GEO Weekly Bulletin - 02/16/26
Hey Seawolves! We hope you had a fun International Study Abroad Day! Mark your calendars with these upcoming deadlines!
Coffee & Culture: Italy/Venice Carnevale
Come celebrate the Italian Carnevale with the IEEC! Learn more about the experience of studying abroad in Italy and what the holiday tradition of Carnevale entails. As usual, there will be coffee, tea, and snacks. This week we will have pizza to celebrate Italy!
⏰12:00-1:00 pm
📅 Thursday, February 26th
📍International Hall
Upcoming Deadlines:
NSE Priority Deadline: March 1st
National Student Exchange (NSE) provides accessible collegiate study away to undergraduate students at member colleges and universities in the United States, Canada, Guam, Puerto Rico, and the U.S. Virgin Islands. (NSE Site) Apply for priority and rank your top choices by March 1st!
CSUIP Scholarship Deadline: March 1st
CSU International Programs (CSUIP) offers a variety of scholarships funded by generous former participants and donors to support students studying abroad. Awards range from $500 to $2,500 and are available for specific programs such as Ghana, Language and Culture programs, Taiwan, Japan, France (Aix-en-Provence), and other CSU IP year-long, semester, or academic year programs, with most scholarships prioritizing strong academic achievement and high financial need. Some scholarships also have program-specific requirements, such as enrollment in a particular country, language study, demonstrated global interest, or full-time participation in a year-long program.
USAC Scholarships for Summer Programs Deadline: March 1st
USAC (University Studies Abroad Consortium) offers a wide range of study abroad scholarships to help make international education more affordable, including general scholarships by region, access scholarships for underrepresented or specific student groups, and many program-specific awards with varying eligibility and award amounts. Completing one USAC Scholarship Application after applying to a program automatically enters students for all scholarships they qualify for, and awards are competitive and based on criteria such as GPA and financial need. In addition to USAC’s internal scholarships, students are encouraged to explore external scholarship databases and funding sources to further support their study abroad expenses.
USAC Highlight: Växjö, Sweden
Växjö, the capital of the Kronoberg region in southeastern Sweden, was an important trading center as early as the eighth century and lies in the heart of the “Kingdom of Crystal,” known for world-famous glassworks such as Kosta Boda and Orrefors. Today, it is recognized for its high-tech industry, furniture manufacturing, and strong commitment to sustainability, earning the title of the “Greenest City in Europe.” Surrounded by forests and pristine lakes, Växjö offers rich cultural experiences, historic sites, vibrant nightlife, diverse cuisine, and notable museums such as the Swedish Emigrant Institute, which commemorates the 1.3 million Swedes who emigrated to the United States between 1850 and 1930.
SSU Event Highlight: Race the Night Away
Join us for a FREE night of fun and adrenaline at Nitro City Racing, exclusive to SSU students. Hit the gas with Go Karting, prove your aim with axe throwing, and dominate with unlimited arcade game play!
Go-kart racing is limited to the first 100 participants. If go-kart racing is full, please enjoy the other activities! Total event capacity is 200.
⏰ 5:00-7:00 pm
📅 Thursday, February 26th
📍Nitro City Racing, Rohnert Park