Erasmus Exchange in AUBG

1. Erasmus Exchange in AUBG AUBG has been awarded a Standard Erasmus University Charter in the framework of the Lifelong Learning Programme for the period from 2007 till 2014

2. The AUBG Advantage • A private American style university teaching in English • Accredited in the USA and Bulgaria • Liberal arts curriculum based on choice and practical knowledge • An excellent international faculty • A highly talented student body that makes a difference • Diverse experience to develop knowledge, skills, and values

3. Career Development Majors: • Business Administration • Computer Science • Economics • European Studies • History • Journalism and Mass Communication • Mathematics • Political Sciences and International Relations • Southeast European Studies

4. Career Flexibility Minors: • Anthropology • Computer Science • Economics • European Studies • History • Journalism and Mass Communication • Mathematics • Political Sciences and International Relations • Fine Arts • Information Systems • Rhetoric and Writing

5. A “High Tech” Campus • Multimedia classrooms • Fully-equipped computer labs • High-speed Internet access for academic purposes • Largest English-language university library in Southeastern Europe • Modern on-line system for research

6. Additional information for the AUBG courses • AUBG has implemented the ECTS system - 1 AUBG credit = 2 ECTS credits • All the courses that AUBG offers can be found at the following link: http://www.aubg.bg/template5.aspx?page=4489&menu=001000000000 • The courses for each semester are available at: http://reg.aubg.bg/ • The University offers courses in Applied music, Applied Theatre, Drawing etc. • Erasmus students may join the AUBG Choir and several AUBG Theatre groups.

7. Information for incoming Erasmus students • The Erasmus program at AUBG is administered by the Office of Student Services • Erasmus coordinator: Lydia Krise, Dean of Students e-mail: Lydia@aubg.bg • Erasmus and Financial assistant: Mariya Handzhiyska e-mail: mhandzhiyska@aubg.bg ; erasmus@aubg.bg • ECTS coordinator: Evelina Terzieva e-mail: Eva@aubg.bg

8. Student Services Department The services and assistance provided by the following offices are open to all incoming Erasmus students : • Office of the Dean of Students • International Student Services • Residence Life & Housing • Athletics and Activities • Dining Services • Health Center • Career Center • Advising Center • Counseling Center

9. Office of the Dean of students Erasmus Evening The task of the Office of Dean of Students is to assist students outside the classroom to achieve their highest potential This office coordinates and provides the following programs and services: • Cross-cultural and co-curricular programs • Orientation for new students • Study Abroad and Exchange Programs

10. Orientation week Check-in day • Each year the student services team welcomes new students and organizes numerous events during the orientation week President’s reception for new students Community service All-Campus picnic

11. International Student Services • The office of International Student Services strives to promote international awareness by allowing individuals to experience other cultures. • It aims to educate students to respect similarities and differences related to race, ethnicity, religion, sexual orientation, gender, or social background. Diversity training

12. International week Country presentations Taste Fest Each year the diversity team and the Phi Beta Delta honor society at AUBG organize an international week Dance Fest Customs

13. Residence Life and Housing All Erasmus students are accommodated in the modern AUBG facilities • The residence halls are not just where students live, but also watch films, listen to lectures, participate in student government, study, meet new friends, have parties, and participate in many other activities. • Residence Life focuses on Residential Life, Disability Awareness, Campus Activities, Community Service and Student Government and Clubs.. • Motivated and well trained students known as Resident Assistants are always available, so students can rely on their advice and help Karaoke night

14. Sports Activities • Each Residence Hall has a well equipped aerobic room and fitness center • AUBG students can choose to participate in the following activities and events Aerobics (women) Fitness training Softball (men & women) Basketball (men & women) Soccer outdoor Soccer, indoor Boxing (men & women) Martial Arts (men & women) Ski and Hiking trips Tennis (men & women) Volleyball (men & women) American football (flag) Darts Chess Table tennis Billiard Street ball Swimming Yoga Tae Bo Latino Dances Annual Tournaments Chess Table tennis Carting Bowling AUBG Olympics

15. Dining Services • AUBG has 2 cafes, a Pizza parlor and a Canteen where all the students can eat a variety of meals, including numerous vegetarian options. Each December AUBG organizes a Culinary show

16. Part of the New Europe Bulgaria Southeastern Europe Blagoevgrad At the foot of Rila and Pirin Mountains, 100km south of the capital Sofia

17. A University Town • BLAGOEVGRADStudent-friendly town • Walking plaza, shops, restaurants • Outdoor cafes, movie theater, recreational facilities • Safe surroundings

18. Blagoevgrad

19. Thank you Your questions are welcome! VISIT OUR WEB SITE: http://www.aubg.bg