Supporting & Networking Events
Each semester, UK Education Abroad (UK EA) offers a variety of events designed to help faculty and interested staff connect with the Faculty-Directed Team, learn more about faculty-directed programming, and engage with topics related to developing and leading education abroad experiences.
Some events are offered on a recurring basis each semester, such as Education Abroad Fairs, while others are scheduled based on the needs and priorities of a particular term. These may include information sessions, networking opportunities, workshops, discussion series, office hours, and other events focused on different stages of faculty-directed program planning and implementation.
Here you will find information about the many types of events hosted by UK Education Abroad and UK International Center (UK IC), along with upcoming opportunities to connect, learn, ask questions, and engage with colleagues involved in international education.
Upcoming Events and Opportunities
Education Abroad Fair
Explore opportunities to study, intern, research, and engage abroad at the Education Abroad Fair. Meet with program representatives, learn about available destinations and experiences, ask questions about the application process, and discover resources to help you plan your international experience.
Fall: September, Alumni Commons
Spring: January, Gatton Student Center Ballroom
Statement of Intent 101s
Join UK Education Abroad for a Statement of Intent 101 session designed for faculty interested in developing a faculty-directed education abroad program.
The session will walk through the Statement of Intent process, what information is needed to submit an SOI, and key considerations when developing a proposed program. Participants will also learn more about connecting the academic goals of a course with the proposed program location and preparing for the review process.
Upcoming sessions:
Learning Bites: Faculty-Directed Information and Networking
Join UK Education Abroad for an in-person Learning Bites session focused on faculty-directed programming at the University of Kentucky. Sponsored by WorldStrides, this event is a chance to learn more about faculty-directed programs, connect with colleagues, and share ideas and experiences.
The event is open to current program leaders, past program leaders, faculty, staff, and anyone interested in faculty-directed programming at UK. Light refreshments will be provided.
Event details:
- October 22, 2026
- Location: Cornerstone
- Register: Here
Learning Across Latitudes: Faculty-Directed Leaders Networking & Discussion Series
Join UK Education Abroad for the Learning Across Latitudes series, a virtual networking and discussion opportunity for faculty-directed program leaders. The series is designed to support 2026–2027 program leaders, though all interested faculty are welcome to participate.
Each session focuses on a different part of the faculty-directed program process and gives participants the opportunity to ask questions, exchange ideas, and learn from Education Abroad staff and other program leaders.
Upcoming sessions:
- Scholarships & Funding for Faculty-Directed Programs — September 18 at 12:00 p.m.
- Marketing Your Program — September 30 at 12:00 p.m.
- Education Abroad’s marketing and communications team will be joined by Education Abroad Peer Ambassadors to share ideas and strategies for promoting your program.
- Applications & Reviewing Your Cohort — November 11 at 12:00 p.m.
- Bring your questions and ideas about reviewing applicants and selecting your program cohort. Education Abroad advisors and IT staff will be available to help make the review and selection process easier.
- Register Here
Spring Semester: Learning Across Latitudes
Join UK Education Abroad for additional Learning Across Latitudes sessions during the spring semester. These sessions will continue to support faculty-directed program leaders with practical guidance, resources, and opportunities to share ideas with colleagues.
Upcoming spring sessions:
- How to Pre-Departure Orientation
- Information coming soon.
- Show and Tell: Syllabus and Program Assignments
- Information coming soon.
- Pre-Departure Prep Office Hours
- Information coming soon.
Faculty-Directed Grant Program
Program Development Grant for program directors who are looking to develop a new program.
Emerging Leader Grant
For faculty or staff approved for teaching abroad who have not led a program at UK before and would like to be part of this mentorship program.
Upcoming Events and Opportunities
Share Your Ideas!
If you have an idea that you would like EA and the Education Abroad Committee to develop, or if you would like to volunteer to share a topic with the community, please fill out this form:
Refer a Colleague!
If you have a colleague who you feel would be a great program director or a course that your college should develop into a program, please fill out this form
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