Vernon Larson Lecture Archive

December 11-12, 2024

Dr. Nurmala Simbolon, Director of the Language Center at Politeknik Negeri Pontianak (POLNEP). A Fulbright Visiting Scholar.

First-generation Students Education Abroad Experience:

3:30 p.m. @ McVay Town Hall within the Staley School of Leadership

In association with: K-State International Education Week #KStateIEW2023 #IEW2023 #KStateOIP

Join Rebeca Paz, Brent Holliday, and Katelin Christianer-Donkers as they present a case study of the First-Generation International Experience, an applied learning opportunity. A collaborative presentation by Education Abroad and the Office of First-generation Students.

Research indicates that high impact learning practices, such as education abroad programs, have a positive effect on student success, belonging, and retention. This is especially true for first-generation students who are underrepresented in education abroad participation compared to their continuing generation counterparts. In an effort to increase representation of first-generation students in education abroad programs, Kansas State University created a faculty-led study abroad experience mitigating cost to make it affordable for participants through partnerships and collaborations with campus partners. Come learn how education abroad experiences are helping to support the K-State Next-Gen Strategic plan!

In-person attendance is encouraged, however for those unable to physically attend please register in advance using this link: REGISTRATION CLOSED