Year 1 - 30 credit hours
Considering international opportunities? Visit the Language Centre and check out the International Centre website to learn more international opportunities for UM students. Consider an exchange program in China, Hong Kong, Japan, South Korea or Taiwan.
Explore communities and cultures you want to work with: Visit the Manitoba Japanese Canadian Cultural Community Centre, the Winnipeg Chinese Cultural and Community Centre, explore Winnipeg’s Chinatown established in 1909 or attend Asian Heritage Month in May. Learn about local agencies via department advisors and 211 Manitoba.
Year 2 - 60 credit hours
Develop global career skills and expand intercultural learning: Consider an international student exchange to China, Hong Kong, Japan, South Korea or Taiwan through the International Centre. Apply for scholarships through the Japanese and Taiwanese governments when studying in their countries. Check out my My World Abroad or SWAP for a "working holiday."
Staying local? Check out the pavilions of Folklorama. Consider enhancing language and culture knowledge through the Language Partner Volunteer Program.
Year 3 - 90 credit hours
Did you travel abroad? Become an exchange mentor for the International Student Mentorship Program, join the exchange student community at the University of Manitoba or write an article about your experience.
Participate in the multicultural opportunities on campus: Volunteer for Graduation Pow Wow.
Prepare to work in a multicultural environment: Visit Canada's National Research Centre for Truth and Reconciliation on campus. Get access to LinkedIn Learning through the Winnipeg Public Library and take courses to develop your cross-cultural intelligence. Consider teaching English in South Korea.