CSAC Year Three
The third annual Christian Study Abroad Conference by Living and Learning International ✈️ is happening April 15-17, 2026 at Southeastern University in Lakeland, Florida, and registration is open!
Why Year 3 Matters
As we step into the third year of the Christian Study Abroad Conference, this gathering feels significant. In 2024, we launched the vision that came from the question, "What if we bring together professionals who are passionate about and working in the field of Christian study abroad?"
In 2025, we built momentum, expanded the conversation, grew the network, and solidified this as an annual space to connect. We also launched new initiatives that will continue to contribute value to the world of Christian study abroad, like a best practices initiative and plans for an annual academic journal.
Now, in year three, we’re building on that foundation, and we're so excited about the future of CSAC. We’re not just continuing a new tradition; we’re deepening and strengthening this network of Christian study abroad professionals. We've set out to create a resource that serves professionals in the field all year long, and we can't wait to be with everyone again.
Why Your Voice Matters
We believe that the voices, stories, and insights from across Christian higher education and global programs will, together, shape the identity and future of this conference and collective.
Greg Belgum, Living & Learning International Vice President, invites you to the Christian Study Abroad Conference
As study abroad professionals, you bring unique perspectives to the table.
You know the challenges your students face navigating study abroad and study away opportunities, as well as those critical internship hours that actually prepare them for their future careers.
You've seen firsthand how cultural immersion can spark growth, transformation, and deeper understandings of personal faith and the Gospel.
You have a specific understanding of the logistical, academic, and spiritual components that make international education not just possible, but powerful and even necessary.
All these reasons and more are why your voice matters so much here.
By sharing your expertise and insights, whether through an individual presentation or in a panel discussion, your voice helps equip our professional community and network to provide excellent opportunities for students around the globe.
After all, we all share a common goal for students to have semesters, summers, short-term trips, and internships that will impact their academic experiences in a way that they will never forget.
Together, we can explore how cross-cultural experiences, discipleship while abroad, and the opportunity to interact with communities through a Christian worldview intersect with study abroad in ways that prepare students to engage the world with wisdom, intellect, and grace.
Ways to Get Involved
Come to the conference! 🎉 Join your colleagues, meet more program providers, and connect with educators as we all explore best practices, challenges, and innovations in Christian study abroad—and leave encouraged that you're not alone in this field.
Submit a proposal 📄 Share your research, walk us through your case studies, or tell stories that can inspire and equip others.
Invite your colleagues 💬 Do you know someone who should be at CSAC 2026? Do you and your coworker want to present together? Make sure they know about the conference, too!
Are You Ready for CSAC 2026?
We believe CSAC 2026 will be a space where community is strengthened, new initiatives are sharpened, ideas are shared, and our collective vision for Christian global and international education is strengthened.
Whether you attend, present, or both, you’ll play a role in shaping a future where students encounter the world in meaningful ways.
Submit a proposal: https://landli.org/christian-study-abroad-conference/call-for-proposals
Register now: https://landli.org/christian-study-abroad-conference/registrations