This year, the International Office is pleased to welcome twelve new KGSP Foundation Year students to UT Austin. The KAUST Gifted Student Program is a scholarship awarded by King Abdullah University of Science and Technology to top-achieving students in STEM fields from Saudi Arabia. Before beginning their undergraduate programs in… read more
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Texas Excursion: State Fair of Texas!
It’s time for another Texas Excursion! On September 29, International Student and Scholar Services is headed to the one and only State Fair of Texas! Held in the Fried Food Capital of Texas, the annual state fair in Dallas is not only packed with fried food, but shows, competitions, carnival… read more
Fall 2018 Texas Excursions Announced!
Howdy! The International Office has planned an exciting Fall Texas Excursion schedule. These experiences will get you out of Austin and exploring other parts of Texas. Saddle-up, register to save your spot on the bus, and yeehaw! August 25: Explore San Antonio (8am-5:30pm, $50): Venture to the historical city… read more
Volunteering at The Project 2018
How much good could you do in one afternoon? Last Saturday, thirteen Foundation Year students tried to answer this question by volunteering with The Project—UT’s Largest Day of Service. Sponsored by the King Abdullah University of Science & Technology in Saudi Arabia, the Foundation Year program helps prepare Saudi students… read more
Friendship Program: Where global lifelong friendships begin!
Did you know the majority of international visitors coming to the U.S. rarely step inside an American’s home? The Friendship Program is a way to bring international visitors studying or researching at UT more connected to the Austin community and American culture. The International Office will pair you with a… read more
Fall 2017: Dude Ranch Experience
Have you ever wanted to have a ranch experience that is straight out of a Western film? Here’s your chance! Join us at Silver Spur Guest Ranch for horseback riding, hiking, hay rides and more! Fun activities planned for your full day excursion include: Horse-back riding Learning how to lasso Swim… read more
Inaugural cohort of Pan-Africa Youth Leadership Program
The inaugural cohort of the Pan-Africa Youth Leadership Program (PAYLP)is complete! PAYLP is a dynamic youth leadership program that brings together students from across Africa to the United States for a three week program focusing on cultural exchange and social entrepreneurship training. Working in partnership with the Meridian International Center,… read more
GPT 2017: Connecting UT with Mexico!
The inaugural Global Professional Training (GPT) for Mexico is happening on campus March 25 & 26! This conference focuses on professional development, intercultural training & networking opportunities for international students from the area as well as those who are interested in studying, working, or living in Mexico. This 2 day conference features… read more
Looking for an Opportunity to Engage on Campus? Check out the Texas Leadership Summit!
The Leadership and Ethics Institute is hosting a free conference on Saturday, February 11th for all undergraduate and graduate students at UT Austin. International students are encouraged to participate! The Texas Leadership Summit will help students to identify and improve leadership competences and practices for use in the workplace and… read more
Foundation Year Mentorship Program Kicks off First Fall Meeting
This August, the International Office welcomed over 75 new sponsored students to UT Austin, in addition to 17 participants in our Foundation Year Program – a college preparation and acculturation year for top-achieving international students. Meeting new people has always been a vital part of the college experience, and the Foundation… read more