International Plan Newsletter, Summer 2012

IP Newsletter, Summer 2012
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Happy U.S. Independence Day!
In this issue: Registration Info. Registration: New IP courses New IP Track Portal!! IP Requirements Degree Designators IP Initiation for incoming students Advisor Updates Get Involved
Did you know Getting to know the world can help you to become a more informed citizen of your own home country!

Registration Fall 2012

** Phase II registration: August 11th August 24th ** Note: Incoming Freshmen will register during FASET or assigned registration time IP Globally-Focused Coursework: As registration comes, keep in mind the three global coursework areas that
you must complete: 1) International Relations, 2) Global Economics, 3) Country of Regional. Check the details on the Coursework Requirements section of the IP Website, and see next page.
Language Courses:
Ya la tomaste? All students must take through at least the 2002 level or equivalent of a language other than English. Consider your language needs and the IP language requirements when signing up for summer and fall classes. Students studying abroad or working abroad this fall for the 1st and/or 2nd term of their IP international experience must have the term(s) approved for the IP. To gain approval, please complete the International Experience Approval Form and see advisement and signatures from the representatives listed on the form. It is highly recommended to have this form completed and turned into the Office of International Education before Phase I registration so that you can sign up for the IP audit course (no credit/no homework!) for the semester youre abroad. (Note if this is your 2nd term, and you have already submitted an International Experience Approval, you do not need to do so again, unless there was a change to your plan).
Study and Work Abroad:

Registration, Part II Globally-focused coursework

The 2012-2013 Georgia Tech Course Catalog has been posted online. Here are some IP course approvals to note:
New Global Economics (currently listed under Country/Regional):
INTA INTA INTA INTA 3321 4230 4330 4340 Pol Econ-Europe Integrat Sem in Europe-Euro Union Chinese Economic Reform Latin American Economics Global Economics Global Economics Global Economics Global Economics
Course Petitions: Interested in a course that is not currently on the IP list?

Some students wish to take coursework either at GT or overseas that is not currently listed on the IP approved courses list, but match well with one of the three areas: international relations, global economics, or country/region. IP students are welcome to petition to have a course count even if it is not on the list! Please see the IP Petition Form for details:
http://www.internationalplan.gatech.edu/forms
Approved special topics courses (not listed on catalog):

HTS 3055 Globalization Modern Era LCC 4813 METZ: Gateway to Europe International Relations Country/Regional
New International Plan Tracks Portal for all IP majors!!

You now have the opportunity to view examples of coursework and international experiences that will match both your major and the language you choose for the IP. This new portal provides one example amongst the many ways to fulfill the requirements for the International Plan. We encourage students to use this portal as a starting point, but also consult academic and study and work abroad advisors to select coursework and international experiences that match your own goals. Please see the link below for details. http://www.internationalplan.gatech.edu/iptracks

Summary of IP Requirements
1. Language proficiency in a language other than English (usually related to abroad experience), through a minimum of the 2002 level or equivalent. 2. Completion of 26 or more weeks in coherent international experiences. 3. Completion for 3 globally-oriented courses. 4. Completion of a globally focused major capstone. 5. Must maintain an overall 2.7 GPA. 6. Seeking a degree in participating major .
Full IP requirement details: http://www.internationalplan.gatech.edu/students/program-requirements

For Current and Future Graduating Students

IP Degree Designator
Once the IP is worked into DegreeWorks, it will also be added to the new Online Application for Graduation. For now, students petitioning to graduate with the IP Designator must still complete the IP Degree Designator Form (hard-copy; on Forms section of website: http://www.internationalplan.gatech.edu/forms ). Please note this form has changed: The Office of the Registrar has requested that the IP designator forms be collected and submitted by the International Plan Assistant Director. Therefore, students will obtain academic unit signatures first, then submit the original copy to the IP for the final approval. Thank you for your assistance with this new procedure!
SAVE THE DATE!
International Plan Initiation Ceremony

Thursday, August 23rd at 5:00 PM in the Student Center Ballroom (Gold)
The International Plan invites all newly accepted International Plan students to the fall Initiation Ceremony. Current IP students are also welcome and will be recognized. At the ceremony, you will meet advisors, learn about abroad opportunities, be able to mingle with current IP students, and be formally recognized for taking the first step in adding a global perspective to your education. All students, faculty, and staff are welcome.
Light refreshments to be served.

Advising Updates
New IP Faculty Representatives (Biology and Civil/Environmental Engineering)
Thank you to Dr. Jennifer Leavey and Dr. Don Webster! Welcome to Dr. Chrissy Spencer and Dr. Jaehong Kim! The IP welcomes the newest IP Faculty Representatives, Dr. Chrissy Spencer and Dr. Jaehong Kim, who will now be respectively advising Biology and Civil/Environmental Engineering students in the International Plan. They will be replacing Dr. Jennifer Leavey and Dr. Don Webster who we thank for their many years of service and commitment to the program. Warm welcome, Dr. Spencer and Dr. Kim, to the IP family!
Many thanks to all the IP Faculty Representatives!

Have you met your IP Faculty Representative? This person is a great resource who can help you develop the coherence of your personalized International Plan, will approve your international experience, supports students if you need to petition an IP regulation, and helps students develop their IP capstone projects. These faculty members also form a committee that helps drive the academic policies of the International Plan.
Find out who your IP Faculty Rep is on the Participating Majors page of the IP website: http://www.internationalplan.gatech.edu/students/participating-majors

Get Involved!
Attention Freshman! GT 1000 International Education section!
Wednesdays, 1:05-1:55 PM throughout the fall. (CRN: 87967) GT 1000 helps new GT students transition to college. The GT 1000-OIE section helps students transition to college and the world! The OIE section of GT 1000 aims to help students: 1. Articulate the importance of international experience and the relevance to your field of study; 2. Develop a sense of what it means to work in a multicultural/global environment; 3. Identify international academic opportunities that reflect both personal interests and academic goals. Students should sign up for the course during their fall registration period. http://www.internationalplan.gatech.edu/hg/item/136721
GT Virtual Career Fair, July 17 & 18

Meet Employers Live in a Virtual Setting! Open to GT Students & Alumni. Event Sponsored by Georgia Tech Career Services.
Registration required: http://www.gatech.careereco.net/

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IP Newsletter, Summer 2012

Happy U.S. Independence Day!

IP Newsletter, Summer 2012

Registration Fall 2012

Study and Work Abroad:

IP Newsletter, Summer 2012

Registration, Part II Globally-focused coursework

Course Petitions: Interested in a course that is not currently on the IP list?

Approved special topics courses (not listed on catalog):

New International Plan Tracks Portal for all IP majors!!

IP Newsletter, Summer 2012

Full IP requirement details: http://www.internationalplan.gatech.edu/students/program-requirements

IP Newsletter, Summer 2012

For Current and Future Graduating Students

SAVE THE DATE!

International Plan Initiation Ceremony

IP Newsletter, Summer 2012

Many thanks to all the IP Faculty Representatives!

IP Newsletter, Summer 2012

GT Virtual Career Fair, July 17 & 18

Registration required: http://www.gatech.careereco.net/

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