Study Abroad
Harvard Students Laud Return of Study Abroad
After nearly two years defined by travel restrictions, case surges, and canceled plans, Harvard’s study abroad programs have returned.
Harvard Students Enrolled At Oxford Say They Enjoy An Abnormal Return to Campus Life
The coronavirus-era has not precluded Harvard students enrolled at the University of Oxford from enjoying a somewhat normal fall term.
Harvard Cancels Study Abroad Programming for Spring 2021
Harvard College’s Office of International Education announced Friday morning that it was cancelling study abroad programming for the Spring 2021 semester.
Harvard Suspends Fall 2020 Study Abroad
Harvard College has suspended all study abroad for the fall 2020 semester, director of International Education Camila Nardozzi wrote in an email to program applicants Wednesday.
Harvard Prohibits Non-Essential University Travel Until May 31, International Travel Cancelled Until August 31
Harvard is prohibiting all University-related international travel and non-essential domestic air travel through at least May 31. It is also barring Harvard-organized and Harvard-funded international travel scheduled to take place between now and August 31.
Office of Career Services Suspends Summer Funding for Study Abroad Programs
The Office of Career Services suspended funding for summer study abroad programs, the office announced in an Monday email to program participants.
‘I Can’t Go Home’: Harvard Students Grapple With European Travel Ban
In the wake of sweeping federal restrictions on travel across the Atlantic, European Harvard students said they have faced considerable challenges returning home as a coronavirus pandemic spreads.
Harvard restricted travel to Italy and Iran
Harvard has restricted all University-related travel to Italy and Iran after the U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention recommended Americans "avoid nonessential travel" to the two countries.
Beijing Summer Program Cancelled as University Reinforces Coronavirus Warning
After Harvard University Health Services reiterated that University-related travel to China is “strongly discouraged” due to the rapidly spreading coronavirus, the 2020 iteration of Harvard Beijing Academy has been cancelled.
Harvard Programs Postpone Operations in China Due to Coronavirus
Several of Harvard’s China-affiliated research programs and institutions have postponed or altered their operations due to the global outbreak of the new coronavirus.
Rockefeller Center for Latin American Studies Cancels Chile January Program Due to Mass Protest
The David Rockefeller Center for Latin American Studies cancelled its January program in Chile due to ongoing protests in the country, according to the center’s website.
Harvard Office of International Education Moves to New Mass. Ave Space
The Office of International Education, which facilitates term time, summer, and academic year study abroad for Harvard students, moved from its historic building at 77 Dunster St. to 1414 Mass. Ave. last month.
Student Advisers Encourage Students of Color to Study Abroad
The Office of International Education’s student advisers shared their experiences studying abroad as people of color Thursday evening.
Study Abroad Event
OIE student advisor Jenna M. Gray talks to students at an event about studying abroad as a person of color
Students Vie for Free Travel Fellowships in Photo Contest
Students hoping to travel the world had to first travel across the University’s campuses for a contest offering two international travel fellowships as its grand prizes.
Dude, That's Rude: Back From Study Abroad
We already know how much you loved gallivanting around Europe for the summer. But please, spare us the excessive storytelling and bragging. It gets rude real fast.
Cinque Terre
Do NOT post this Cinque Terre pic on Instagram—we've seen it so many times that we feel like we've been there too.
David Rockefeller, Major Harvard Donor, Dies at 101
David Rockefeller '36 donated at least $140 million to the University, making him one of Harvard's most generous financial supporters.
Immigration Experts Counsel Affiliates Impacted by Trump Order
Harvard affiliates affected by President Donald Trump’s immigration order voiced concerns to University administrators at a town hall event Wednesday.
Flyby’s Guide to Your Summer Search
Rest assured—there are still amazing summer opportunities available that don’t have “Goldman Sachs” in their title.
Study Abroad Panel
Panelists discuss study abroad with moderator Brianna J. Suslovic ’16 at an “Out Abroad” event, designed to help BGLTQ students anticipate potential obstacles in other countries.
Administrators Support Women, BGLTQ Students Abroad
College administrators have made an ongoing effort to provide more support to help students studying abroad know what to expect regarding cultural norms and gender identity in the countries they are visiting.
Out Abroad
Panelists discuss study abroad with moderator Brianna J. Suslovic ’16 at an “Out Abroad” event, designed to help BGLTQ students anticipate potential obstacles in other countries.
Office Uses Coffee Chats to Encourage Study Abroad
Since the beginning of the semester, the Office of International Education has used a new coffee chat program to reach out to students in Harvard’s 12 undergraduate Houses in the hopes of attracting more students to study abroad programs.