International Opportunities

International Travel with Maggie L. Walker Governor’s School

Current & Upcoming International Study Trip Opportunities

Links below will direct to the trip sponsor for inquiries: 

• TBD

International Study Programs in Richmond VA

• U of R International Studies Program
• VCU School of World Studies

Local Events with International Flair

Although Maggie L. Walker Governor’s School cannot endorse non-school sponsored activities, families/students are invited to share other international cultural happenings in the metro area with each other.

• University of Richmond Annual International Film Series* 
• Richmond Folk Festival
• French Film Festival* 
• VCU Office of Multicultural Student Affairs (Events) 
• U of R Calendar of International Events
• Richmond Greek Festival
• Festival of India
• Lebanese Food Festival
• Richmond International Film Festival*  
• French Food Festival
• Richmond Oktoberfest

*Films shown at festivals are generally not rated and could potentially contain a wide range of content. Parental discretion is advised.

Past International Study Trips by MLWGS:  

• Costa Rica 2022
• England 2018, 2019, 2022, and 2023×2
• France 2018, and 2022
• London/Paris/Madrid 2023
• Iceland 2019
• Ireland 2023
• Russia 2013, 2015, 2018, and 2019
• Guatemala 2014, 2015, and 2016
• Greece 2022
• Canada 2015, 2016, 2017, 2018, 2019, and 2023
• Belize 2014
• Morroco 2017, 2018, and 2019
• Peru 2019
• Turkey 2014
• Germany 2013, 2019, and 2023
• Spain 2023

Participation in MLWGS International Travel is not required as part of a student’s academic record or other responsibilities at MLWGS. A student’s participation is voluntary and solely for the student’s benefit.