Global Engagement Events
12:15–1:15 p.m.
Interested in studying abroad in summer 2026 with the Transforming Organizations in London program? Check out this information session to learn more!
The deadline to apply is March 15, and the deadline to apply for scholarships for the program is March 1.
4:00–4:30 p.m.
Healthcare in Costa Rica is a four-week program that includes Spanish language study with an in-depth exploration of Costa Rica’s healthcare system. Over the first two weeks, you will take a Spanish course at your level — from beginner to intermediate, or even Medical Spanish for those ready for 300 level Spanish. Join this information session to learn more!
Interested in study abroad in London this summer? Stop by our information session to learn more!
4:00–5:00 p.m.
Interested in study abroad in London this summer? Stop by our information session to learn more!
4:00–6:00 p.m.
The year 2025 marked the 80th anniversary of the atomic bombings of Japan. Please join us for a film screening and roundtable discussion examining the global history and enduring legacy of atomic warfare and Cold War era nuclear weapons testing.
The film, Silent War: The Shadow of Atomic Bombs, is based on Dr. Jacob’s book, Nuclear Bodies: The Global Hibakusha (Yale, 2022). Following the screening, Dr. Jacobs will be joined by experts to discuss the film, his research, and the far-reaching effects of atomic bombs and nuclear testing on the global population.
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Interested in studying abroad in London in the 2026-2027 academic year? Stop by to learn more about your options!
3:00–4:00 p.m.
Find your study abroad program match! Meet with GEO Peer Advisors who will help you figure out what you want from studying abroad and connect you with programs that fit your goals. You'll chat through quick questions like budget, timing, location, academics, and the kind of experience you’re searching for, then get program suggestions in real time. Come for snacks and a fun, relaxed atmosphere, and leave with a shortlist of programs to explore, clear next steps, and a lot more excitement about going abroad!
4:00–4:30 p.m.
Join to learn more about GEO's Food Studies in Costa Rica program! This program offers an immersive experience in the study of food within Latin American history, combined with comprehensive Spanish language instruction and engaging excursions. Over four weeks, students will participate in Spanish courses tailored to all proficiency levels during the first two weeks, followed by an in-depth course on the history and cultural significance of food in Latin America, in English, in the second half. No prior Spanish knowledge is required, making the program accessible to all students.
3:00–4:00 p.m.
Calling all GEO Study Abroad program alumni! This workshop is an excellent event on leveraging your study abroad experience as you enter the workforce and building an elevator pitch about more than just your experience, but the professional skills you gained.
1:00–2:00 p.m.
Join peer advisors from Global Education Oregon to learn all about the basics of studying abroad. Learn more about our 200+ study abroad programs, how to narrow down your study abroad options, the application process, and scholarships available to support your study abroad journey.
8:30–9:50 a.m.
The documentary examines the securitization of Vietnamese politics and the rise of Police General To Lam as leader of the Vietnamese Communist Party. Following the screening, a panel discussion will feature producer Laura Brickman, Professor Tuong Vu, and Nguyen Duc Thnh, a graduate student in political science from Vietnam.
Laura Brickman, award-winning journalist with video and print work for South China Morning Post, 60 Second Docs, Insider, BBC, The Kyiv Post and other outlets, is the producer of the recently released documentary The General: Vietnam in The Age of To Lam to be shown in class.
This event, held as part of the University of Oregon course Political Science 345: Politics of Southeast Asia, is open to the general public. For questions or additional information, please contact Professor Vu at thvu@uoregon.edu.