Lindsay Brindley (Master of Arts) Curriculum and Instruction
Adjunct Professor, LSSU
Grant Leader, LSSU Department of Education
Curriculum Consultant, EUPISD
Study Abroad
Reasons for Studying Abroad
It is important to prepare our undergraduates to live and work in a global society and study abroad is one of the ways in which this can be accomplished.
Recent federal reports cite a language and cultural skill shortage in more than 70 agencies critical to national security, public diplomacy and economic competitiveness.
Studying abroad accelerates skill building and strengthens strategic relationships.
Studying abroad opens the door to new career options.
Living in a foreign country helps students better understand the world at large as well as their own culture
An annual Michigan-Shiga Goodwill Mission offers opportunities for Michigan and Shiga residents to deepen friendships and cultural understanding between our sister-states. During the summer or fall of odd-numbered years, a delegation of Michigan community members enjoys a ten-day Goodwill Mission to Shiga, including home-stay experiences with Shiga families. All residents of Michigan are welcome to participate. Those under 18 years of age must be accompanied by an adult.
The governor of Michigan names a representative to head the Goodwill Delegation traveling to Shiga. During the summer or fall of even-numbered years, Michigan families host guests from Shiga for about five days during the Goodwill Mission to Michigan. Families and individuals throughout the state of Michigan are encouraged to host Shiga delegates. Learn more...
Mandatory Study Aboard Health Insurance program
For all LSSU study abroad students. Enroll in the LSSU group plan using access code: FLD-11348. This study abroad health insurance must be purchased separately, using a personal credit card.
LSSU Consortium Programs
