At SUNY Oswego Education Abroad, we are committed to helping all students access international education. We want to be sure that every student will have the tools to succeed both academically and personally during their program. This page is designed to help students navigate their own identities and learn more about how to prepare for their time abroad with identity in mind.
While there are many great resources listed below, do not hesitate to reach out to our office and/or your program coordinator if you wish to speak further about any concerns or questions you may have. We are here for you!
Student Experiences Abroad
Explore the photos and stories of returned study abroad students on our Student Experiences Abroad page and get inspired for your own journey. This is also where you will find the Being Abroad Podcast interviews.
I, Too, Am Study Abroad
The I, Too, Am Study Abroad campaign has been a key element at SUNY Oswego for increasing the participation of underrepresented students in Education Abroad. The centerpiece of the campaign is a discussion series that engages panels of returning study abroad students representing SUNY Oswego’s diversity to speak candidly about their choices and experiences, addressing issues that students face while overseas related to topics such as race, ethnicity, sexual orientation, socio-economic background, and other identity factors.
Accessibility Resources
- Mobility International USA
- Prep for Your Disability
- Disability Resources A - Z
- Diversity Abroad: Student with Disabilities Abroad
- Research Your Rights
- Disability Rights Education & Defense Fund
- International Laws
- National and Regional Strategic Plans on Disability
- National Clearinghouse on Disability and Exchange (NCDE)
- Centers for Disease Control and Prevention
- Transportation Security Adminstration
- Disabled Travelers
- Society for Accessible Travel and Hospitality (SATH)
- Human Rights Watch - Disability Rights
First-Generation Resources
A first-generation student is usually the first student in their family to study abroad or to go to college. Being new to these experiences, you and your family or support system may have many questions and concerns about study abroad.
- Diversity Abroad: First Generation Students Studying Abroad
- Go Abroad: First Generation Students Study Abroad Guide
- IIE: Supporting First Generation College Students in Education Abroad
- IES Student Blogs: First Generation Students
- IES: First Generation Resources
- How to Figure Out Study Abroad as a First-Gen College Student
LGBTQIA+ and Gender Identity Resources
- Diversity Abroad: LGBTQ+ Students Abroad
- IES Abroad
- IGLA World: Maps of Sexual Orientation Laws
- US Department of State: LGBTI Travel Information
- Air Travel Tips for Transgender Students
- Transgender Resources
- National Center for Transgender Equality
- Know Your Rights - Airport Security
- Transportation Security Administration (TSA): Airport Tips for Transgender Passengers
Men
- Go Abroad: An Open Letter to Men Who Don't Think Study Abroad is For Them
- The Washington Post: Why Do More Women Study Abroad Than Men?
- IFSA Butler: Male Perspectives on Study Abroad
Women
Race and Ethnicity Resources
- Diversity Abroad
- Diversity and Inclusion Abroad Guide
- Diversity Abroad: Minority & Students of Color Abroad
- Diversity Abroad: Tips for Heritage Seekers Traveling Abroad
African American & Black Students - All Abroad: Resources for African American Students
- Transitions Abroad: Top 10 Reasons
- Black and Abroad Instagram Page
- Managing Black Hair Abroad
- Asian/Pacific Islander Students
- All Abroad: Reasons to Study Abroad
- All Abroad: Resources for Asian/Pacific Islander Students
Hispanic Students - All Abroad: Reasons to Study Abroad
- All Abroad: Resources for Hispanic Students
- NASPA Article: A Latina's Study Abroad Journey
Native American Students - All Abroad: Reasons to Study Abroad
- All Abroad: Resources for Native American Students