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Sandra ReAves presents "Lat< Great Ladies of Blues & Jazz," I p.m. today, the Roger Center. $11 adults, $8 students. For more in formation, call 251-2222. Student? staff writer MACKENZIE CRAVEN International Programs for Students held the third annual Study Abroad Fair from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. Wednesday on the Russell House Patio "Start planning early. If s never too early to start planning for study abroad," said Adam Grotsky, assistant director of International Programs for Students at USC. "The ideal times to go [are] either second semester sophomore year or during your junior year," Grotsky said. "I would say start planning as soon as you come to campus your freshman year." He suggests signing up as early as possible so the right classes are selected. "It's not too early to start thinking about the kinds of classes you want to take here, as opposed to the kinds of courses you want to take while studying overseas." One of the major benefits of having the fair at USC is letting the students get information about programs that might not be offered through the USC system. "If a student really wants to study in Italy, we want to be able, through the Study Abroad Fair, to make them Family aid STAFF REPORTS Eating cereal for dinner or > staying out late probably / doesn't require your parents' / approval anymore. / But the people who have ( guided you - parents, extend- \ ed family, friends - still influ- \ ence your choices. That's why the decision to study abroad is rarely made by the student alone. As you decide how to im- - and tl prove your chances of landing ployers i a job in an increasingly inter- applicar national market, your family worked can help you to plan. tensive! If study abroad seems like possess a good option, ask your fami- to take ly to help you consider the awaren following issues, adapted from standar "Study Abroad: A Parent's demand Guide" by William Hoffa: ronmenl Improving Career *Ti] Prospects. The interdepen- used to i dence of all parts of the work- a full ye ing world means that those who ingabro can bring to their domestic re- junior 3 sponsibilities a heightened de- short-te gree of international aware- so stude ness are more likely to be hired progra For the Clemson vs. November Students may have their I] the lottery on Monday, Ti October 19, 20 and 21 froi Room 205 in the Russell H< football distribution for Tennessee A list will be posted of th eligible to buy a ticket October 26 in the Studei The list will contain 1200 alternative lists Primary students-Tues. Octobe First 100 alternates-Wed. Octob Second 100 alternates- Wed. Octol Students must be fu students and present < signing up 1 and when purcl I e 8 5 ?eet inf 0 [aware of] all the opportunities out there," Grotsky said. Students who attend such fairs should have a place to study in mind and be prepared to find out what the different programs offer. Some students might find it helpful to contact other students who have already had experiences traveling abroad. 1 got some advice from some Colombians," English senior Jake Newcomb said. "They were my speaking partners. They told me what to expect and what I would need to do when I got there." Newcomb recently participated in a study abroad program in Colombia, South America. Students interested in studying abroad can choose either a USC program or an independent one. USC, a member of the International Student Exchange Programs, can send students, for the same tuition it costs to attend USC, to other schools that are members of the consortium. Students spoke with representatives from 30 different programs in England, Asia, Africa, India, Ireland, Italy, New Zealand and Australia. Representatives from Butler University, Beaver College and the School s internal ben to succeed. Em- amount of tim increasingly recognize to be away fi its who have studied, campuses. Stx or even traveled ex- abroad in th< y abroad are likely to sophomore yi the maturity, courage head start on risks, adaptability, searching and ess of other cultural that come wit ds and self-confidence el. Ontheoth led by this new envi- ricular strei t. abroad progr; ming. Study abroad experience is nean a commitment to juniors ana s< ar of living and learn- chosen an ac ad, usually during the tration and a ^ear. However, now to deepen an ;rm options abound, ways not poss nts can find excellent Finance ms that match the nity to live anc Away USC Game 21,1998 3 cards scanned to enter iesday, and Wednesday, n 9:00 am til 4:00 pm in ouse. This will be during student tickets for the i Game. le students who will be by 9:00AM Monday, at Government Office. primary students and 2 of 100 each. r 27 RH Rm 205 9am-4pm er 28 RH Rm 205 9am-4pm ber 28 RH Rm 205 Noon-4pm ill time, fee paying i valid ID card when for a ticket lasing a ticket. E I i umfr ormatio of International Training were also ai the fair. The School of Internationa Training has a field-work component in its program, and undergraduates car do field research. Students obtained information con cerning programs, costs, locations, fi nancial aid and scholarships. Studen advisers can inform students about pre departure orientations and help then find the right programs to meet theii needs. Students may choose to study a va riety of academic programs, including English, biology, psychology, theater journalism or economics. Students of all majors can apply foi study-abroad programs. Typically, any student with a 2.1 GPA or higher is eligible to stud} abroad. Students who choose to participat< usually maintain their same overal GPA. According to Pat Wilier, directoi of International Programs for Students a student might even come back mor< focused and disciplined. Depending on the program student! are interested in, they could study in: country without knowing the language Some of the ISEP programs require stu dents to be fluent in a second language ional-studi w* e they can afford country can generally om their home for using the same : idents who study nancial resources ths jir freshman or sembled to pay for c ears often get a studies. However, wh some of the soul abroad costs depend 1 career planning many possible variatio h overseas trav- gram sponsorship, insi ier hand, the cur- tuition policies, applic ngths of study financial aid, progra ams suggest the tion, program locatio ideally suited to costs, the strength of eniors who have dollar and personal 1 ademic concen- penses. Parents and re seeking ways will usually benefit fh d diversify it in ing as closely as poss rible on campus, the campus financial: is. The opportu- The study abroad ac I leam in another campus can also pre Safety Tips J special to The Gamecock JENNIFER Students are i ing the first n *W|r is over, safet MS with fall brea yp students to ke< Watch your GHB and some sleeping pills are con less and colorless. They've been slipj for lengthy periods of time. Use the buddy system. Go out with iy Be aware. Trust your instincts. If ) right. $14,000 (State DUI price). If you do Don't think sexual assaults are onl percent of sexual assault victims knew These tips are preventative measures, go to a safe place and seek emergen questions, contact Thomson Student 1 at 777-7619. Jennifer Mackie is a SHARE peer, and Grace Rai Information Ses; Saturday, October 1 Join us to learn more about our ei of Occupational Therapy and IV! programs. The Program Directo candidates on Saturday. Interview when you call. All interested par RSVP with the Admissions/Regi< Reception Site: Charlott 5700 Westpark Drive, Charlotte University oi The University is located on Florida's nort Web Site: www.usa.edu TC__ n at stud ^ Students gather Wednesday on the r tured both USC and independent pi > i but independent programs might have a different set of requirements. 3 Students are encouraged to live in i another country for a semester or a full academic school year to be able to learn fullv about the neoDle and daces there. , Unlike visiting, actually living in a counj decision couragement, guidance and possibly information on v scholarship help. Location and program \ types. Europe continues to be ] the most popular destination J; J for American students head/ ing overseas, but more and X more students are choosing to study all over the world. Obviously somewhat different considerations of cost, transset^ofTi portation, communications, ethit are as- nicity? language, safety and lomestic health can come into play for lat study students and parents considIs on the ering programs in other locans of pro- tions. Students should also contitutional sider their academic and ability of training needs,>as many types m rlnra. /? i t i i i t"* - oi academic ana wont aDroaa n, travel programs are available. With the U.S. a care an^ effort an(j a stucfents deal of advance planning, >m work- ^'s almost always possible to ible with identify study abroad programs lid office, ^at match a student's learnIviser on ing style and academic goals wide en- at an affordable price. for Fall Break MACKff AND GRACE RAMIREZ nost likely to be sexually assaulted durlonth of scbool. Even tbough September y reminders bear repeating, especially k approaching. 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E-mail: info@Msa.edu E T1 r i ht ly Abroa* \M, ' Russell House Patio for the third ann rograms for international study. try might help students develop a better sense of culture, government and values, according to Wilier. "I would issue a challenge to our students, in the same way that most students take some risk when they come to college and do some stretching and (jot roi 0 PH i THE HOG HUNT I: ONE HA! WP'RP CARRY TU WW mm uwmm wrwrMwmm m YOUR ENGLISH SOPHOIV NEY AND ENGLIS WHITEHEAD FOU PIC NURSING SOPHOR FOUND THE G AND THE GRAND I ARE STUDIO AR1 HATLEY AND EN SAM HARTER. TH GARNET AND BL/ UNIVERSITY E "MY ROOMMATE, AND I NEVER WERE DETERMINEI AND THERE IT BEHIND THE JA BOOKS," HA1 Carolina Productions an geared up for Homecon just days ^3^ ae histor^dfbsmanas. Just eading it'll make you feel nore pcfesfaA?enriched. tp//ww#ivandamme.be/ history.html i Fair ? ? v - ? __ ANN MARlt. ,<UA.M The Gamecock iual Study Abroad Fair, which fea growing," Wilier said. This is one piece of the educational program that is of tremendous value to you. It will change your life if you let it." Call International Programs for Students at 777-7461 for more information. didf f Dickw S OVER, SOME? WON. EY SPOILED ALL FUN. IORE DAVE MATH JUNIOR MATT ND THE BLACK * Mm /IORE JERI LONG iARNET PIG. PRIZE WINNERS r JUNIOR TARA GUSH JUNIOR IEY FOUND THE ICK PIG IN THE iOOKSTORE. , SAM HARTER, GAVE UP. WE D PIG HUNTERS. WAS, RIGHT MES DICKEY rLEY SAID. d The Gamecock are llin? WftAk whirh itt ? ?Q - - WIIIVII 19 away.