The 2024 Christian Study Abroad Summit

April 24 - 26
Lynchburg, Virginia

Join us for the first Christian Study Abroad Summit where a community of like-minded Christ followers in Study Abroad and Christian Higher Education can learn and network together.

The First Christian Study Abroad Summit

We recognize that there are phenomenal organizations that serve as leading experts in traditional study abroad such as the Forum on Education Abroad, NAFSA, and Institute of International Education.

Christian colleges, universities, and study abroad providers are well served by these organizations. What is missing, though, is a space for Christians to build community, collaborate, explore the nuances and unique challenges of Christian Study Abroad programming, and discern how the great commission can form our thinking around global engagement.

Summit Details

Dates: April 24, 25, and 26th

Location: Liberty University – Lynchburg, Virginia

Registration: $150, closes on April 17th

Cost Includes:

  • Event Registration

  • Two breakfasts, two lunches, and one dinner

*Note: The $150 rate does not include accommodations. As of March 26th, all rooms at the event hotel have been reserved. Attendees registering on or after March 26th will be charged a rate of $150 and be responsible for securing their accommodations.

We look forward to having you join us!

Benefits of Attending

Join group discussions and workshops to learn from one another

Get actionable insights into semester study abroad, faculty-led programs, and international internships

Network with the Christian community of professionals in study abroad and higher education

Topics and Schedule

We will cover several topics, including Global Perspectives on Christian Study Abroad, Current Global Issues, Markers of and Best Practices in Distinctly Christian Study Abroad, Academic/Faith Integration in a Global Setting, Student Life and Discipleship, Engagement with the Local and Global Church, and Financial Sustainability in Study Abroad.

Wednesday, April 24th

Welcome and Dinner

Worship

Speaker 1

Speaker 2

Thursday, April 25th

Breakfast

Session 1

Session 2

Session 3

Lunch

Session 4

Session 5

Friday, April 26th

Breakfast

Session 6

Session 7

Lunch with Closing Remarks

What Your Colleagues Are Saying

  • “Living and Learning International has been a trusted partner of the Biola Study Abroad Office for many years. The organization prioritizes and values everything our office would hope for in a Christian study abroad program, and our students consistently have incredible experiences at each of their program locations.

    I’ve been in my role at Biola for three years but haven’t attended a single study abroad conference or gathering. They’ve never felt like a great fit. But the Christian Study Abroad Summit is a fit, and I anticipate it will be an incredible opportunity to connect with colleagues at sister institutions, discuss big picture issues affecting Christian study abroad, and return better able to serve students.”

    Austin Burns-Robertson
    Associate Director of Study Abroad
    Biola University

  • “I am delighted that Living and Learning International is spearheading this summit, providing a platform for collaboration, coordination, and partnership in the critical mission of Christian Higher Education Abroad. With the CCCU trimming programs, it becomes imperative for Christian colleges and universities to unite and sustain these valuable experiences. This summit comes at a crucial juncture, and I envision L&LI leading the way as the driving force in these collective endeavors.”

    David J. Martínez, Ph.D.
    Director, Center for Study Abroad
    George Fox University

  • “This summit will be an important step in establishing a strong community of colleges, universities, and study abroad providers, that can work together to provide better study abroad experiences in a Christian context.”

    Joshua Britt, Ph.D.
    Assistant Professor of History
    Director of Global Education
    Southeastern University

Registration

Registration for the 2024 Christian Study Abroad Summit has closed. If you would like to be notified when next year’s summit registration opens, please fill out the form below.

Living & Learning

Since 2006, Living & Learning has been operating Christ-centered global education programs for young adults. Today, the Living & Learning network includes Living & Learning International, one of the nation’s leading providers of accredited Christian study abroad; Living & Learning Experiential Tours, short-term custom academic and missional travel for colleges, churches, sports teams, and high schools; and Living & Learning Education, a 501(c)(3) non-profit foundation furthering the mission of Living & Learning. All members of the Living and Learning network are firmly committed to a biblical Christian worldview.

LU Send

LU Send is Liberty University’s International Education office. LU Send’s international programs are designed to help equip students to become Champions for Christ by providing opportunities for them to experience their faith and education in action as they explore God’s diverse world alongside Liberty professors and classmates!

Registration Has Closed

We’ll see you next year!