Virtual Global Experiences: Designs, Outcomes, and Long-Term Opportunities

Wednesday, June 1, 2022

9:30 AM – 10:20 AM MDT

Location: Room 304

Initially a quick pivot due to the pandemic, virtual international experiences now expand opportunities for intercultural learning and exchange. This session presents successful models and examines the value of virtual experiences to accessibility, student-reported learning outcomes, career preparedness, recruitment, and environmental sustainability.

Learning Objectives:

Understand various models of global virtual experiences to replicate programming at one’s own institution or organization.
Consider ways that these new virtual forms of engagement can increase student access, support institutional recruitment, and enhance education abroad offerings in the long-term.
Communicate the value of global virtual experiences in terms of student-reported learning outcomes, educational effectiveness, career preparation, accessibility, environmental sustainability, and institutional recruitment.

Chair and Presenter(s)

Lisa Loberg, EdD

Director of Study Abroad
Loyola Marymount University

Presenter(s)

Jessica Calhoun, PhD

Associate Dean
IAU College
Daniel P. Marschner, PhD

Director Of International Admission
Loyola Marymount University
Sabrina Starke

University Partnership Manager
Absolute Internship