Mississippi State University’s Office of Study Abroad is set to host its spring Study Abroad Fair  on  Jan. 27. 

 According to MSU’s website, the fair will take place on the first floor of the Colvard Student Union from 10 a.m. until 1 p.m.

Annika Campbell, Study Abroad coordinator, said students who attend the Study Abroad Fair will have the chance to learn about the options available to MSU students. 

“Faculty directors from many of our faculty-led programs will be on hand, as well as information about our exchange programs,” Campbell said. “There are study abroad options for all majors, minors, or electives and students of all classes are encouraged to stop by.  We also have information on scholarships, financial aid and passports.” 

Along with the fall and spring fair, interest sessions are held twice a week throughout the semester. Spring interest sessions are Mondays at 3:30 p.m. and Tuesdays at 10 a.m. in Allen 611. 

Campbell said there are many different programs available.

“Our Spring Fair features our faculty-led and exchange programs.  Although these are the most popular types of programs, there are other programs available through our provider companies,” Campbell said. “If students are unable to find a program that works for them at the fair, there are still plenty of other program options available through provider companies. There is something for everyone. Come with an open mind and we will help you find the program for you.”

Kelley Mazzola, sophomore history major, said she has always wanted to study abroad and sees it as a great way to gain exposure to other cultures and worldly experiences. 

 “It’s just one of those things on my bucket list and I finally have the opportunity this summer to do so,” Mazzola said. 

Mazzola said she will be studying German language and culture while spending six weeks in Berlin. 

“My major is history, with a focus on German culture and modern history, so learning the language and having that immersion in the culture is extremely important,” she said. “This particular program will allow me to have that exposure while also giving me an opportunity to earn MSU credit hours with an MSU faculty member and with other MSU students.”

When speaking about the actual application process, Mazzola said it was relatively easy. 

“I was honestly a little surprised it wasn’t a little harder, but it was thorough,” she said. “The Study Abroad office has done a good job in making the application process and the learning  process easier, with interest sessions and student to Study Abroad office representative advising.” 

If students are unable to attend the fair, they can contact the Study Abroad office by email at [email protected], or visit its website at studyabroad.msstate.edu.