Numerous programs are available on campus for students who are interested in international studies, language or research.

The Boren Awards and Gilman International Scholarship programs offer scholarships for students who are studying abroad, specifically for those hoping to expand language or national security skills.

The Fulbright U.S. Student Program provides grants for students who have designed study and/or research projects as well as students involved in the English Teaching Assistant Program.

Sarah Bell, academic communications coordinator and newly appointed study abroad coordinator, assists students who want to apply to the Boren or Gilman programs.

“Students have to go through the specific guidelines and submit a thorough application,” Bell said. “And, basically, my role is to help them submit something that makes them stand out.”

Bell said the Boren scholarships are offered to students who require funding while they study abroad in regions of the world where the language is less commonly taught.

However, according to Bell, the Boren Award is not meant for students who wish to just study abroad. They must also be goal-oriented and be looking to learn a new language and apply said language to their career path.

Like Boren, Gilman is a grant awarded to students who have limited funds and would like to gain critical skills that apply to the national security and economy.

Dr. Marie Leichliter-Krause, assistant provost, advises the Fulbright U.S. Student Program. In order to apply for the Fulbright program, a student must submit a “Statement of Grant Purpose” which must have activities to take place throughout the duration of one full academic year in a country outside of the United States.

“The primary goal of the Fulbright award program is to increase mutual understanding between the people of the United States and the people of other nations through cultural exchange,” said Leichliter-Krause. “Students are immersed in the culture of the host country so that they may gain an appreciation of the viewpoints and beliefs of the individuals with whom they are living.”

Leichliter-Krause, like Bell, takes the role of meeting with students to guide them through their application process.

Those who are interested in learning more can contact Dr. Leichliter-Krause at mleichli@waynesburg.edu or Sarah Bell at and sbell@waynesburg.edu.