Cardinals Take Flight
"Study Abroad" Post-Graduation
Cardinals Take Flight invites SVSU alumni to keep exploring, learning, and discovering the world, no matter where life has taken you. Your education doesn’t stop at graduation, and now you can “study abroad” for a lifetime through travel experiences designed just for Cardinal graduates.
Choose the adventure that fits your style:
- Faculty-Led Study Abroad Trips – Dive deep into a single topic with SVSU faculty and enjoy the rare chance to travel alongside current students for a truly one-of-a-kind experience.
- Select OLLI Trips – Slow down, take in the sights, and enjoy relaxed, scenic journeys perfect for soaking up culture at an easy pace.
- Alumni-Exclusive Group Travel – A just-right blend of exploration and enrichment, created specifically for Cardinal adventurers.
Each trip offers different pricing and accommodations, so you can pick what works best for you.
Whether you studied abroad at SVSU or never had the opportunity, Cardinals Take Flight offers meaningful, well-curated travel experiences designed with alumni in mind.
Upcoming Trips
Faculty Led Study Abroad
Faculty-led Study Abroad trips offer alumni the opportunity to join short, academically focused travel experiences led by SVSU faculty. These programs last 1 to 3 weeks and typically include 10 to 20 participants. These programs explore specific topics and are ideal for alumni who want structured learning, meaningful cultural engagement, and the opportunity to travel with current cardinals. With varying costs and accommodations, these programs provide unique access to lectures from expert professors or exclusive sessions with industry leaders. Since the trips are designed for students, alumni may participate only if space is available after student registration and must register as a guest student if selected.
New Years in Paris with OLLI
SVSU’s OLLI (Osher Lifelong Learning Institute) group invites alumni to join a memorable New Year’s trip to Paris from December 28, 2026, to January 3, 2027. This opportunity is open to the entire alumni community (plus one guest) at a cost of $6,538 per person, which includes flights from DTW, travel insurance, and a thoughtfully planned itinerary. Travelers will enjoy a hands on Parisian baking class, tea at the Palace of Versailles, and an unforgettable New Year’s Eve celebration. Designed at a relaxed pace, the trip balances guided experiences with free time to explore independently for a culturally rich and enjoyable getaway. Learn more about OLLI HERE.
Coming Soon: Alumni Exclusive Trip
Earlier this year, we asked alumni where they would like to go on an exclusive trip abroad. We gathered your input and are working on creating the perfect trip! Information about the trip: location, dates, activities, and price, will be announced in 2026, with the trip taking place in 2027.
CONTACT US.
Alumni
Wickes Hall 160
alumni@svsu.edu
(989) 964-4196