International Travel Project
Study abroad trip to Costa Rica led by Prof. John Atkinson
Do you have plans to engage in a study abroad course, or have recently returned from an international experience? Or perhaps you are interested in immersing yourself remotely in a new geography or culture.
Project description
We invite you to explore and leverage international travel (either in-person or remotely) via a mentored project.
Meet with an ELN staff member to discuss your specific interests related to international travel and design a project that will deepen your learning while connecting with academic and professional goals.
Project funding can be accessed for subsequent travel or project-related expenses.
Project outcome
Students will discuss specific goals and outcomes with their mentor upon formalizing their specific projects. Outcomes will be customized based on the nature of travel, students' interests, and related opportunities for engagement.
Project details
| Length of commitment | Less than a semester |
| Start time | Flexible (note funding deadlines) |
| Level of collaboration | Flexible |
| Benefits | Variable |
| Who is eligible | Open |
Truman and Fulbright Scholarships
Students participating in this project might be interested in and eligible for the Truman Scholarship and the Fulbright Scholarship. Connect with the Office of Fellowships and Scholarships to learn more.
Core partners
- Office of Study Abroad
- Other offices and programs (based on individual projects)
Project mentor
Mara Huber
Associate Dean for Undergraduate Research and Experiential Learning, Director of
Experiential Learning Network
Phone: (716) 829-2834
Email: mbhuber@buffalo.edu
Start the project
- Email the project mentor using the contact information above to express your interest and get approval to work on the project. (Here are helpful tips on how to contact a project mentor.)
- After you receive approval from the mentor to start this project, click the button to start the digital badge. (Learn more about ELN's digital badge options.)
Fulfilling Academic Major/Minor Requirements
If you are planning to use this project to satisfy program requirements for your academic major or minor, it is your responsibility to obtain approval from your academic department prior to beginning the project.
Preparation activities
Once you begin the digital badge series, you will have access to all the necessary activities and instructions. Your mentor has indicated they would like you to also complete the specific preparation activities below. Please reference this when you get to Step 2 of the Preparation Phase.
- Preparation will be discussed upon consultation with mentor and will align with the specific outcomes of the project.