It has been rather hard for me to determine what was my favorite memory from my time in South Africa in 2010. This doesn’t really come as a surprise, as I spent 22… Continue reading
I was recently asked for my favorite memory from my visit to Hofu, Japan, in 2006. It might sound a little silly but it is of a six-year-old girl crying. When participating in… Continue reading
Within the last two decades, the percentage of students studying abroad in college has drastically increased. No longer is it an option solely for the rich or for those who are studying in… Continue reading
Starting with a blank slate can be very exciting but also very challenging when working in study abroad. William Penn University had its first study abroad program to Rwanda and Tanzania in March… Continue reading
As a blogger (or someone who is responsible for having a blog even if you won’t call yourself a “blogger” just quite yet), you sometimes gain momentum and ideas for posts from blogs… Continue reading
There is a major difference between missing home and wanting to return to home before the intended date. Being homesick is a natural feeling while on a study abroad program. For many students,… Continue reading
As an undergraduate, I remember having discussions with my parents regarding study abroad. While the range of topics did include the length, the amount of security, how to afford costs, and what to… Continue reading
So what if you are an unconventional student – or not even a student – and don’t have time, funds, effort, etc. to study abroad? There are still many solutions open to you… Continue reading
The USA Today posted an interesting article on April 10th, 2012, by Alex Parrott. As a prior study abroad participant himself, he shares insights by universities and colleges on how to best highlight… Continue reading
For many students, the decision to study abroad is merely the first step in a long process of decisions and actions. Many questions will be formed, by the potential study abroadee, their family… Continue reading
