Interested in studying abroad while earning academic credit? Visit the FLEAP Fair on Wednesday, October 22nd to explore exciting international opportunities!

The CIS Department is offering two 3-credit courses in Spring 2026 as Faculty-Led Education Abroad Program (FLEAP) experiences:

• INFS 3100: Global Perspectives of Information Security
• CYBS 4360: Emerging Topics in Cybersecurity

Students will complete coursework in the Spring semester at RMU and then finish the class on an international trip in May 2026, led by the faculty. Past students have studied in destinations like Spain, Portugal, Sweden, and Norway. This year’s adventure takes you to Germany and Belgium!

Come by the FLEAP Fair to learn more and start planning your global experience! If you have any questions please feel free to reach out to Dr. Paullet at paullet@rmu.edu or Dr. Pinchot at pinchot@rmu.edu.

FLEAP Fair
Wednesday, October 22, 2025
Wheatley Lobby:  11:00 AM – 1:00 PM

Fellowships and scholarships can help you achieve your educational and professional goals! Every year, students receive money to study, travel, learn a language, earn a graduate degree, work for the government, and teach English all over the world.

Come see how scholarships and fellowships can help shape your future. Attend an info session hosted by the Office of Scholar Development. ALL SESSIONS ARE VIRTUAL. Use the QR code on the flyer or this link.

If you are unable to attend a virtual session, and would like to learn more, please email: Julianne Michalenko (michalenkoj@rmu.edu)

If you are wanting to travel abroad while earning credits, CIS is offering a 3-credit FLEAP course called INFS 3100 Global Perspectives of Information Technology, taught by Dr. Karen Paullet. Last year students studied in Portugal and Spain. This year, the class will travel to Ireland and Scotland. Students who are accepted into the program will enroll in the course in the 2nd 8 weeks of the spring 2025 semester, and then will complete the travel portion of the class in May 2025.  Applications are being accepted until December 2nd.  

The FLEAP application and other information, including the program fee, are included on this website:

https://www.rmu.edu/academics/provost/cge/study-abroad/fleaps