There are many ways in which individuals, organizations, institutions, communities, and our nation can contribute to heightening awareness of the importance of enhancing and expanding study abroad opportunities of our students. We invite you to participate in this Year of Study Abroad, assisted by the following materials.

Joint Statement
View the Joint Statement of Support for 2006 the Year of Study Abroad. The statement was initially signed by: American Association of Community Colleges, American Association of State Colleges and Universities, American Council on Education, Association of American Universities, National Association of Independent Colleges and Universities, National Association of State Universities and Land Grant Colleges, NAFSA: Association of International Educators and The Commission on the Abraham Lincoln Study Abroad Fellowship Program. If you are interested in having your organization sign on, please fill out the form on the contact us page.

Sample Proclamation
This document will give you a template to declare 2006 as the Year of Study Abroad in your local community, college, or state!

Take Action!
A list of activities that YOU can do to promote study abroad.

Logo Use Form(NAFSA site)
Interested in using the official Year of Study Abroad Logo? This form provides technical instructions and guidelines for use.