2019-2020 BSC Catalog

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to all majors. Global and international engagement and awareness is fundamental to a
liberal arts education and serves as the primary focus of the Sklenar Center. All students
should have the opportunity to travel and study abroad, to meet people of other cultures,
and develop intercultural competencies. Toward this end, the study abroad programs in
the Sklenar Center include regular-term exchange programs, as well as internships,
research, and group travel projects overseas during the summer and January terms.
The Sklenar Center advises and supports all students, faculty, and staff interested in
international opportunities. The Center supports student applications to internationally
focused scholarships and fellowships, and serves as Fulbright Scholar Program Liaison
for faculty and staff. Students with an interest in government relations, foreign service, or
federally identified critical languages should contact the Sklenar Center to identify
relevant opportunities.
Study Abroad/Exchange
All students are encouraged to study abroad. The Sklenar Center supports students
through all phrases of travel, including pre-departure and re-entry. The College maintains
exchange agreements with institutions in all regions of the world. Need and merit aid are
available for students participating in College-sponsored programs. Contact the associate
director for additional information on programs eligible for financial support.
Students who participate in study abroad/exchange must meet the following
requirements:
(1) maintain a minimum grade point average of 2.500 or higher if required by the host
institution
(2) comply with Sklenar Center and host institution deadlines for program application
and scholarships
(3) complete a study abroad transient pre-approval form prior to enrollment at the host
institution and an enrollment verification form once matriculated
(4) complete Pre-Departure Topics for Study Abroad (IS 101)
(5) remain enrolled full time and in good standing while studying abroad
(6) complete a re-entry evaluation and provide an official transcript from the host
institution
Study Abroad Credit
To receive credit at Birmingham-Southern College for courses taken abroad, students
must earn a grade of “C” or better in the courses taken abroad and have completed the
study abroad transient approval form. Upon completion of a study abroad program,
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