Global Engagement

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The School of Kinesiology highly values the international learning experience. The Office of Global Engagement assists Kinesiology students in finding opportunities for international study, research, volunteerism, and internships. Global Engagement also supports our students as they pursue funding, academic, and professional resources, and helps them determine the program that best fits their educational, personal, and professional goals.

Drop-in advising on Tuesdays and Thursdays from 2:00-4:00pm

  • Tuesdays: virtually
  • Thursdays: in person 2300 SKB
Nik Webster

Nik Webster, PhD
Director of Global Engagement
SKB 3260
[email protected]
(734) 647-1951

 

 

Shannon Hennessey

Shannon Hennessey, PhD
Senior Director, OUSA and Strategic Engagement Initiatives
SKB 2390
[email protected]
(734) 647-2696

 

 

Vanessa Barton

Vanessa Barton
Academic Program Manager, Global Engagement 
SKB 2370
[email protected]
(734) 763-2625

Schedule an appointment

 

Iz Stamler-Goody

Iz Stamler-Goody, MA (they/them)
Global Engagement Coordinator
SKB 2300 WS 6
[email protected]
(734) 647-5595

Schedule an appointment

Each program listed below is linked to its M-Compass site, where you can find more information.

Africa and Middle East. Student and elephant

Short Term

 

 

The Americas. Student with colorfully dressed children at a festival

Short Term

Semester

 

Asia-Pacific. Scuba diver displaying the Kinesiology flag

Short Term

Semester

 

Europe. Group of students waving from the Trevi Fountain.

Short Term

Semester

M-Compass is the University of Michigan search engine for ALL U-M-sponsored study abroad programs. ALL programs on M-Compass are eligible for both institutional (University of Michigan) and federal financial aid. Learn more at mcompass.umich.edu.

For education abroad, the decentralized structure of the University of Michigan allows for many U-M Ann Arbor units, as well as U-M campuses, to offer education abroad programs and advising for students seeking international experiences. These units either have an office dedicated to supporting education abroad activities, or staff members whose role is dedicated to supporting education abroad activities.

 

University of Michigan Education Abroad Affiliate Partners offer all University of Michigan students, price reductions on programs, access to financial aid and scholarship support, as well as on-site staff for 24/7 support. Students can speak with representatives from our Affiliate Partners on Wednesdays in the atrium of the School of Kinesiology Building.

  • CEA CAPA (ceacapa.com), University of Michigan students will receive a $1,000 travel grant for a semester-long study program, and a $600 travel grant for a summer program
  • CISabroad (CISAbroad.com), U-M students will receive a $250 discount for a semester-long study program, and a $100 discount for a short-term or any internship program
  • Danish Institute for Study Abroad (DIS), (DISAbroad.org), U-M students will receive a $4000 discount for a semester-long study program, and a $500 discount for a  three (3) or four (4)-week summer session
  • International Education of Students (IES) (iesabroad.org)
  • International Studies Abroad (ISA WorldStrides) (studiesabroad.com), U-M students will receive a $500 discount for programs longer than seven (7) weeks, and a $350 discount for programs shorter than seven (7) weeks
  • The Education Abroad Network (TEAN by WorldStrides) (teanabroad.org), U-M students will receive a $500 discount for programs longer than seven (7) weeks, and a $350 discount for programs shorter than seven (7) weeks
  • University of Nicosia Global Semesters (globalsemesters.com), U-M students will receive a $500 discount for semester programs

GoGlobal Travel Awards. Funding for these awards comes from private donors to the School of Kinesiology and from the Dean of Kinesiology. The total funding available fluctuates annually. The amount individual students receive varies based on the number of qualified applicants, level of need, and funds available that year. Most awards are between $500-$2,500.

Award recipients will be expected to write thank-you notes to donors and assist the Office of Global Engagement in Kinesiology with study abroad promotional activities in the following academic year.

For more information and the application, visit the MCompass listing (mcompass.umich.edu/_portal/tds-program-brochure programid=10313)

Kinesiology: First Time Traveler Kit Award. Want to study abroad but don't have the funds to get started? The SoK Global Engagement Office and the Culture, Equity & Community Collective are now offering a First Time Traveler Kit initiative, including a passport, luggage, airplane pillow, swag and more!

This initiative is designed to provide School of Kinesiology students hoping to participate in global opportunities everything they would need to travel internationally. 

For more information and the application, visit the MCompass listing (https://mcompass.umich.edu/_portal/tds-program-brochure?programid=12497)

Other sources of funding:

  • Office of National Fellowships and Scholarships - see the ONSF website (lsa.umich.edu/onsf) for more information;
  • Office of Financial Aid - see the OFA study abroad webpage (finaid.umich.edu/apply-aid/studying-abroad) for more information;
  • International Center - visit the ICenter Study Abroad website (internationalcenter.umich.edu/abroad) for details;
  • International Institute - The II provides generous support to students for international and area studies including research abroad, international internships, and the study of less commonly taught languages. Visit the II website (ii.umich.edu/ii/funding.html) for a list of funding resources;
  • Rackham Graduate School - administers two types of fellowships, grants, and scholarships. See the Rackham funding webpage (rackham.umich.edu/funding) for details.

Thoughtfully preparing for your travels will allow you to have successful experiences abroad. The pre-departure resources on the global.umich.edu website (links below) will ensure that you are meeting all U-M requirements for University-related travel.

Identities Abroad 
As you consider international travel, it’s important to recognize that different social identities may impact your experience abroad in unique ways. We’ve gathered a collection of resources to help you explore how your social identities may influence where you choose to travel and affect the way you experience life in another country.

Diversity Abroad 
The Diversity Abroad community inspires, connects, and assists you in reaching your academic and career potential in our increasingly interconnected world. The Office of Global Engagement recommends reviewing the Guide to Global Programs and the Destination Guides before selecting the right global program for you.  

Preparing for your Travel
On this site you can find resources that will help you prepare for all stages of your experience abroad: early stages, right before departure, while abroad, and returning from abroad.

Requirements
Specific travel requirements can vary depending on your destination and your status as a student. Read the steps, from enrolling in health insurance to submitting a travel health plan or safety plan.

Register your Travel
All University-related travel must be registered. Travel information is gathered to locate and communicate with travelers, respond to emergencies, and serve as the central source of anonymous, aggregated travel abroad data for institutional reporting. 

Sustainable Travel Tips and Tricks
The environment matters wherever you go! Linked above is a list of tips and tricks to help promote sustainable travel. Sustainable travel is about adopting sustainable practices to lessen the negative environmental effects that accompany travel.

Global Michigan FAQs 
These FAQs offer guidance for traveling outside the US for University-related purposes. You can find information about U-M travel eligibility, planning your travel, travel abroad health insurance (GeoBlue), and other health and safety issues.

If you would like to study at U-M Kinesiology and are visiting from an international university on exchange, please complete this form: bit.ly/Kines_Incoming_Exchange.

U-M Admissions forms need to be completed as well: