Office of International Affairs

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A Seat At The Table: Study Abroad Information Session

Are you ready to take your study abroad dreams to the next level?  Have you attended a study abroad information session ?  Please join us to get information!

Welcome Reception 

We invite our new international students, returning Study Abroad students, domestic students and University campus community to join us for an evening of international cuisine, international games, and raffles from 3:00 p.m. - 6:00 p.m. in the reception area of the the Frye Bldg. (ACB) lobby. Please join us to discover new cuisines, meet new people, and celebrate diverse cultures all under one roof. 

See you all there!

Please join The Office of International Affairs and University Writing Center

A Seat at the Table: Gilman Scholarship Essay Workshop: Writing Your Way Across the World: Four Key Strategies for Writing a Winning Scholarship Essay."

Are you ready to take your study abroad dreams to the next level? Have you attended a study abroad information session?  Will you apply for a Benjamin A. Gilman scholarship to help fund your study abroad experience?

Join us for an engaging workshop facilitated by Dr. Shirley E. Faulkner-Springfield. Dr. Faulkner-Springfield is the Director of the University Writing Center and has over 25 years of experience in helping students achieve scholarship success.

The 4-week Gilman scholarship writing workshop sessions will provide participants with the strategies and confidence needed to create an essay that resonates with scholarship committee members. Participants will learn how to

Understand the Prompt:Learn what scholarship committees are looking for.
Tell a Personal, Compelling Story:Learn techniques for weaving unique experiences and aspirations into a powerful narrative.

Structure Your Essay:Learn how to format a clear, engaging, and persuasive essay.
Revise:Learn how to polish an essay to near perfection with editing and proofreading tips.

The workshops will be held on Wednesdays, September 11, September 18, September 25, and October 2, 2024. We will have two sessions 3 pm-4:30 pm and 5 pm-6:30 pm (Times are subject to change) Location: PROCT Hall Room 214( Tentative)

Please sign up: https://ncat.az1.qualtrics.com/jfe/form/SV_08pgSRshdzJ6Rvg

About the Gilman scholarship: Recipients can only receive the scholarship once. If a student previously declined a Gilman scholarship, they are welcome to re-apply, as long as they still meet all eligibility requirements listed below.

The Benjamin A. Gilman International Scholarship Program (Gilman Program) is a program of the U.S. Department of State’s Bureau of Educational and Cultural Affairs. To be eligible for a Gilman scholarship, an applicant must be:

A citizen or national of the United States;
An undergraduate student in good standing at an accredited institution of higher education in the United States (including both two-year and four-year institutions);
Receiving a Federal Pell Grant during the time of application or provide proof that they will be receiving a Pell Grant during the term of their study abroad program or internship;

The Gilman scholarship application deadline is on Thursday, October 10, 2024.

In the process of applying to, or being accepted to, a credit-bearing study abroad or internship program. Proof of program acceptance is required prior to award disbursement;

Applying for credit-bearing study abroad programs in a country or location with an overall Travel Advisory Level 1 or 2, according to the U.S. Department of State’s Travel Advisory System. It is important to note that certain areas within a country or location that have an overall Travel Advisory Level 1 or 2 may be designated within the Travel Advisory as either Level 3 or Level 4; Gilman scholars will not be allowed to travel to these specific areas. Gilman scholars are unable to participate in programs located in a country or location — or an area within a country or location — that is designated as either a Level 3 (“Reconsider travel to”) or Level 4 (“Do not travel to”).

If you have any questions or need assistance, please contact Jeavon James, Assistant Director for International Student Success at 336-285-2704 or jujames@ncat.edu.

We look forward to seeing you. We want to help in your success of becoming a recipient of the Gilman Scholarship award! Aggie Pride is Worldwide!

International Game Night 

Experience the thrill of competing in games from different corners of the globe from 4:00 p.m. - 6:00 p.m. in the reception area of the the Frye Bldg. (ACB) lobby. Whether you're a seasoned player or a novice, there's something for everyone to enjoy. Expand your horizons, make new friends, and celebrate diversity with us at this engaging event. Snacks and refreshments will be provided.

The Office of International Affairs (OIA) invites faculty and staff to complete training for the new OIA Travel Portal also known as the Travel Registry. All international travel must be completed and approved in the new portal.

The Fall 2024 Training Dates are as follows: 

Vice-Chancellor, Department Chairs, & Deans
Monday, September 9th
Monday, October 28th 

Traveling Faculty & Staff
Monday, September 23rd
Monday, November 18th 

Please contact Kimberly Tyson, Director of the Office of International Affairs (kktyson@ncat.edu) with any questions. 

The Office of International Affairs (OIA) invites you to participate in International Education Week November 18 - 21, 2024. The week will be full of events including a Study Abroad Fair with international institutions, study abroad providers, federally funded education programs, and A&T institutional offices in attendance.

Also featured are Discussion Panels and Workshops on topics such as:

• Cultural Prepardness
• The Impact of Study Abroad
• Best Practices for Supporting International Students
• How to Create a Competitive Application for the Fulbright U.S. Student Program and the Fulbright U.S. Scholar Program 
• Funding Your Study Abroad Experience

Other Key Events Include:

• Career and Passport Fair

• International Game Night

• International Film Competition for Students and much more!

Come join us as we highlight the importance of international exchange, cultural ambassadorship, and celebrating our diverse student body. 

Please RSVP here to receive additional information.For more information, please contact Alitta Satchell at agsatchell@ncat.edu or (336) 334-7551