Propose

Propose a Faculty-Led Program

Thank you for your interest in leading a UA international program!

This proposal process, once successfully completed, will not only enable your program to be approved, but will also serve as a tool in the on-going management of your program. Please complete the following procedural items:

General Process Timeline

Approval Procedure

1. Read the Guide to Faculty Led Study Abroad Programs.
2. Complete the following items:
   • Faculty-Led Study Abroad Program Request for Approval
   • Budget (email the excel file)
   • Destination Description
   • Sign Academic Endorsements
     • Director’s Signature, department chair, and Dean’s signature are all required.
     • Programs with two faculty proposing from different departments require signatures from both department chairs.
     • If Honors designation, a signature is required by the Honors College and the faculty member’s home department.
   • Submit a paper copy of complete approval packet to Education Abroad (Box 870254).
   • Email a scanned electronic copy of the complete packet to carolir@ua.edu

• After Approval: Participate in the Spring Faculty Director Workshop (Risk Management/Budget Training).

Note: The Education Abroad Office has modeled the approval process on the recommendations of the Forum on Education Abroad Standards of Good Practice for Short-Term Education Abroad Programs.