Faculty Sponsor Letter of Recomm

Faculty Sponsor Letter of Recommendation

　

This information is confidential and will be used only by Collin College Faculty/Staff.

Each Student Application for study abroad must be accompanied by the attached faculty recommendation from one of the student’s high school (allow dual credit?) or college teachers. If the student has already attended a semester at a college or university, he/she must supply the recommendation from a college faculty member where he/she has attended or is attending.

This professor may be contacted by telephone concerning this recommendation.

This page must be completed by the student before giving it to a faculty sponsor. It must be returned in the envelope with the recommendation and mailed directly by the faculty member or sponsor to Collin Global Connect.

Faculty/Sponsor Recommendation

This recommendation and student information sheet must be mailed or emailed directly by the faculty member to:

Professor’s/Sponsor’s Name:

_________________________________________________________________

Last Name First Middle Initial

Address: ________________________________________________________

Street Address

_________________________________________________________________ City State Zip

Telephone Numbers:

Home: (_____)______________________________

Work: (_____)_______________________________

Mobile: (_____)______________________________

Email address: _______________________________

How do you prefer to be addressed? ___________________________________

Preferred time of day: _______________________________________________

University/College/High School where employed: __________________________

In what capacity have you known or do you know this student? ______________

_________________________________________________________________

How long have you known this student?_________________________________

Please put a check by the following traits you think apply to this student:

____ Sociable	____ Sensitive	____ Spontaneous	____ Warm Personality
____ Loner	____ Serious	____ Responsible	____ Traditional
____ Insecure	____ Mature	____ Optimistic	____ Reserved
____ Dependent	____ Informal	____ Independent	____ Quick-tempered
____ Calm	____ Casual	____ Patient	____ Adaptable
____ Emotional	____ Formal	____ Open	____ Good sense of humor
____ Quiet	____ Friendly	____ Neat	____ Shy
____ Self-reliant	____ Adaptable	____ Flexible	____ Resourceful

Is there anything pertaining to these traits (both positive and negative) that you would like to express concerning this student? Please explain.

________________________________________________________

This program is a very intense, yet flexible program that requires a student to learn many things, both academically and culturally, in a short period of time. Students must be open and possess a strong sense of self-discipline. They must have good "people skills" and be able to learn and adapt quickly to the new living experience as well as fulfill scholastic requirements as expected. They must do so while facing the challenges of living away from home, possibly for the first time, with many new freedoms and experiences to digest.

Briefly, in your own words, how do you think this student might function in this new cultural and academic situation? What problems do you foresee he/she might have? What strengths might he/she have that would aid him/her in overcoming obstacles and learning?

________________________________________________________

Would you accept a personal telephone call from a faculty/staff person from the program to discuss the information you have provided? ______________

Thank you for your time in completing this recommendation. We want to be able to assure the student and parents/guardians that this program is a match for them. We have their safety and well being in mind as well as their academic success.

Faculty/Sponsor Signature Date

STUDY ABROAD FACULTY CLEARANCE INTERVIEW

To be completed by student:

Name:
Program:
Year		Major:

To be completed with Study Abroad Professor:

Faculty Professor :
Total Credits earned to Date		GPA

Has the student completed the mandated information session?

Has the student completed the faculty interview?

Anticipated transfer/graduation information.

What major requirements still remain to be completed?

Does the student need to complete major requirements abroad in order to transfer or graduate when planned?

Which classes abroad will count toward these requirements?

Faculty Signature

Date

Collin College

Study Abroad Program Application

PLEASE PRINT OR TYPE ALL REQUIRED INFORMATION CLEARLY

Name of Program of Interest:_________________________________________________________

Proposed Dates of Program:__________________________________________________________

1. Legal Name: (as it appears on your passport)

___________________________________________________________________________________

Last/Family First/Given Middle Initial

2. Collin CWID#: _____________________________________________________________________

3. Name you prefer to be called: ________________________________________________________

4. Collin E-mail Address:
____________________________________________________________________________________(VERY IMPORTANT! This is how we prefer to contact you.)

5. Date of Birth: ____________________________________ Gender: o Male o Female

Month Date Year

6. Home Phone: (_____) ________________________ Cell Phone: (_____) ______________________

7. Current Address:

____________________________________________________________________________________

Street Address Apt. #

____________________________________________________________________________________

City State Zip

8. Permanent Address: (an alternate address where mail will reach you if you change your address for any reason)

____________________________________________________________________________________

Street Address Apt. #

____________________________________________________________________________________

City State Zip

9. Name/Address of Mother/Guardian/Wife/Partner: __________________________________________

____________________________________________________________________________________

Street Address Apt. #

____________________________________________________________________________________

City State Zip

Telephone: Work: (_____) ________________________ Home: (_____) _______________________

Cell: (_____) _________________________

10. Name/Address of Father/Guardian/ Husband/Partner: _____________________________________

____________________________________________________________________________________

Street Address Apt. #

____________________________________________________________________________________

City State Zip

Telephone: Work: (_____) ________________________ Home: (_____) _______________________

(____) _________________________

11. In case of emergency, contact: (may be one of the above; please complete this question)

____________________________________________________________________________________

Name/Relation Street Address Apt. #

____________________________________________________________________________________

City State Zip

Telephone: Work: (_____) ________________________ Home: (_____) _______________________

Cell: (_____) _________________________

Email Address: _______________________________________________________________________

12. Your major field of study: __________________________________ Overall GPA: ____________

13. Have you ever been on academic probation? o Yes o No

(Probation status must be cleared, in writing, with your academic advisor one month prior to departure in order for you to participate in study abroad programs.)

14. Are you currently on academic probation? o Yes o No

15. If yes, please list which college or university ____________________________________________

16. Semester hours completed by end of current semester: ___________________________________

17. College, university, or last high school attended: _________________________________________

18. Do you intend to apply for financial aid or loans? o Yes o No

(As the financial Aid process is lengthy, you must apply immediately.)

19. What is your country of citizenship? _________________________________________________

If you are a citizen of any country other than the USA, you may perhaps be required to apply for a tourist visa from a consulate in another city. You may also need a special visa to re-enter the USA after the study course. You must ask XXXXX XXXXXX with Collin Global Connect (XXX) XXX-XXXX concerning this.

20. What Languages (other than English) can you read/write/speak? At what Level?

___________________________________________________________________________________

21. Summarize any of your previous travel experiences and/or residence abroad:

___________________________________________________________________________________

22. Do you have a passport? If so, please give all information on your passport: your name, birthday, passport number, nationality, gender, place of birth, date of issue and expiration date.

Full Legal Name as appears on the passport:

___________________________________________________

Passport #:__________________________________________

Birthdate:___________________________________________

Nationality:__________________________________________

Gender:_____________________________________________

Place of Birth (often the state): ___________________________

Date of Issue:_________________________________________

Expiration Date:_______________________________________

(You must send a scanned copy of your passport to Collin Global Connect at CGC@collin.edu before your departure.)

If you do not have a passport, you need to begin the process immediately, as it can take several weeks to receive it after application.

About You:

23. Check all words/phrases below that best describe your character or habits:

____ Sociable	____ Sensitive	____ Spontaneous	____ Warm Personality
____ Loner	____ Serious	____ Responsible	____ Traditional
____ Insecure	____ Mature	____ Optimistic	____ Reserved
____ Dependent	____ Quick-tempered	____ Informal	____ Independent
____ Calm	____ Casual	____ Patient	____ Adaptable
____ Emotional	____ Formal	____ Open	____ Good sense of humor
____ Quiet	____ Friendly	____ Neat	____ Shy
____ Active	____ Resourceful	____ Fun loving	____ Early riser
____ Night owl	____ Messy	____ Flexible	____ Good listener

24. List and describe three of your greatest character strengths:

__________________________________________________________________________
__________________________________________________________________________
__________________________________________________________________________

List and describe three things you would like to change about yourself:

__________________________________________________________________________
__________________________________________________________________________
__________________________________________________________________________

On a separate sheet of paper, please write a letter to an imaginary family you might meet during this experience. What would you like them to know about you? Tell them about how you see their culture now and what you want to learn about them. Tell them about yourself, your interests, skills, family, and friends. Tell them what your reasons are for wanting to participate in this program, what you hope to accomplish, what you want to see and do. Please include all the above. This is required for your application.

27. Are you a smoker? o Yes o No

If not, does being around smokers bother you? o Yes o No

Explain: ________________________________________________________________________

Would you be able to room with a smoker? o Yes o No

28. Do you have any dietary requirements? Please describe: __________________________________

___________________________________________________________________________________

29. Have you participated in any Collin College honors programs? o Yes o No

If yes, please list courses and dates:

________________________________________________________________________________

Please read carefully:

All students are required to attend all orientation meetings.

Payment schedule to be added along with topics to discuss in each meeting.

Since the Collin College deposit is fully refundable until _________, and merely reserves a student’s place in the program, Collin College retains the right to refuse the admittance of any student to the program if it’s felt that he or she is not ready for the responsibilities of the program at this time. Any students requesting admittance after this date, will be considered on an individual basis.

I certify that that I have read and understood all the above information and that all the information I have given above is true and complete.

________________________________________________ _____________________________

Signature of student Date

Collin Global Connect
Student Study Abroad Application and Acceptance Process

Before Applying

Understand the opportunities, requirements, and responsibilities for studying abroad by attending a study abroad information meeting. Meetings are held 3 times a semester on each campus (CPC, PRC, SCC). Days and times are available on the Collin Global Connect (www.cgc.edu) webpage.

Recognize the expenses of studying abroad. Explore grant and scholarship opportunities early as well as fundraising opportunities. Check with your advisor and the financial aid department to see if they offer scholarship opportunities. Be mindful that cutoff dates for scholarships can run up to a year before going overseas.

Starting the Application Process

One Year Prior to Study Abroad

Evaluate the available programs and select the one that best fits your academic goals.

After attending a Study Abroad Information Session, schedule an appointment with the professor named in the program you have selected. Initial appointments typically last 45 minutes. Bring an unofficial transcript printed off CougarWeb. Bring a list of questions you have for the professor regarding the Study Abroad course.

Contact a Study Abroad Ambassador. These students have either studied abroad or lived in a foreign country and can help answer your questions and give you a good idea of what to expect. They offer their time to talk to potential study abroad students about their study abroad experiences.

Choose your study abroad program.

Download an application checklist from the Collin Global Connect website at www.cgc.edu.

Ask faculty and community leaders who know you well if they would be willing to write a recommendation letter.

Begin your application. Prepare for a physical health evaluation. Be acquainted with application requirements for admission to the study abroad program.

Apply for a US Passport if you do not already have one. Ensure your passport does not expire within 2 years of the anticipated study abroad date. If it does, it is recommended you renew it to ensure no issues with expiration are encountered.

The Semester Prior to Study Abroad

Submitting the application

After finishing the forms and collecting required documents, submit your application to the Collin Global Connect website at www.cgc.edu.

Application deadlines are:

September 30 for studying abroad for spring semester

February 28 for studying abroad for fall semester, the academic year, and summer programs

Pay the $100 application fee (deposit applied to travel expenses?) online. Instructions are listed on the application checklist.

Notification of approval to study abroad

Notification of Collin’s approval to study abroad can be expected within three weeks after submitting a completed application. Notification will be sent via your Cougarmail account.

Preparing to leave for Study Abroad

Orientation

Students accepted into the study abroad program are required to attend program-specific orientations.

Students studying in developing countries may also be required to also attend a Health and Safety orientation.

Other significant preparations

Share all important information with your parents/guardians. It is your responsibility to keep them informed of your travel plans, including where you are staying, contact information, and your travel agenda.

Read the US State Department Travel webpage at http://www.state.gov/.

Become familiar with your country's visa regulations and application procedures.

Read local newspapers. Learn about the government and current politics.

Ensure you have read the Collin Global Connect Student Study Abroad Handbook.

Common Collin College Study Abroad Application Forms

Before completing the forms below, be sure you have:

Attended the Study Abroad Information Meeting(s)

Completed and submitted the Interview Form

Met with the study abroad faculty member hosting the study abroad trip you are interested in attending

Received a copy of the Checklist for Application for Collin College Approval to Study Abroad. Other documents may be required along with these forms. *Note that not all forms listed below may be required for all programs. Please

Keep a copy of all Collin College approval and program application forms and papers. Collin study abroad applications are commonly kept on file for two semesters after students return from their program abroad. Only in exceptional situations are they held longer.