Teaching a Program Abroad

The Center for International Education (CIE) appreciates your interest in developing a faculty-led study abroad program. We look forward to assisting you in what will be a richly rewarding opportunity, both for your own professional development and the academic development of UWM students.

Although much work goes into developing and producing a successful study abroad program, you are not alone in this endeavor. CIE is happy to assist and guide you along by helping remove some of the burden associated with program development and coordination.

The following links provide a thorough review of the information to consider when applying to lead a study abroad program.

2009-10 Program Proposal Deadlines:

• April 10: Deadline for proposals to lead UWinteriM 2010 programs
• May 8: Faculty leader pre-departure orientation
• November 13: Deadline for proposals to lead summer 2010 programs
• December 15: Faculty leader pre-departure orientation

DEVELOPING A PROGRAM

• General Overview
• Factors to Consider
• Design Considerations
• Faculty Leader Responsibilities
• CIE Responsibilities
• Proposal Development and Approval Steps
• Development and Approval Timeline

AFTER PROGRAM APPROVAL

• Important Dates
• Marketing and Recruitment
• Money Issues
• Faculty Orientation
• Faculty Forms

PRIOR TO PROGRAM DEPARTURE

• Emergency Contact Information
• CISI Insurance Information
• Incident/Accident Report Form
• Receipt for Services Form

AFTER PROGRAM RETURN

• Travel Expense Report
• Program Debriefing