Study Abroad Staff
Maxwell 143
507.457.5019
Study Abroad Peer Advisors
Not sure where you’d like to go or how to make it happen? Talk to one of our Peer Advisors.
Peer Advisors have experienced studying abroad for themselves. They’ve volunteered and been trained to talk to you about factors to consider in making your decision, such as major, cost, location, and language. Then, they can help you get started with the application process.
Schedule an appointment online or stop by Maxwell 105 today.
I am a senior majoring in Cell & Molecular Biology with plans of going to medical school. I studied abroad in Sorrento, Italy, in Spring 2023 and absolutely loved it!
I was a peer advisor last year and loved being able to encourage students to study abroad. WSU offers so many opportunities to study abroad, and each one of them is a unique experience. If you’re interested in studying abroad, I would love to meet with you.
Study Abroad Outcomes & Values
Our team believes in the transformative power of intercultural experiences. Study abroad programs provide values and outcomes to students that further Winona State’s Strategic Goals.
As a result of their study abroad experience, a WSU student will be able to:
- Articulate similarities and differences in people, worldview, and culture between their home community and their host community.
- Explain the importance of language, customs, traditions, and food as cultural tools and their significance to the host community.
- Identify how culture may influence beliefs and behavior.
- Demonstrate increased confidence in stepping outside of their comfort zone.
Assure the highest standard of academic excellence for all programs offered by Study Abroad
Align study abroad with WSU curriculum and credit expectations
Provide outstanding resources and support services for students
Collaborate with institutional partners who demonstrate the infrastructure to support student success
Maintain affordability of off-campus study without sacrificing quality of the student experience
Promote sustainability and efficiency in all the work of Study Abroad
Promote inclusion and diversity in all work of Study Abroad programs
Promote cross-cultural learning in all study abroad programs
Broaden and deepen WSU partnerships with international institutions for mutual benefit
Collaborate meaningfully with campus, community, national, and international partners in support of study abroad student learning and development