Study Abroad Virtually
Even though students are not able to travel during this time, you can still engage with new cultures virtually.
Policy for UB Students Participating in UB & SUNY Virtual Programs
Students may choose to participate in virtual study abroad opportunities offered by Other SUNY campuses, but they can not concurrently enroll in an Other SUNY program and in regular UB courses in either the winter session or the semester. Students can not concurrently enroll in an Other SUNY and a UB study abroad opportunity in the semester.
Interested UB students are encouraged to make an appointment with Karen Joppe to discuss participation in a virtual program. To schedule an appointment, please call (716-645-3912) or email (studyabroad@buffalo.edu) anytime during normal business hours (Monday - Friday, 8:30am - 4:30pm). Additionally, Karen Joppe can be reached directly by email at karentho@buffalo.edu.
Winter 2022 Virtual Program Options
Italy: Lorenzo de' Medici
LdM’s distance learning program is an exciting academic opportunity for students to connect with peers from all around the world while gaining invaluable insight into a variety of subjects for which Italy is world-renowned, from art history to fashion marketing, wine business, and gastronomy. Students will be able to enroll in 1 - 2 courses (3 - 6 credits), and follow lessons from Monday, January 3 - Monday, January 24, 2022. A mandatory orientation will be held on Thursday, December 30, 2021.
SUNY Contact: Karen Joppe (karentho@buffalo.edu)
Peru: Global Citizenship Virtual Exchange Programs
The Brockport Global Citizenship Virtual Exchange Programs were modeled after the SUNY Coil Global Commons program. In these Global Citizenship Virtual Exchange Programs, students will contribute to global sustainability by completing a project in small groups, in partnership with community based and nonprofit organizations around the world. Students will gain skills in intercultural communications and collaboration by completing a project for one of these partner organizations through the framework of the United Nations Sustainability Goals. Partner organizations around the world will work with groups of students to develop these stories and receive use of the final products.
SUNY Contact: Lindsay Lau (Llau@brockport.edu)
South Korea: Korea University
The Korea University (KU) International Winter Campus (IWC) Program will be offered virtually in Winter 2022.
UB and Other SUNY students can participate remotely in Korea University's International Winter Campus (IWC) program. The three-week academic program includes a variety of challenging courses taught by distinguished faculty from prestigious universities around the world.
Students will take one to two virtual courses for a total of 3-6 credits. Each class offers a full semester-load of coursework condensed into three weeks. With the exception of Korean language classes, all classes are taught in English and no prior knowledge of Korean is necessary for enrollment in these courses. Korea University is an AACSB accredited institution.
SUNY Contact: Karen Joppe (karentho@buffalo.edu)
Spring 2022 Virtual Program Options
Czech Republic & Ireland: Remote International Internships
The Brockport Remote International Internships provides students opportunity to experience work life in Dublin, Ireland or Prague, Czech Republic in partnership with EUSA Internships, Brockport's program partner for over 15 years. Each customized internship placement has its own opportunity to try new things and create a network of international contacts. Students will gain experience for credit while strengthening their professional resume and cultural competency. In addition to their placement, students will attend a weekly seminar in conjunction with the Washington D.C. program. These seminars are led by experts on selected aspects of international studies. Students will also complete a research project led by a faculty in the Department of Political Science and International Studies. Students earn 16 credits during this semester length program. Visit the online program brochure to learn more!
SUNY Contact: Michaela Luedke (Mluedke@brockport.edu)