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A Warm Welcome to Long Beach: SAF Student's Tour of CSULB by Partnered Housing Provider

Our housing provider at California State University, Long Beach (CSULB) gave a group of SAF students a tour of their new campus and city. What a warm welcome!

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Student voices

When the Unexpected Happens: Response to Changed Flights during IES Dublin Study Tour

Unexpected flight changes led to a unexpected trip extension for students on a Dublin study tour in 2026. Here's how the SAF support team handled the situation.

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Student voices

Seeing the World Through Food: Finding My Future in Rome

Misuzu Katayama reflects on her Italian Food Culture and Sustainability in Rome study tour during Spring 2024. Read her insights and the experience's influence.

Informative Notice
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Life after study abroad

Parent Perspective on the Value of SAF Study Tours: I'm Glad My Child Went

Interview with Ms. Ruriko Katayama, the mother of a student who participated in the Spring 2024 Italian Food Culture and Sustainability in Rome study tour.

Informative Notice For universities and companies
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SAF Staff Spotlight: Victoria Lai

Victoria Lai is our Program Development Specialist based in Southern California, USA. Learn about the great work she does on many of our student-facing efforts.

Informative Notice For universities and companies
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How SAF Career Readiness in Milan Helps Students Prepare for International Workplaces

For students in Asia interested in working abroad, SAF's Career Readiness Study Tour in Milan offers concrete outputs and real-world experiences!

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Life after study abroad

SAF Korea Ambassadors Share Career Lessons at Seoul Networking Event

SAF Korea hosted a networking event for recent and past Global Ambassadors to connect, share job-search insights, and strengthen their communication skills.

SAF Global Ambassador Informative Notice
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Press releases

SAF Japan's 2025 Annual Meeting: The "Now" of Study Abroad Support

In March 2026, the SAF Annual Meeting and Networking Event was held at Chuo University. Partners shared on the current and future state of study abroad support.

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Student voices

"Unforgettable Moments" Encountered Around the World: Winners of the 2026 SAF Japan Photo Contest

SAF Japan recently held their annual photo contest to highlight moments captured by students during their study abroad journeys. Here are the winners.

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Apply For Your Passport Today

Getting your passport and visa are crucial steps for studying abroad. Applying for both can take several months - especially with COVID-19 realities around the world! Make sure you plan ahead.

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