Study Abroad Fair

The University of Memphis Summer Program Study Abroad Fair will take place today from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. in the University Center Ballroom.The fair will focus on providing information to students who wish to study internationally this summer. The U of M's Study Abroad program consists of 250 programs in 50 countries.Chrystal Goudsouzian, study abroad adviser and coordinator of the event, said the fair is a great opportunity to learn about the plethora of summer study options.

Attendees can meet faculty members traveling with participating students on summer trips and speak with students who have studied abroad in the past.Study Abroad should be a part of every student's college experience, Goudsouzian said.Visiting and studying in another country is an unparalleled experience that will benefit students personally, academically and professionally.University and federal aid is available to students wishing to pursue a study abroad opportunity, and any student who attends today's fair will have a chance to win a $500 study abroad scholarship.