Introduction to COIL

3:00pm – 3:30pm Collaborative Online International Learning (COIL) connects students and professors in different countries for collaborative projects and discussions as part of their coursework. Explore the possibilities when you bring COIL into your teaching and research. COIL Collaborations between students and professors provide meaningful, significant opportunities for global experiences built into programs of study. COIL enhances intercultural student interaction through meaningful online engagement, while providing universities a cost-effective way to ensure that their students are globally engaged. Buffalo State is a member of the SUNY COIL center. As a member, we can offer you a multitude of professional development opportunities and a network of potential partners.

Introduction to Faculty-led Programming

3:30pm- 4:00pm Interested in taking students abroad? Considering a course that culminates in an in-country experience for you and your students? Come to learn how to navigate the study abroad proposal process & website. Faculty can learn about resources available to assist them with the proposal process. Join us to have a better understanding of SUNY and BSC travel policies and procedures. Come to be connected with like-minded colleagues. The world is reopening and our students are interested in getting out there and making their mark on it.

Refreshments provided.

Presenter: Melissa Holland