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Methods, Systems, and Suggestions: Underrepresentation in Education Abroad
A number of resources exist to assist education abroad professionals recruit, advise, and support students from underrepresented populations to engage in education abroad.
Underrepresented Populations in Education Abroad
Underrepresented Populations: Funding Options
In addition to resources on the NAFSA Web site, the subcommittee is also involved in the Project for Learning Abroad, Training, and Outreach (PLATO) whose Web site is hosted at Loyola Marymount University.
Diversity Issues in Study Abroad
The results of a survey which elicited responses from former study abroad participants.
What Can Study Abroad in Latin America Offer Me?
A two-part seminar and accompanying pamphlet designed to combat underrepresentation of minority students and to encourage interest in Latin America.
Preparing Veterinary Students in International Conservation and Development
A year-long series of seminars designed to provide veterinary students with skills – not taught in the core veterinary curriculum – for working internationally.
Cross-Cultural Preparation for Medical Students Participating in International Service Opportunities
A weekend preparatory retreat for medical students selected to participate in summer placement at international sites.
Web Resources on Underrepresentation in Education Abroad
The Subcommittee on Underrepresentation in Education Abroad (charged by NAFSA's Knowledge Community for Education Abroad) has created a number of Web-based resources to assist education abroad professionals working with underrepresented students.Underrepresented Populations in Education Abroad
Underrepresented Populations: Funding Options
In addition to resources on the NAFSA Web site, the subcommittee is also involved in the Project for Learning Abroad, Training, and Outreach (PLATO) whose Web site is hosted at Loyola Marymount University.
Newsletter on Underrepresentation in Education Abroad
The Subcommittee on Underrepresentation in Education Abroad (charged by NAFSA's Knowledge Community for Education Abroad) publishes a newsletter containing ideas for and information about recruiting, advising, and supporting students from underrepresented groups. These newsletters can be found in the Document Library of the Education Abroad Professional Network under the "Student Advising" category.COOP Library
Since 1974, NAFSA's Cooperative Grants Program (COOP) has provided seed funding for creative programs involving U.S. and international students and scholars, community members, faculty, and campus staff. A number of those programs are highlighted in the COOP Model Program Library. Some of the model programs that specifically address underrepresentation in education abroad are listed below.Diversity Issues in Study Abroad
The results of a survey which elicited responses from former study abroad participants.
What Can Study Abroad in Latin America Offer Me?
A two-part seminar and accompanying pamphlet designed to combat underrepresentation of minority students and to encourage interest in Latin America.
Preparing Veterinary Students in International Conservation and Development
A year-long series of seminars designed to provide veterinary students with skills – not taught in the core veterinary curriculum – for working internationally.
Cross-Cultural Preparation for Medical Students Participating in International Service Opportunities
A weekend preparatory retreat for medical students selected to participate in summer placement at international sites.
