The Semester at Sea brochure is now available online using a tool called Virtual Paper. You can flip the pages, zoom in and out, search for topics, send it to a friend, and print out the specific pages that interest you. Find out why Semester at Sea is the program of choice for more than 50,000 alumni worldwide: flip to pages 6-7 to find out more about all of the ways to sail on an ISE voyage.

For two days one of Africa's most revered champions was lauded for his lifetime of work. And five lucky SAS students accompanied Archbishop Desmond Tutu for an experience they will not soon forget. "Words cannot describe how lucky we are to have this opportunity with the Archbishop... he truly is a face of change and greatness and it was an absolute honor," said SAS student Joseph Bagliere. {More»}

For those with a passion for world travel, a love of learning, and a thirst for cross-cultural connections, the SAS Lifelong Learning program provides an unparalleled experience. The Lifelong Learning program is offered on fall, spring, and summer voyages; partial voyages are available. The 2-for-1 Lifelong Learner travel deal for the Spring 2011 voyage has been extended until November 1. Take advantage of special deals for lifelong learners.

August 27, 2010: The 103rd SAS voyage set sail from Halifax, Nova Scotia today with 606 undergraduates representing 260 colleges and universities; 62 lifelong learners; and 67 faculty and staff. The voyage will explore the academic theme National Identity in a Globalized World during its 100+ day journey to 11 global destinations. Watch the voyage's progress on the current voyage website.

HALIFAX, NOVA SCOTIA—Nobel Peace Prize Recipient Archbishop Desmond Tutu, 78, will serve as Senior Statesman in Residence and help launch the first Desmond Tutu Distinguished Chair in Global Understanding, a program established to honor his lifelong contributions to global awareness and intercultural understanding, when the 800-member academic community aboard the MV Explorer departs on its 103rd voyage tomorrow.

Norfolk, VA—More than 800 Semester at Sea students, faculty, and staff concluded their their 67-day summer voyage to North Africa and the Mediterranean this morning when the MV Explorer docked at the Half Moon Cruise and Celebration Center. Hundreds of sign-waving parents, families, and friends were present to welcome home their loved ones.

The upcoming Institute for Shipboard Education (ISE) Enrichment Voyage, a one-of-a-kind travel and learning adventure for participants of all ages, sets sail December 15 for 12 destinations in Central America. Lecturers, who have been selected for their regional expertise, will provide an in-depth look into the countries and cultures visited in an engaging shipboard environment. Participants can further tailor their travel experience through a variety of field program excursions and activities.

The FY 2010 ISE Year in Review describes the accomplishments of the 501(c)3 Institute for Shipboard Education from June 1, 2009 to May 31, 2010. This Year in Review showcases several of the ways that ISE accomplishes its mission of global education through unique opportunities and outreach via the Semester at Sea program.

JUST ANNOUNCED! The 2-for-1 rate has been extended! Lifelong Learners who confirm an inside or outside stateroom* at the single rate may bring a second person to share their cabin at no additional cost. The inside stateroom cost for single participants is $29,995 and outside stateroom cost is $31,495. Bring a friend and take advantage of this reduced rate, and pay just $14,997 or $15,747 (each) to sail around the world! Learn more.