This Week in EA:
Global Career Conversations ft. Eddie Resende | Thursday, April 23 | 4pm-5:15pm | UC310
Join the Global Studies Department and the CEO of the largest network of globally minded businesses in the Mid-Atlantic for a conversation about global careers. During his 17-year tenure at WTCI, Eddie Resende has developed many initiatives for the organization, including international business and diplomacy fellowships and conferences, the Global Economic Outlook Report, World-Lens Podcast, and the Maryland Innovation Lab. Eddie and his family migrated to the United States from Brazil when he was 11. He is an advocate for human rights issues, and today serves as the chairman of the board at New American Careers, a social enterprise that connects immigrant professionals to employment opportunities in the U.S. In 2023, Eddie was recognized as one of Maryland’s Most Influential Leaders by the Daily Record.
Advanced Study (MA/MS/PhD) in Germany | Monday, April 27 | 12pm-1pm | Fine Arts Room 459
The German Program at UMBC is hosting an informational event on April 27th, 2026 about financially attractive opportunities to pursue advanced degrees (MA/MS/PhD) in Germany! Hear from Amelia Wallace, Danielle Bolden, and S. Maila Raphael about their experiences with the DAAD and the Fulbright program in Germany. The event will be held in the Fine Arts Building in Room 459 from 12.00-1.00pm.
Upcoming Events and Deadlines:
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Have you confirmed your participation in a Study Abroad program for Summer 2026, Fall 2026, or Academic Year 2026-2027? If so, please make sure that you have marked your calendar for your Orientation! General Program Orientation is on May 1st from 1:30-4-30pm in ILSB118. If you are unable to make it to your assigned orientation, please contact our office by emailing educationabroad@umbc.edu.
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Advising for Spring 2027 and Winter 2027 study abroad programs is now available! After you have attended a Study Abroad 101 session, email educationabroad@umbc.edu to schedule your meeting!
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Study Abroad 101 Sessions
Monday | 2pm-3pm | Virtual
Tuesday | 1pm-2pm | Virtual
{RESCHEDULED} Friday | 12pm-1pm | Virtual