GEO Weekly Bulletin - 08/28/2023
Check out this week's GEO Bulletin to stay up-to-date on what's happening! This week includes welcoming our new international and exchange students, an introduction to our new Global Engagement Office Ambassadors, and the Welcome Reception happening this Thursday, August 31st in International Hall 107!
Welcome International and Exchange Students!
On Friday, August 2nd, the Global Engagement Office held the New International and NSE Orientation. During this time we welcomed the new exchange students, took a tour of campus, and participated in a really fun trivia about California’s history and culture. Everyone walked away with great prizes. We are so thrilled to have you all and hope you have an amazing semester at Sonoma State University!
Meet the Global Ambassadors!
We are happy to introduce the new Global Ambassador team for the Fall 2023 semester! Each student is an SSU study away alumni who recently completed a year abroad in their respective countries. Our team of 4 is so excited to start working with students, share experiences, and educate about studying away!
Natalie Dutton is a 4th year Art Gallery and Museums Study major who completed her junior year abroad in Florence, Italy.
Sabrina Filmon is a 4th year Business Marketing major who spent the 2022-2023 academic year in Seoul, South Korea.
Wesley Hamilton is a 4th year Liberal Studies Major and History minor who studied away in Niigata, Japan during the 2022-2023 academic year.
Audrey Vergniault is a 3rd year Biology and Business major and French minor who studied away in Paris, France during her 2nd year.
Welcome Reception Thursday, August 31st
This Thursday the Global Engagement Office will be holding our Welcome Reception at 12pm in International Hall 107! During this event, we will welcome our new exchange and international students as well as returning study away students. This is a great opportunity to meet new people, learn about studying away, and share experiences about studying abroad!
SSU Event of the Week: Speed Friending
Come get to know your fellow Seawolves through Speed Friending and Minute to Win-It games for the chance to win prizes! Prizes include SSU Swag and gift cards. FREE Crumbl cookies will be available to participants. An SSU ID is required for entry. More information here.