AUIP Study Abroad

This week we celebrate the power of global education and the life-changing journeys it creates! On Study Abroad Day 2026, AUIP proudly recognizes the students, partners, and institutions who make international learning possible!

Studying abroad is more than earning credits it’s about building friendships across borders, discovering new cultures, gaining global perspectives, and preparing for a world without limits.

At AUIP, we remain committed to expanding opportunities, strengthening partnerships, and empowering students to explore, grow, and lead globally.

Here’s to new destinations, bold dreams, and a future connected through education. 💙✈️

As the year comes to a close, we would like to extend our sincere thanks to our faculty leaders, study abroad colleagues, participants, guides, guest speakers, drivers, and suppliers for being part of our shared journey. We wish you a restful holiday season and a happy, healthy, and inspiring new year!
Ngā mihi o te wā | Season’s greetings!

https://www.rnz.co.nz/life/culture/majestic-mt-taranaki-picture-wins-international-photograph-of-the-year-award

'Majestic' Mt Taranaki picture wins International Photograph of the Year Award The Austrian winner, who began taking photography seriously three years ago, says he doesn't usually take part in competitions but felt 'The Land Before Time' was worth submitting.

This week has been International Education Week. (18-21 Nov 2025). To celebrate, we will be sharing some transformative experiences for our past students!

Kolla Buchanan: "Travelling to Australia and New Zealand with the Virginia Tech and AUIP program changed my life. I learned so much about the world, felt and became inspired to make positive impacts on the world through conservation work, and grew so much personally. Within this time, I feel as though I came out a better version of myself and more enthusiastic about the possibilities the world has to offer".

This week has been International Education Week. (18-21 Nov 2025). To celebrate, we will be sharing some transformative experiences for our past students!

Kolla Buchanan: "Travelling to Australia and New Zealand with the Virginia Tech and AUIP program changed my life. I learned so much about the world, felt and became inspired to make positive impacts on the world through conservation work, and grew so much personally. Within this time, I feel as though I came out a better version of myself and more enthusiastic about the possibilities the world has to offer".

From Wendy Preston, AUIP Program Coordinator's recent famil trip to Fiji

"Lucky me, this has been my office for last 8 days. Met some wonderful people and visited spectacular locations. Honoured to have been so warmly welcomed everywhere we've been. Fiji is a superb setting for study abroad, an immersive global classroom for experimental learning across multiple disciplines - environment, sustainability, science, culture, communities, education, health and much more.
If you're looking for a Fiji holiday with a difference I can highly recommend Barefoot Manta in the Yasawas. Unique in Fiji, there's a Marine Conservation Centre and a dedicated team of marine biologists. Their hard work over the years to preserve the coral reef in cooperation with the local community on Naviti Island has resulted in truly outstanding healthy coral reefs.
AUIP Study Abroad
Barefoot Kuata
Barefoot Manta Island
Marine Conservation Trust
Coffee Sigatoka
Sigatoka Sand Dunes National Park
Usp International Office Laucula Campus Suva
Fiji Museum, Suva, Fiji
Kula Wild Adventure Park
Rosie Holidays Fiji
Tourist Transport Fiji
South Sea Cruise "Yasawa Flyer"
Mercure Nadi
Mango Bay Resort Fiji

Today we celebrated Helen Beumelburg for her 10-year anniversary with AUIP as Operations and Programs Manager!

For a decade, Helen has helped create transformative faculty-led study abroad experiences and supported educators and students as they explore the South Pacific.

Thank you for your leadership, vision, and unwavering commitment to global learning. Here’s to the next chapter!

🌏 Looking ahead to International Education next week 2025!
For over 40 years, AUIP has been providing programs that combine rigorous academic study with opportunities for experiential learning. AUIP strives to provide the highest quality academic and logistics support for faculty-led study abroad programs in the South Pacific. We work with universities to develop experiential programs that equip students to engage globally, sustain the natural environment, and work across cultures at home and abroad.

We are proud to celebrate International Education Week this November!

👉 Visit auip.com to learn more.

We're proud to announce that AUIP was named as a Finalist for the AmCham 'Bilateral Connections with the USA' at the 26th AmCham-DHL Express Success & Innovation Awards! 🇺🇸🇳🇿
AUIP's Director Kevin Arscott and Operations Manager Helen Beumelburg attended the gala in Auckland last month.
This recognition celebrates the strength of our partnerships and the work we do to foster meaningful connections between New Zealand and the United States through international education and collaborations.

A big thank you to AmCham NZ for highlighting the impact of Kiwi businesses operating on the global stage — and congratulations to all the finalists and winners!

“Remote environments are tough... even when you're built for them.”

As our AUIP Antarctic Lecture Series continues, we’re excited to welcome Dr. Kimberley Norris, an expert in psychology and resilience in extreme settings.

This week’s talk explores a powerful topic:
🧠 "From Antarctica to Outer Space: Psychology in Remote Environments"
What does it take to stay mentally well in the most isolated places on Earth — and beyond?

🚢 Our first Antarctic voyage launches early December and we can't wait-but until then, we'll see you online!