UH Hilo’s Center for Global Education and Exchange provides opportunities for student and faculty exchange, and study abroad programs for UHH students. The Center also develops international agreements with other institutions of higher education and promotes internationalization and global awareness on the UHH campus.
Announcements
New Study Abroad Scholarship Opportunity
The Audrey S. Furukawa Study Abroad Scholarship will enable eligible students to begin their global education journey, open infinite doors of opportunity and to promote world peace. Application can be downloaded ( Application Form (76kb)) and filled out electronically. The deadline is Friday, February 27, 2009, to PB9-6.
International Education Week
Experience the tastes, sounds, and ideas of South Asia at our annual International Education Week from November 17-21 on the UH Hilo campus. In addition to celebrating the colorful culture of South Asia, we will have an International Flair featuring tables with international organizations, a global trivia contest, and global astrotalks with astromomers from around the world. For more information see the International Education Week link.
Plan Your Study Abroad Adventure
Now is the time to begin thinking about taking a semester or a year to study in another country. The staff at the Center for Global Education and Exchange can direct you to affordable opportunities to continue your education while immersed in another culture. Visit our Going Abroad section to find out about UH Hilo Exchange partners, how to get financial aid and scholarships, and to dowload a study abroad application.
Be a UH Hilo Exchange Student
Applications are due October 1 for international exchange students for Spring 2009. Come to Hilo for a chance to immerse yourself in a new culture with outstanding educational opportunities. The Big Island is a natural learning laboratory with active volcanoes, world-class astronomy and a diverse, multi-lingual culture all at your fingertips. For more information contact us or visit your international exchange office at your campus.
Contact Us
University of Hawaii at Hilo
200 W. Kawili St., Hilo, HI 96720-4091
tel: 1-808-933-8810 or 1-808-933-8809
fax: 1-808-933-8811
email: uhhglobe@hawaii.edu