IMPORTANT ANNOUNCMENT

The KIIS office is moving to Western Kentucky University, effective July 1, 2009.  The new address and phone for KIIS are as follows:

Kentucky Institute for International Studies

Western Kentucky University

Tate Page Hall 129

1906 College Heights Boulevard #11030

Bowling Green, KY 42101-1030

 (The #11030 MUST be in the address in order to reach the KIIS office.)

NEW PHONE NUMBERS:

270-745-4416 -- The main office number – tentatively, as of July 1, 2009

270-745-4413 -- The new fax number  

Until the new phone lines are operational or in case of emergency, call 270-227-2288 or 270-331-6805, or email: This e-mail address is being protected from spam bots, you need JavaScript enabled to view it

This move in no way affects Summer 2009 programs; it is merely a home office location change.  Credits for summer 2009 programs will still be awarded through Murray State University.  Future programs credits will be awarded by WKU.

All the information for the 2009 PROGRAMS is available by cruising our website.  Click on "Study Abroad Programs" to begin your exploration of all our Study Abroad Programs for 2009.  We also have a concise full color  booklet available for printing.   The NEW full-color brochure is available as a PDF. (click for link)   Please feel free to print-out this photo-packed, informative booklet.

information regarding the site:

The site is best viewed at 1024 resolution (CLICK LINK above left).

Our site has been designed to make your browsing experience easy. Some of the things you will want to take a look at are listed below:

• The tabs at the top of our homepage give you access to interesting LINKS and DOCUMENTS including airline flight itineraries  which are also avaiable by clicking the following links (summer, fall and spring-click link) and the new International Travel Safety news.
  
• Course SYLLABI will be posted on your program's 'courses' page when available.
• The program information can be sent as an e-mail or made into a PDF for printing by clicking on the icons on each program's homepage directly above the TABLE OF CONTENTS.
  
• You must register to use MyKIIS (separate link above). Just click on the "APPLY" button and set-up a MyKIIS account

We have been offering programs for a variety of groups for more than 30 years. From feedback we received, we have compiled the following list of benefits:

• As a participant your education is very practical and includes lifelong, unforgettable experiences.
• You learn to appreciate other cultures while marvelling at your own.
• Your language skills improve significantly.
• While some programs require prior language training, there are several that are taught in English with no language requirement.
• You will learn a lot about yourself and your abilities, and become a stronger and more confident individual.
• Your study abroad experience will help you to stand out among college graduates. 
• KIIS program costs are very reasonable and comparable to studying on campus.
• The course credits earned are from Murray State University.
• Eurail passes are available through the KIIS office that will allow economical travel to other countries on weekends.

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The Kentucky Institute for International Studies would like to invite faculty from all KIIS member institutions to submit course proposals for its 2010 summer programs.  KIIS begins accepting proposals/applications December 1, 2008.  To apply click on the "Apply Online Now" menu item and proceed to the MyKIIS sytem to set-up your account and create a faculty application.

They must be submitted by the March 1, 2009 deadline.

Please call Ms. Elizabeth Thomas with any questions 270/809-3423 or e-mail This e-mail address is being protected from spam bots, you need JavaScript enabled to view it