Avanti! Looking Forward Together: A Virtual Conversation
On June 23 and 24, 2021, SAI hosted “Avanti! Looking Forward Together”, a series of virtual presentations to share SAI updates and explore current topics facing our field. Sessions featured Michael Cruciano, SAI President and founder, our staff (abroad and across the US), U.S. partner institution faculty/administrators, as well as SAI alumni themselves.
In 2020, SAI celebrated our 25th anniversary of supporting students through education abroad. We are continuing to enhance and adapt our services to meet students’ needs, in collaboration with our partner schools. We are focusing on the future and the Avanti sessions are intended to share some highlights of our programs and experiences with you, along with insight from some of our affiliate institutions.
We invite you and your colleagues to view the recorded sessions using the links below:
COVID-19 in Europe: A Health & Safety Panel Discussion
Hear from SAI on-site staff as they discuss their experience with COVID-19 in our host locations. This session also features a health and safety focused-conversation with SAI partners: Andrew Amadei, Assistant Director, Global Engagement & International Programs, The New School; Anne Hulse, Interim Director, Programs Abroad Office, University of Tennessee; and Derek Smallwood, International Risk Manager, Colorado State University.
Meeting Student Needs Through Curriculum and Program Design: A Faculty Leader Panel
Faculty leaders and SAI discuss the types of planning and services needed for successful programming. Topics include academic alignment, student support, and adapting for the future. The panel features Dr. Donna Albano, Stockton University; Dr. Laurel Lambert, University of Mississippi; Dr. Kevin Kit, University of Tennessee; and Dr. Kay Thomas, University of South Carolina.
Student Life Abroad during a Pandemic: A Student Alumni Panel
Hear from recent SAI alumni as they discuss their experience studying abroad during the COVID-19 pandemic. Students discuss travel, housing, coursework, cultural activities and more.
The SAI Approach and the Value of Partnerships: A Partner Panel
Learn from SAI’s President and founder, Michael Cruciano, as he discusses SAI’s history and approach to education abroad. The session highlights SAI’s current initiatives and includes a panel discussion featuring SAI affiliates who share key updates and insights from their institutions. Co-presenters include: Dr. Donna Kish-Goodling, Dean of Global Education, Muhlenberg College; Dr. Kelly Newlon, Director of Global Learning, Washington State University; and Dr. Thandi Dinani, Director of Global Education, Belmont University.
Explore SAI Locations
Discover our host programs and gain new insights into academics, cultural integration, and student engagement opportunities such as service learning and internships.
Thank you for your interest, support and partnership! Please contact us if you have any questions or to schedule an individual meeting to discuss these topics in more detail.