For Ashley, studying in Spain was about more than school and language learning – it was about engaging completely with a foreign culture, opening herself up to as many new experiences as possible and overcoming the challenges associated with being far from home. Ashley’s story discusses how she dealt with culture shock and made her study abroad experience a success. Read more in the Stories from Abroad section. Been abroad? Tell us about it!
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Posted on Monday, September 5, 2022 - 10:14 in Stories from Abroad, Study Abroad
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Posted on Thursday, September 1, 2022 - 09:16 in Stories from Abroad, Study Abroad
Mitchell fell in love with Japanese culture before he even booked his plane ticket! His study abroad experience was a chance for him to experience day-to-day life in Japan first-hand, and to connect with like-minded globe-trotters from around the world.
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Posted on Thursday, August 25, 2022 - 05:12 in Stories from Abroad, Study Abroad
Laura spent a year in Lyon, France as part of a university exchange program. As a “self-proclaimed Francophile” she was eager to adapt to the French way of life and drink in all the that the city and country had to offer. Laura’s account of her time in France describes her experience of culture shock, her adaptation to the slower pace of life and her advice for anyone considering a similar program.
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Posted on Sunday, August 14, 2022 - 05:22 in Stories from Abroad, Study Abroad
Kimberly overcame fears of homesickness and culture shock to spend a month studying abroad in London, England. While studying, she made plenty of friends, learned about British culture and “London pride” – and rose to the challenge of adapting in a foreign land.
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Posted on Saturday, July 23, 2022 - 05:11 in Stories from Abroad, Study Abroad, Language Learning
With university majors in international studies and French, it was an obvious choice for Heather to spend some time in Paris. With an eye to making the most of the opportunity to improve her French language skills, Heather chose her program's homestay option, and tried to interact with Parisians as much as possible in their own language. Read about the trip that turned Heather into a travel addict!
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Posted on Friday, May 13, 2022 - 08:12 in Stories from Abroad, Study Abroad, Travel Abroad
Jessica never expected that she would go abroad, but after choosing to attend university in her hometown, she wanted a change. Read her story to find out what she learned about herself and the world as she studied in Ireland, and traveled all over Europe. This is a positive and inspiring instalment of our Stories from Abroad series! Check it out. Been abroad? Tell us about it!
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Posted on Thursday, March 24, 2022 - 06:00 in Stories from Abroad, Study Abroad
Alex is a business-minded student. He understands the value of having a global perspective in the workplace and chose to study in Australia not only for personal enrichment – but also to open potential career pathways career, build valuable experience and extend his personal network half-way across the globe!
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Posted on Friday, March 11, 2022 - 04:14 in Stories from Abroad, Study Abroad
Inspired by the international travels of his older sister, Sean knew he wanted to go somewhere exotic and totally foreign on his study abroad adventure. Going to Morocco – and living with a host family during his stay – allowed him to fully engage with a rich and exciting culture.
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Posted on Tuesday, March 8, 2022 - 05:22 in Stories from Abroad, Study Abroad, Volunteer Abroad
Katie's short-term adventure to Greece gives insight into the ideal go-abroad mentality: openness, eagerness and a sense of humor. Katie planned her trip well in advance, giving herself the time and freedom to make sure she was prepared and in the right mindset to make the most of her weeks abroad. Take a look at her full story right here. Been abroad? Tell us about it!
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Posted on Wednesday, March 2, 2022 - 05:12 in Stories from Abroad, Study Abroad, Volunteer Abroad
Heather spent a full academic year on exchange at the Tec de Monterrey campus in Guadalajara, with the goals of improving her Spanish and immersing herself in Mexican culture. Not only did she achieve these goals, she also earned course credit and volunteered with community groups to gain even more insight into the colorful local culture.
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