador, Costa Rica, Germany, London, Scotland. Participate in any of the Summer Abroad Week (March 9 - 13, 2009) events to get more information. vraatior@scu.edu (Vidalino Raatior) Summer Abroad http://www.scu.edu/studyabroad/updates/index.cfm?action=comment&c=79615 Wed, 04 Mar 2009 03:08:27 PST http://www.scu.edu/studyabroad/updates/index.cfm?action=viewpost&c=79501 IES Rome Fall 09 students are now required to participate in the new SCU Rome Honors Program. vraatior@scu.edu (Vidalino Raatior) Study Abroad http://www.scu.edu/studyabroad/updates/index.cfm?action=comment&c=79501 Sat, 21 Feb 2009 12:00:00 PST http://www.scu.edu/studyabroad/updates/index.cfm?action=viewpost&c=78062 Santa Clara students who studied abroad on any of Syracuse University's programs will need to request an official transcript to be sent to Santa Clara University at the conclusion of their programs. This policy includes students who studied with Syracuse Fall 2008. vraatior@scu.edu (Vidalino Raatior) Study Abroad http://www.scu.edu/studyabroad/updates/index.cfm?action=comment&c=78062 Wed, 18 Feb 2009 04:06:08 PST http://www.scu.edu/studyabroad/updates/index.cfm?action=viewpost&c=77956 Based on revised costing estimates for the 2009-2010 academic year, New Zealand-based programs will remain in Price Level II while Australia, Ireland, Denmark, and others have been moved to the more expensive Price Level III. vraatior@scu.edu (Vidalino Raatior) http://www.scu.edu/studyabroad/updates/index.cfm?action=comment&c=77956 Wed, 11 Feb 2009 09:00:29 PST http://www.scu.edu/studyabroad/updates/index.cfm?action=viewpost&c=77911 We are happy to report that Santa Clara University has successfully negotiated a custom program option in Rome with IES at a reduced price with the same quality student, housing, and academic services provided by IES. vraatior@scu.edu (Vidalino Raatior) http://www.scu.edu/studyabroad/updates/index.cfm?action=comment&c=77911 Tue, 10 Feb 2009 04:49:11 PST http://www.scu.edu/studyabroad/updates/index.cfm?action=viewpost&c=77910 We are happy to report that Santa Clara University has successfully negotiated a custom program option in Barcelona with IES at a reduced price with the same quality student, housing, and academic services provided by IES. vraatior@scu.edu (Vidalino Raatior) http://www.scu.edu/studyabroad/updates/index.cfm?action=comment&c=77910 Tue, 10 Feb 2009 04:07:37 PST http://www.scu.edu/studyabroad/updates/index.cfm?action=viewpost&c=77813 Students who have been approved to apply to a study abroad program should read these helpful tips in completing their responsibilities in order to maintain their approved status. vraatior@scu.edu (Vidalino Raatior) http://www.scu.edu/studyabroad/updates/index.cfm?action=comment&c=77813 Fri, 30 Jan 2009 06:50:19 PST http://cms.scu.edu/studyabroad/options/ Antioch College's Buddhist Studies Program has now been changed to Associates Status which means participants can still receive SCU credits, but their financial aid and enrollment status will change. vraatior@scu.edu (Vidalino Raatior) Study Abroad http://www.scu.edu/studyabroad/updates/index.cfm?action=comment&c=77812 Wed, 21 Jan 2009 06:48:49 PST http://cms.scu.edu/studyabroad/options/ Gonzaga University's Florence Program has been changed to Associates Status which means participants can still receive SCU credits, but their financial aid and enrollment status will change. vraatior@scu.edu (Vidalino Raatior) Study Abroad http://www.scu.edu/studyabroad/updates/index.cfm?action=comment&c=77811 Wed, 21 Jan 2009 06:45:50 PST http://cms.scu.edu/studyabroad/options/ University of Virginia's Semester at Sea Program has now been changed to Associates Status which means participants can still receive SCU credits, but their financial aid and enrollment status will change. vraatior@scu.edu (Vidalino Raatior) Study Abroad http://www.scu.edu/studyabroad/updates/index.cfm?action=comment&c=77810 Wed, 21 Jan 2009 06:42:02 PST http://www.scu.edu/studyabroad/upload/Provost-Announcement-2009-Revised_Jan20_2009.pdf The formidable challenges created by the current economic situation have led the University to reconsider how it offers study abroad opportunities to students. Provost Lucia Gilbert released a new study abroad policy directing the International Programs Office to contain expenditures on study abroad. vraatior@scu.edu (Vidalino Raatior) Study Abroad http://www.scu.edu/studyabroad/updates/index.cfm?action=comment&c=77809 Tue, 20 Jan 2009 06:09:28 PST http://www.scu.edu/studyabroad/updates/index.cfm?action=viewpost&c=77919 Due to the current economic crisis, the University will be changing some of the study abroad fees schedules. A number of programs have been moved to Price Level III. vraatior@scu.edu (Vidalino Raatior) http://www.scu.edu/studyabroad/updates/index.cfm?action=comment&c=77919 Fri, 09 Jan 2009 12:17:26 PST