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Japan W’International: My First Experience Abroad

By: Stori Cox I went on my W’international trip in May 2019, and it was my first trip out of the country. Not only was this my first trip abroad, but I traveled to one of the furthest locations possible: Kyoto, Japan. I was nervous about many aspects of my trip: I had never been...

International Education Week 2019

International Education Week 2019 is NOVEMBER 11th-15th! Check out the IEW Calendar 2019 and this post to learn more about how the Office of International Programs is celebrating. Week-Long Events International Photo Contest Hosted by: The Office of International Programs Location: Online Time: 11/11 at 12pm-11/15 at 12pm ATTENTION: Voting for the International Photo Contest...

International Photo Contest 2019

SUBMISSION DEADLINE: Friday 11/1 at 12:00 PM NOON. Entry form link available at the end of this post. PLEASE READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS PRIOR TO SUBMITTING YOUR PHOTO IN THE CONTEST. As part of our International Education Week events, the Office of International Programs is holding a photo contest! Current Wingate students who have studied abroad on an...

International Education Week 2018

International Education Week is NOVEMBER 5-9! Check out the IEW Calendar 2018 and this post to learn more about how the Office of International Programs is celebrating. MONDAY, November 5 International Photo Contest Gallery Open & Bulldogs' Choice Voting Hosted by: The Office of International Programs Location: DPC Lobby Art Gallery Time: 12pm-5pm Fulbright Scholar...

International Photo Contest 2018 – DEADLINE EXTENDED!

SUBMISSION DEADLINE EXTENDED TO MONDAY 10/29 at 12PM NOON. As part of our International Education Week events, the Office of International Programs is holding a photo contest! Current Wingate students who have studied abroad on an approved Wingate program AND international students currently studying at Wingate are invited to submit their photos to the contest....

Top 6 Things to Leave Behind When Studying Abroad

When traveling abroad, it is important to leave behind things that could cause chaos or hassle. Here are 6 top things to leave behind when studying abroad: Bulky suit cases. Although it will seem impossible to only bring one suitcase, you will thank yourself later. You will likely want to do some extra leisure travel...

Insider Tips About The Costa Rica Program

1. Try the Fruits! All of them! Costa Rica is native to all kinds of fruits, some you have probably never heard of! Be sure to try Guanabana! 2. Bring an umbrella and a rain jacket… SERIOUSLY. During the months of May and June is Costa Rica’s “Rainy Season." It will most likely rain everyday, but...

5 Common Study Abroad Myths

As a student worker in the Office of International Programs, students are always telling me why they don't think they'll be able to go abroad for anything longer than our 10-day W'International Program. But fortunately, in most cases, all they need are the facts and a little push to get them to ready for the...