Re-Entry Activity Fall 2024.pptx

Education Abroad OfficeWELCOME BACK DINNER

• Name
• Year & Major
• Where you studied abroad
• Item you brought/would have brought that holds significance of your time abroad

Introductions

• What was a typical day like on your program?
• What was your favorite place in the city?
• What was a significant difference between your home culture and the host culture?
• What have you done since returning home to stay connected to your host country?

Conversation Prompts

Agree Neutral Disagree

Two Sides

I expected to become fluent in my host language by the end of my time abroad.

Two Sides

Agree Neutral Disagree

I had an easy time connecting with my host culture.

Two Sides

Agree Neutral Disagree

It was difficult to make foreign friends.

Two Sides

Agree Neutral Disagree

I didn’t run into many challenges during my experience abroad.

Two Sides

Agree Neutral Disagree

I learned something new about myself while I was abroad.

Two Sides

Agree Neutral Disagree

I expected to have few difficulties returning to SU.

Two Sides

Agree Neutral Disagree

When I got home I found it difficult to connect with friends and family.

Two Sides

Agree Neutral Disagree

There were things I was happy to leave behind in my host country.

Two Sides

Agree Neutral Disagree

I find it challenging to communicate to people about my time abroad.

Two Sides

Agree Neutral Disagree

• Module 6: Reintegrate
• Re-entry Adjustment handout
• Program Evaluation
• Submit Photos

Tips for Re-entry

https://www.seattleu.edu/careerengagement/

Visit Seattle University’s Career Engagement Office

Visit CEO's website & schedule an appointment with a career advisor to discuss integrating your time abroad into your career planning and translating your experiences into professional skills for resumes, cover letters, and interviews

On-Campus

• International Student & Scholar Center
• English Language Learning Center
• Global Ambassadors - EAO/ISSC/Provider
• Center for Community Engagement
• Office of Prestigious Fellowships and Award
• SU Cultural Clubs

• Seattle Cultural Centers
• Seattle Events
• International District
• Local Museums

Get Involved!

• Imagining the World Photo Contest
• Alumni Contact

• Instagram/website alumni spotlight!
• Global Ambassadors
• Opportunity to plan activities
• Share student experience with SU community
• Develop leadership and programming skills
• Build a strong study abroad alumni network
• Great volunteer opportunity!

Share your experiences!

Thank you for coming!