Interested in studying abroad while advancing your career in education?
Are you an undergraduate senior thinking about graduate school and passionate about international learning experiences?
Join us for a Careers in International Education Event and Information Session featuring the Field-Based Graduate Programs in Indonesia. This unique opportunity allows you to study abroad while earning graduate credit from the University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign.
Hosted by the Office of International Education and Online Programs, this session is ideal for undergraduate seniors, recent graduates, and working professionals who want to gain international experience and explore careers in global education, international development, or educational policy.
Tuesday, April 22 | 6 PM – 7 PM CT
Presenters: Dr. Allison Witt, Director of International Programs, and Dr. Leonardus Eko Sudibyo
Location: Live via Zoom
Registration is required. Register Now!
During the session, you will learn about:
- A unique opportunity to study abroad in Indonesia while earning graduate credit
- How the program supports career paths in international and comparative education
- Program structure, eligibility requirements, and admissions process
- How this experience can apply toward the Graduate Certificate in International Education Administration & Leadership, the Master of Education (Ed.M.), or the Doctorate of Education (Ed.D.) in Education Policy, Organization & Leadership (EPOL)
Why attend?
- Learn how to gain hands-on international experience
- Explore how global education impacts real-world learning and leadership
- Hear from program leaders about how studying abroad can shape your professional and academic future
- Discover how this opportunity can lead to advanced certificates or degrees and meaningful careers in international education
Short Bio of our guest Dr. Leonardus Eko Sudibyo:
Leonardus Eko Sudibyo is a dedicated educator and scholar with a Ph.D. in Curriculum and Instruction from the University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign and an M.A. in Applied English Linguistics from the University of Wisconsin–Madison. He currently serves as teaching faculty at the Catholic University of Weetebula in Sumba, Indonesia. His professional journey spans decades of leadership and instructional roles in Indonesia and the U.S., with a focus on teacher professional development, international education, and curriculum reform. A Fulbright Presidential Doctoral Scholar, Dr. Sudibyo has also led multiple study abroad programs and contributed to global education initiatives. He is fluent in Indonesian and Javanese, with additional language skills in Latin, Spanish, and French, and enjoys photography, music, gardening, and hands-on technical work.
Application Deadline for studying Abroad in Indonesia: May 15. Apply Now!
This is a valuable opportunity to combine travel, learning, and graduate-level study in an immersive international setting. Whether you are about to complete your undergraduate degree or are a working professional seeking global experiences, we welcome you to join us and learn more.
Register for this session NOW! Please download the free Zoom software and set up an account to participate.
Join a network of peers from around the globe who are shaping the future of education! Read about the student experiences of our online students, who are some of the most passionate, inventive, and committed graduates the College of Education has nurtured.
*Please note all event times are in Central Time.