Where Will Your Education Take You?

The Kennesaw State University (KSU) Office of Education Abroad will host its annual Education Abroad Fair this year. The Education Abroad Fair is an opportunity for KSU faculty and other exhibitors to present and promote their education abroad programs to students. The fair is a resource for students to learn about the more than 80 study abroad programs that are available to them while at KSU.

Students: No registration is required. Stop by at your convenience. We hope to see you there!

Faculty and Exhibitors: Please register here.

When & Where

Kennesaw Campus

Tuesday, October 24th, 10 am - 3 pm

Student Center University Rooms

Marietta Campus

Wednesday, November 15th, 11 am - 2 pm

Student Center 2nd Floor Lobby

Information for Students

Plan your day at the fair. Make sure you see everything, ask questions, and – most importantly – follow up! No registration is required for students. Stop by when you have the chance to begin your adventure abroad.

Education Abroad Student FAQs

  • The Education Abroad Fair is your chance to learn everything you can about KSU and non-KSU study abroad experiences. For each available program, you will find:

    • Exhibits
    • Artwork
    • Videos
    • Food native to the host country (by availability)

    Students can meet faculty members leading the programs and speak directly with peers who have already visited the countries.

  • There are opportunities through fellow University System of Georgia (USG) schools and international education organizations. Representatives from these organizations will be available at the fair to answer questions.

    Opportunities for course credits to count towards your KSU academic career are available even if participating in a non-KSU education abroad program. Speak to a KSU Education Abroad coordinator to find out more.

  • Find the perfect study abroad program? Apply online through the find a program page.

  • If you still have some questions about any of the programs, feel free to stop by the Education Abroad Office in the Academic Learning Center on the Kennesaw Campus to speak directly with an informed Education Abroad Coordinator. Open advising hours are Monday through Thursday from 9 a.m. - 4 p.m. or you can make in-person and virtual appointments with us.

    You can also call us at 470.578.6336 or send an email to educationabroad@kennesaw.edu.

Information for Faculty and Exhibitors

Exhibiting at the Education Abroad Fair is a great way for faculty and exhibitors to engage with potential program participants.

Faculty and Exhibitors FAQs

  • Registration for the Education Abroad Fair will be open until October 17th or until full. Be sure to register early because space is limited.
  • There is no charge for KSU faculty or partners to exhibit this year.
  • KSU Faculty and other exhibitors (KSU departments, other University System of Georgia Schools, non-USG institutions, and third-party providers) can register on our registration pages.

  • Kennesaw Campus: You may bring your materials to the University Rooms in the Carmichael Student Center starting at 9:00 a.m. on the day of the event.

    Marietta Campus: You may bring your materials to the Joe Mack Wilson Student Center starting at 10:00 a.m. on the day of the event.

  • The Education Abroad Office has put together a handy guide of Tips for the Fair, which includes strategies you can use to increase traffic to your exhibit.

  • Kennesaw State University is located in Cobb County, 20 minutes north of Atlanta on I-75. Take the Chastain Road Exit (number 271).

    If traveling northbound, turn left. Go to the third light and turn right onto Kennesaw State University Drive.

    If traveling southbound, take a right off the interstate, and then turn right at the second light on Kennesaw State University Drive.

    Continue straight on Kennesaw State University Drive for about one-tenth of a mile and park in Visitor Parking in front of the Kennesaw Student Center.

    See a campus map.

  • Yes, there are many options nearby. The KSU Athletic Department has several options listed for visitors.
  • Email us at educationabroad@kennesaw.edu or call 470-578-6336. You may also contact Lexie Baker, Interim Director of Education Abroad at abake131@kennesaw.edu or 470-578-2924.

Information for Volunteers

The Education Abroad Office seeks dedicated student volunteers to lend a hand at the Education Abroad Fair.

Volunteer opportunities are available during the fair as well as the days leading up to the fair. 

*More Details Coming Soon*

 

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