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Encourage students to develop international skills and prepare for work in the global economy.

INTRODUCTION: Jean-Marc Hachey, author and founder of MyWorldAbroad , is pleased to offer client schools full reproduction rights for all the components of o ur Global Nudge Newsletter . Below, you will find a month-by-month collection of themed content based on the school year cycle. Pick and choose from the content below to create your own newsletter and/or adapted for your social media campaigns.

ContentsMONTHLY THEMES with CALLS TO ACTION.................................................................................................2

AUGUST: Set Your International Goals: NOW Is the Time to Make Plans!....................................................................2

SEPTEMBER: Back to School Is Here! Are You Thinking Globally?................................................................................3

OCTOBER: Dare to Dream: Study Abroad & Change Your Life!.....................................................................................4

NOVEMBER: Look in the Mirror & See Your International Self.....................................................................................5

DECEMBER: The Joys & Challenges of Going Abroad....................................................................................................6

JANUARY: Wishing You A Year of Cross-Cultural Excellence!........................................................................................7

FEBRUARY: Languages: They’re International Skills Too!..............................................................................................8

MARCH: Spring Break, Summers Abroad & More.........................................................................................................9

APRIL: So, You Want an International Job..................................................................................................................10

MAY: Boost Your Career While You’re Traveling........................................................................................................11

JUNE: Let’s Look Back At Your International Year.......................................................................................................12

JULY: Peer-to-peer Global Learning!...........................................................................................................................13

QUICK GUIDES: Got 10 minutes? We’ve got Quick Guides!...........................................................................14

QUIZZES: What’s your score? Take an international quiz!.................................................................................17

TRAVEL QUOTES: Worldly Wisdom........................................................................................................................19

IMAGES & INSTRUCTIONS...................................................................................................................................20

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MONTHLY THEMES with CALLS TO ACTIONMake use of our themes, advice or calls to action (p.2-13)

See this sample newsletter, which incorporates all elements in this document: Quick Guides (p.14), Quizzes (p.17), Travel Quotes (p.19) and Images (p.20).

QUICK GUIDE: The “So, What Can You Do Right Now?” element is also available as a Quick Guide: The International School Year Check List (available in French).

AUGUST: Set Your International Goals: NOW Is the Time to Make Plans!

Set Your International Goals: NOW Is the Time to Make Plans!

The new school term is right around the corner. Soon, you’ll be caught up in the exciting rush of new classes, new friends, and new ambitions. And speaking of personal ambitions, now is the ideal time to plan your international skill-building and go-abroad goals for the upcoming year.

Over the past decade, international skills have become crucial for career success – no matter whether you’re planning to work at home or abroad. So, when you’re outlining your plans for the school year, ask yourself what steps you’ll be taking to build international and cross-cultural experience. Becoming a truly global citizen takes dedication and planning; now’s the time to start your journey. Don’t delay; start building skills today!

So, What Can You Do Right Now?

Check out the language learning and internationally-focused courses at your school. Include them in your course load for the upcoming semester.

Find out what international and cross-cultural clubs and events take place on your campus. Choose one and plan to join.

Make the decision to head abroad: This school year or next summer could be the perfect time to change your life by heading abroad to study, volunteer, intern or work. Already been abroad? Why not try a new country and a new context?

Research which professors at your school know about the international aspects of your field of study. Could you pick up a part-time job as a research assistant? Attend or volunteer at an international conference? Start getting creative!

Don’t have a passport yet? Set the wheels in motion to get one. Currently abroad? Take the time to evaluate your cross-cultural progress. What have you learned

about yourself, your host culture and your professional future?

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SEPTEMBER: Back to School Is Here! Are You Thinking Globally?Back to School Is Here! Are You Thinking Globally?

The time has come! The hustle and bustle of the school year is beginning: orientations, introductions and first classes are all getting underway – and your international skill-building journey starts now.

During the coming school year, you have a huge opportunity to develop cross-cultural skills by becoming involved in internationally focused clubs, classes and activities, as well as go-abroad programs. By the end of this semester, you could be on your way to learning a new language, being up-to-date on all the latest international news in your field of interest, or applying to have a life-changing experience abroad.

Incorporating cultural activities and international skill-building into your school experience is simple – it only requires you to be enthusiastic and open-minded.

So, What Can You Do Right Now?

If you didn’t already check out international courses in your field, look into them now. See if you can audit or enroll in them. Having an international perspective on your major is seriously valuable.

Use the introductory weeks of class to make friends with new international students and join clubs with cross-cultural or international focuses.

Head to your study abroad office or career center to get early information on go-abroad programs and scholarships offered by your school and. Chat with an advisor about your interests and unique goals.

Is there a study abroad fair happening in your area? Go! Chat! Mingle! Get inspired and start to plan your next international adventure.

Currently abroad? Be sure to engage socially with the local population. Your experience will be so much richer.

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OCTOBER: Dare to Dream: Study Abroad & Change Your Life!Dare to Dream: Study Abroad & Change Your Life!

School is kicking into higher gear now: workloads are increasing, tests are being scheduled, you’ve been given some assignments – and hopefully you’ve started to engage in cross-cultural learning on campus. If you’re an open-minded, adaptable student who is inspired by the idea of seeing the world, now is the time to research go-abroad program deadlines.

Have you dreamed of landing in a foreign country and having a life-changing experience? It might seem like a distant goal, but with planning, research and momentum, you can absolutely make it happen. Your school and MyWorldAbroad have resources dedicated to your international engagement and success. Don’t miss the chance to take advantage of them!

So, What Can You Do Right Now?

Do you have a chosen field or industry? If so, start networking with international experts in that field. Ask if they would consider mentoring or advising you as you progress through your studies.

Go to your college’s study abroad office or career center homepage. Check out what international program options your school has. Highlight the ones that interest you and make an appointment to meet an advisor.

Don’t forget to keep up your international skill-building activities at home. If, for example, you’ve started learning a language, keep it up!

Currently abroad? Get in contact with local employers in your field of study or interest. Be forward, energetic and enthusiastic when networking with them.

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NOVEMBER: Look in the Mirror & See Your International Self

Look in the Mirror & See Your International Self

So, you’ve accomplished your first goals at school this year, but the pressure is still on: final exams, program application deadlines, and more. If you’re a senior, you may also be starting to prepare graduate school applications and thinking about your next steps after college. Hopefully, you’ve also managed to fit in some internationally oriented extra-curricular activities, and started thinking about how to incorporate cross-cultural learning and time abroad into your college experience. Be proud of everything you’ve achieved!

Self-assessment is one of the most important parts of the international skill-building journey. This month, we want to remind you to take some time for self-assessment, whether you are applying for an international program, preparing to head abroad next semester, or simply building your cross-cultural skills at home.

The preparation process for international programs is different depending on the specific type of experience (e.g. study abroad, volunteer abroad, intern abroad) but they all have one thing in common: in order to succeed in the application process and the programs themselves, you’ll need to have an awareness of your skills, goals and international personality. Sit down with a pen and paper, or with your laptop, and ask yourself the right questions: What is your level of cross-cultural sensitivity? What do you know about your home culture and about foreign cultures? What are your international goals? How adaptable are you? How have your international skills changed or developed over the past three months? You will discover that the answers to these questions become very valuable to you as you begin applying for jobs and international placements.

So, What Can You Do Right Now?

Meet with advisors in your career center and study abroad offices in order to create a top-notch application for your international program of choice.

Keep up your international skill-building activities at home and on campus. Keep up with international news outlets, take small steps to learn about other cultures, keep up any language learning that you may have started.

If you’re taking single-semester courses, start thinking about how you can make your studies even more international with your course selection for next semester.

Currently abroad? Don’t limit your time abroad to just your host country. Instead, make a point of traveling to other nearby or accessible countries.

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DECEMBER: The Joys & Challenges of Going AbroadThe Joys and Challenges of Going Abroad The holidays are almost here. If you’re heading abroad this holiday season to take part in a placement or program, congratulations! This is sure to be a life-changing break from your normal college life, and you’ll be receiving the best gift there is: perspective.

The value of going abroad as a young person simply can’t be overstated. Heading into a foreign culture by yourself allows you to learn about so many things, all at once. You’ll learn about your host culture, but also about your home culture. You’ll learn about the people you meet, but also about yourself. You’ll use the skills you already have, but you’ll also become even more self-reliant, adaptable and resourceful. In short: the challenge of going abroad is an opportunity to grow personally and professionally in ways you will appreciate for years to come.

Culture shock is one of the major challenges that students face when they head abroad alone for the first time. No matter how strong or independent you may be, almost every student will experience these phases: honeymoon, anxiety, rejection, adjustment. Do these terms sound familiar to you? They are the four stages of culture shock and understanding them is an important part of your pre-departure preparation.

So, What Can You Do Right Now?

Use your holiday time to do some career planning and goal setting for the coming year. Take time to learn about cultures and traditions apart from your own. It’s easy to get caught up in our

own celebrations, but learning about other cultures, including how and why they celebrate, can be interesting and rewarding.

Next semester, consider being a guide for new international students on campus. This is a great way to learn about other cultures, and to help foreign students adjust to life in North America.

Currently abroad? Learn to professionally describe your host country culture. In order to do this, you must first make an effort to understand the culture, then become confident conveying that information.

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JANUARY: Wishing You A Year of Cross-Cultural Excellence!Wishing You a Year of Cross-cultural Excellence!

2020 has arrived! Hopefully your time away from school was both relaxing and invigorating, and now you’re ready to begin the next phase of college life. With the New Year comes the exciting opportunity to set new goals, discover new career-boosting prospects and further develop your international skill set.

Regaining concentration after a period away from your “work self” can seem tough. But a great way to restart your engine is to re-focus on your intended outcomes. One of the primary goals of all your international activities is to build a killer professional profile because, as you already know, cross-cultural skills and international experience have become crucial components for career success in almost every industry.

So, what does the ideal international employee look like? What are the qualities of your future global self? Well, the ideal international worker is self-aware, adaptable and has outstanding cross-cultural communication skills. They have knowledge of the news and latest social and political issues in their region/s of interest, as well as language skills and organizational skills. Every step you take towards cross-cultural understanding and internationalization (no matter how small) is going to get you closer to that ideal international employee profile.

So, What Can You Do Right Now?

Stay on top of all your application deadlines! Give yourself adequate time to research, self-assess and write an outstanding application.

If you haven’t already, make a list of your international goals for the coming year. Think ahead to Spring Break: Ask your study abroad office if there are any short-term opportunities

available. Currently abroad? Don’t get caught in the “foreign student loop” interacting only with fellow

international students. Stay focused on connecting with the local student population.

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FEBRUARY: Languages: They’re International Skills Too!Languages: They’re International Skills Too!

Interconnectedness is the key trait of the global economy in the 21st century. Business is being done across borders, and workers in hundreds of industries are finding themselves communicating with colleagues from around the world. Because of this interconnectedness, language skills add major value to your professional profile, and learning a second language while you’re still in college should be high on your to-do list.

Being competent in more than one language shows a potential employer that you’re fully invested in building real-world global career skills, and you’ve done the homework to back it up. For those learning the dominant language of a specific foreign country or region, it proves your interest in working with (or in) that part of the world, making you a more attractive potential employee.

If you’re in the process of choosing a study abroad destination, it might seem simpler to go somewhere you already know the language, but consider choosing somewhere off the beaten path, with a different official language. By doing so, you’re adding an extra dimension to your skill-building experience abroad. Learning another language boosts your future career and engages your mind, and it puts you in direct contact with foreigners who can help you build additional cross-cultural communication skills, too!

If you’re staying on campus, sign up for language learning courses or activities. If you’re heading abroad, why not take the opportunity to learn a new language while you’re there?

So, What Can You Do Right Now?

If you’re stuck on campus, meet up with an international student who can start teaching you their home language, or join language learning or tandem language groups.

Watch movies and start listening to radio in the language you want to learn. Even if you don’t understand everything, you’ll start to recognize the rhythm and melody.

Senior students: Now is the time to build your international resume. Start researching and prepping the strongest CV possible. You might also consider applying for a master’s abroad.

Currently abroad? Learn the local language. Not only will this make your time abroad more enjoyable, it also adds big value to your professional resume.

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MARCH: Spring Break, Summers Abroad & More Spring Break, Summers Abroad & More

For some of you, the good news has come in and you’re confirmed for a summer abroad program. Congratulations! Whether you’re going to be volunteering, studying or interning, there’s no question that you’re about to have a life-changing experience. You’ll learn things you never expected to learn, meet people you never expected to meet, and come home one step closer to having the ideal international professional profile.

If you’re one of those heading abroad for the summer or for a short-term Spring Break program, don’t skip pre-departure preparation! Getting up-to-speed about the phases of culture shock, the specific customs of your host culture, and the practicalities of traveling to and from your destination is crucial to making your trip run smoothly. Keep in mind: no matter how prepared you are, there will always be surprises and challenges, so the more prepared you are, the better!

And if you’re not heading abroad this summer, don’t worry! You can still benefit from the tips offered to students who are heading abroad and use them for your future adventures overseas. Consider using your Spring Break time to make clear and precise international goals for the coming months and years. Good luck!

So, What Can You Do Right Now?

If you’re heading abroad this summer, start researching your host destination now. Learn about the history and politics of the country, but also take time to research forms of communication, the cultural approach to business relationships, and any rules of etiquette that might come in handy. The more you know, the better!

If you’re staying at home, start a program of “international research.” Learn about global trends in your professional field of interest, start connecting with potential mentors and do regular research online. Constant progress is one of the keys to building global career skills.

Plan an internationally-oriented activity during your Spring Break. Either take a trip or participate in a program abroad or undertake a cross-cultural activity or research project at home.

Currently abroad? Show initiative in your cross-cultural environment. Volunteer, organize an event or manage a team. These international experiences will give your career a big boost.

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APRIL: So, You Want an International JobSo, You Want an International Job

Whether you’re a first-year student or a senior, chances are you’ve already given some thought to your future career. At this time of year, it’s natural to start thinking about your life outside or beyond college, and we wanted to give you a framework for thinking about the international job search.

As you already know, those who succeed professionally in the new global economy require international career skills and cross-cultural know-how. Some of the most exciting jobs are those that allow and require you to interact across international borders, and to do business with foreign cultures.

It’s easy to imagine that the best way to find an international job is to choose the country you want to work in, and then start looking for a job there. But did you know that young professionals almost never work directly with foreign firms? Contrary to popular belief, the best way to find an international job is not by doing a country-specific job search! Working with North American firms, businesses or government departments who do international work is the best way to find international opportunities. This single tip can save young professionals months of hardship as they search for work abroad and come up empty-handed. Beat the pack by starting your international job search in the right place: at home!

So, What Can You Do Right Now? Talk to your career center about your personal career goals. Tell them that you’re interested in

having an international dimension to your future career. If you have final group projects coming up at school, try to work with international students, or

suggest working online with students from an institution abroad. Stay creative about internationalizing your course work!

Currently abroad? Consider extending your stay to volunteer, teach English, travel or network professionally with experts in your field.

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MAY: Boost Your Career While You’re Traveling Boost Your Career While You’re Traveling

Perhaps you’re heading overseas on an internship this summer; or maybe you’re planning to study abroad next fall; or you might just be looking ahead to your backpacking adventure after graduation. No matter when your next adventure abroad might be, it’s never too early to think about how you’ll maximize the career value of that trip.

Getting ready for an upcoming program or journey abroad is one of the most exciting times in a student’s life. The excitement and anticipation begin building as soon as the plan is made, and it keeps building until the moment you arrive in your host country. It’s easy to get overwhelmed in this process, but keep in mind that going abroad also has huge career value. If you prepare yourself mentally in advance of your trip, you’ll be ready to take advantage of every professional opportunity that presents itself.

Whether you’re going abroad to travel, study, intern or volunteer, make professionalization a top priority. Be outgoing, immerse yourself in local culture, offer your services to local businesses, network with people working in your industry, integrate and learn as much as possible about your host culture.

So, What Can You Do Right Now?

When going abroad, have a career objective in mind. This will help you to stay focused on immersion, networking and maximizing the value of every day abroad.

If there’s an alumnus, student ambassador or staff member at your school who has visited the country you’re interested in, talk to that person about his or her experiences.

Currently abroad? Volunteer in your field of interest while abroad. This can connect you with local professionals and help you build strong contacts in your host country.

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JUNE: Let’s Look Back At Your International YearLet’s Look Back at Your International Year

You made it! The school year is over and summer is right around the corner. Now it’s almost time for a well-deserved break.

This is also the perfect time to pause and take a look back at the school year, and to assess your progress and achievements. Did you set international or cross-cultural goals for yourself at the beginning of the year? How far have you come in relation to those goals? Have you been abroad, built professional networks or taken decisive action to internationalize your campus experience?

Whatever your level of achievement this year, congratulate yourself for your hard work. Take pride in the fact that you’ve made it this far, and even if you did not meet every goal you set for yourself, you’ve still gained invaluable skills, and new perspective on yourself and your future. Take the time to think about this past year in a professional context. Did you build connections, learn a language or find a new mentor? What skills did you build? Did you connect with international students on campus? Do you feel more prepared to go abroad, or build an international career? Use MyWorldAbroad’s self-evaluation links to help you work through this important process. We wish you good luck on your final school activities!

So, What Can You Do Right Now?

Stay aware of world events, even while you take a moment to relax after a stressful school year. Do you have good economic and geographic knowledge of the world? If not, get curious!

If you’re arriving home after a year or semester abroad, be sure you understand the re-entry process and how to use your newfound skills to land an international job.

Still feeling motivated? Talk to your study abroad office or career center about next year and the opportunities that are waiting ahead.

Currently abroad? Research to find out if there are any local job fairs taking place. Imagine the value of meeting a hundred local employers in one day.

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JULY: Peer-to-peer Global Learning!Peer-to-peer Global Learning!

Over the course of the school year, we hope that you had the opportunity to read and engage with all the material available on MyWorldAbroad. We also hope that these monthly updates inspired you to think about your international skills, and to get involved in cross-cultural activities both on and off campus.

We also hope that you had a chance to check out Stories From Abroad, where you can hear from other young people who have succeeded abroad. If you went abroad this year, we also encourage you to share your story. Not only will other students benefit from your insights, but writing your Story From Abroad is a great way to think objectively about your time abroad, and to evaluate the skills you built on your journey.

Enjoy the rest of your summer, and if you are abroad right now– make the very most of it! Congratulations on all your achievements, and we look forward to sharing the coming school year with you. So, What Can You Do Right Now?

Use your summer holidays to begin thinking about your international goals for the coming school year.

If you’re heading abroad, keep in mind everything you have learned over the past year: Stay focused on total immersion and building enriching experiences with local friends and professionals in your field. Stay proactive, enthusiastic and open to opportunities.

Currently abroad? Make acquiring professional experience and skills a central component of your time overseas. Keeping this in the front of your mind will make you aware of every opportunity.

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QUICK GUIDES: Got 10 minutes? We’ve got Quick Guides!

Each Quick Guide has been chosen to support the monthly themes shown above (see pages 2-13).

For additional content, see our 37 Quick Guides, available in English, French and Spanish.

For Content Descriptions of our 37 Quick Guides see this page.

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MONTH Quick Guide Link with short description

Content Description & Language Links

AUGUST 10 Easy Ways for First Year Students to Build International Skills International skills have huge value!

This MyWorldAbroad Quick Guide gives you the inside scoop on how to use your first years in college to gain cross-cultural experience and boost your post-grad job prospects.

[Also available in French and Spanish.]

The Ideal International Profile Be an outstanding candidate!

What does it take to stand out from the crowd? What are the skills that international employers look for in their applicants and what can you do to build them? This MyWorldAbroad Quick Guide has the answers.

[Also available in French and Spanish.]

The International School Year Check List Stay on top of your goals month by month!

Make every month count with this checklist for building international skills and experience over the school year. This MyWorldAbroad Quick Guide will help you achieve your goals. 

[Also available in French.]

SEPTEMBER

24 Ways To Help You Go International Be an outstanding candidate!

Building real-world international experience will enrich your life, give you a fresh perspective and open the door to countless new professional opportunities. This MyWorldAbroad Quick Guide will get your started on your cross-cultural future.

[Also available in French and Spanish.]

The Four Parts to Acquiring Global Career Skills Are you ready for the challenge?

So, you want to have an international career? The global workforce is competitive, but by following MyWorldAbroad’s four-part approach to international career-building, you’ll place yourself ahead of the crowd!

[Also available in French and Spanish.]

OCTOBER The Go Abroad Application Process Get organized to get ahead!

Volunteering abroad is one of the most popular ways to see the world, but before rushing to apply for the first program you find, there are some important questions to answer. Read

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this MyWorldAbroad Quick Guide to find out what they are.

[Also available in French.]

How to Apply for an International Internship Without Ever Having Traveled Abroad No Experience? No problem!

As someone who has never traveled abroad, how can you compete with thousands of other students to land an international internship? Learn how to develop your approach and build your confidence with this MyWorldAbroad Quick Guide.

[Also available in French.]

How to Research an Organization Find your ideal go-abroad adventure!

Take the time to research potential programs in detail, and you’ll greatly increase your chance of having a spectacular experience abroad! This MyWorldAbroad Quick Guide outlines the ideal research process from start to finish.

NOVEMBER Your International IQ Get ahead with a global mindset!

People who have traveled and lived abroad are different from those who haven't! This MyWorldAbroad Quick Guide tells you exactly what an International IQ is and how to build one.

[Also available in French and Spanish.]

The Ideal International Profile Be an outstanding candidate!

What does it take to stand out from the crowd? What are the skills that international employers look for in their applicants and what can you do to build them? This MyWorldAbroad Quick Guide has the answers.

[Also available in French and Spanish.]

DECEMBER Culture Shock Get ready for your adventure abroad!

It’s important to remember that the whole process of cultural adaptation is a rite of passage, and being prepared can make a big difference.

[Also available in French and Spanish.]

Re-entry Shock Succeed with cross-cultural essentials!

So, you’ve been abroad, had a life-altering experience and learned so much about yourself and the world, but now it's time to head home. This MyWorldAbroad Quick Guide will help you deal with re-entry shock and the readjustment to your home country.

[Also available in French.]

JANUARY Career-boosting Strategies for International Students Studying in North America Maximize your time in North America!

Are you an international student studying in North America? Are you interested in maximizing the career value of your time in the US or Canada? If so, don't miss this MyWorldAbroad Quick Guide.

[Also available in French and Spanish.]

The North American Identity in the International Workplace Get to know your own culture!

Did you know that being able to describe and analyze your own culture is a key part of an International IQ? This MyWorldAbroad Quick Guide will help you get objective about North American work culture.

[Also available in French and Spanish.]

FEBRUARY Language Learning and International Careers Communicate across cultures!

Knowledge of one or more foreign languages adds an important dimension to your international skill set and puts you in direct contact with foreign cultures. Check out this MyWorldAbroad Quick Guide for more.

[Also available in French.]

Teaching English Overseas: A Stepping Stone to International Careers  Jump-start your global

Teaching English is one of the easiest ways to spend an extended period abroad, earning money and building crucial skills. If you're considering going abroad to teach English, check

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career! out this MyWorldAbroad Quick Guide.

MARCH Travel Smarts Are you a street-wise traveler?

Getting ready to go abroad is about more than just buying your ticket and hopping on a plane. Get tips on how to prepare, both emotionally and practically, for your upcoming journey.

[Also available in French.]

Funding Hacks: Going Abroad No Matter Your Budget You CAN go abroad!

When you’re abroad, you’ll want to focus on the incredible cross-cultural experiences you’re having, not be worrying about your budget. This MyWorldAbroad Quick Guide will give you the motivation to prepare and think practically about your finances.

[Also available in French.]

APRIL Debunking the Myths About How Young Professionals Find International Jobs  International job search essentials!

Get realistic about your future abroad. This must-read MyWorldAbroad Quick Guide describes some of the most popular (false) beliefs about international career building.

[Also available in French and Spanish.]

The Ideal International Profile Be an outstanding candidate!

What does it take to stand out from the crowd? What are the skills that international employers look for in their applicants and what can you do to build them? This MyWorldAbroad Quick Guide has the answers.

[Also available in French and Spanish.]

MAY Career-Boosting Strategies While Studying Abroad Think strategically while abroad! 

Have you considered supercharging your time abroad by incorporating a professional component? This MyWorldAbroad Quick Guide will help you make the most of your study abroad adventure.

[Also available in French.]

Job Hunting During Your International Internship Set your sights on career success!

Boosting the career potential of your time abroad is all about perspective and confidence. Are you bold, curious and prepared to act on every opportunity? This MyWorldAbroad Quick Guide will help you gain clarity and achieve your goals.

[Also available in French.]

JUNE Marketing Your International Experience to Employers Speak confidently about your skills!

If you've traveled or lived abroad, then you've built a high-value skill set. But being able to describe your international experiences is almost as important as the experiences themselves. Learn how to assess your skills and how to explain them in a way that will impress an employer in this MyWorldAbroad Quick Guide.

[Also available in French.]

Selling Your International Skills With An Elevator Pitch Describe your professional self!

You never know when you might run into a potential employer who surprises you with the phrase, "tell me about yourself." An elevator pitch is a short, comprehensive (and impressive) description of your skills and objectives. You should always have one ready, and this MyWorldAbroad Quick Guide will tell you how to prepare it.

[Also available in French.]

JULY Study Abroad for a Great Education Build skills, perspective & confidence!

The quickest, most exciting way to build your international IQ is by going abroad. This Quick Guide provides key guidelines on making the most of your study abroad experience. Don’t miss it!

[Also available in French.]

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QUIZZES: What’s your score? Take an international quiz!

Each of our seven quizzes has been chosen to support the monthly themes (see pages 2-13). Some quizzes are duplicated.

Quizzes are also available here, including the MWA Auto Scorecard.

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AUGUST Are you building your international profile while on campus?

Are you internationalizing your on-campus experience? Take this MyWorldAbroad quiz to find out if you’re maximizing your international potential!

SEPTEMBER Do you have an international personality?

Being internationally minded involves having a specific set of personality traits. Take this MyWorldAbroad quiz to find out where your strengths are!

OCTOBER What's your experience of (or interest in) studying abroad?

Studying abroad is the best way to build international skills while in school. Take this MyWorldAbroad quiz and learn how to maximize the opportunities available to you!

NOVEMBER What's your level of cross-cultural understanding?

Do you love to learn about cultures? Do you often connect with people of different backgrounds? Assess your cross-cultural openness with this MyWorldAbroad quiz.

DECEMBER Do you have what it takes to adapt abroad?

Adaptability is a key benchmark in assessing your readiness to go international. Take this MyWorldAbroad quiz to find out if you are open to the unexpected!

JANUARY Are you building your international profile while on campus?

Are you internationalizing your on-campus experience? Take this MyWorldAbroad quiz to find out if you’re maximizing your international potential!

FEBRUARY What's your experience of (or interest in) studying abroad?

Studying abroad is the best way to build international skills while in school. Take this MyWorldAbroad quiz and learn how to maximize the opportunities available to you?

MARCH Are you boosting your international skills outside university?

Cross-cultural experiences off-campus can greatly enhance your international understanding. This MyWorldAbroad quiz will help you assess your level of engagement.

APRIL How much do you know about international jobs in your field?

Are you preparing yourself for global career success? Find out what you’re doing right – and what you can do better – with this MyWorldAbroad quiz.

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MAY Do you have an international personality?

Being internationally-minded involves having a specific set of personality traits. Take this MyWorldAbroad quiz to find out where your strengths are!

JUNE How much do you know about international jobs in your field?

Are you preparing yourself for global career success? Find out what you’re doing right – and what you can do better – with this MyWorldAbroad quiz.

JULY What's your level of cross-cultural understanding?

Do you love to learn about cultures? Do you often connect with people of different backgrounds? Assess your cross-cultural openness with this MyWorldAbroad quiz.

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TRAVEL QUOTES: Worldly Wisdom

Each of our Worldly Wisdom travel quotes have been chosen to support the monthly themes (see pages 2-13).

A collection of 150 travel quotes is available in this Excel file (see the purple tab at the bottom of the Excel spreadsheet).

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MONTH QUOTEAUGUST “We start going downhill when we stop taking risks.”

--Laird Hamilton, professional surfer

SEPTEMBER “The journey, not the arrival, matters.” --T.S. Eliot, poet

OCTOBER “Certainly, travel is more than the seeing of sights; it is a change that goes on, deep and permanent, in the ideas of living.” --Miriam Beard, author

NOVEMBER “The world is a book, and those who do not travel read only a page.” --Saint Augustine, theologian

DECEMBER “Traveling: It leaves you speechless, then turns you into a storyteller.” --Ibn Battuta, explorer

JANUARY “A traveler without observation is a bird without wings.” --Moslih Eddin Saadi, poet

FEBRUARY “The limits of my language are the limits of my world.” --Ludwig Wittgenstein, philosopher

MARCH “The traveler sees what he sees. The tourist sees what he has come to see.” --Gilbert K. Chesterton, writer and poet

APRIL “Certainly, travel is more than the seeing of sights; it is a change that goes on, deep and permanent, in the ideas of living.” --Mary Ritter Beard, historian and archivist

MAY “It always seems impossible until it’s done.”--Nelson Mandela, politician and revolutionary

JUNE “It is good to have an end to journey toward; but it is the journey that matters, in the end.” --Ernest Hemingway, author

JULY “Wherever you go becomes a part of you somehow.”--Anita Desai, novelist

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Themes AUGUST: Set Your International Goals: NOW is the time to

make plans! SEPTEMBER: Back to school is here! Are you thinking

globally? OCTOBER: Dare to Dream: Study Abroad & Change Your

Life! NOVEMBER: Look in the Mirror & See Your International

Self DECEMBER: The Joys & Challenges of Going Abroad JANUARY: Wishing You A Year of Cross-Cultural Excellence! FEBRUARY: Languages: They’re international skills too! MARCH: Spring Break, Summers Abroad & More APRIL: So, You Want an International Job MAY: Boost Your Career While You’re Traveling JUNE: Let’s Look Back At Your International Year JULY: Peer-to-peer Global Learning!

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AUGUST Set Your International Goals: NOW is the time to make plans!

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SEPTEMBERBack to School Is Here! Are You Thinking Globally?

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OCTOBERDare to Dream: Study Abroad & Change Your Life!

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NOVEMBERLook in the Mirror & See Your International Self

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DECEMBERThe Joys & Challenges of Going Abroad

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JANUARYWishing You A Year of Cross-Cultural Excellence!

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FEBRUARYLanguages: They’re International Skills Too!

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MARCHSpring Break, Summers Abroad & More

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APRILSo, You Want an International Job

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MAYBoost Your Career While You’re Traveling

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JUNELet’s Look Back At Your International Year

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JULYPeer-to-peer Global Learning!

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