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Tue, 01 Feb 2011 22:12:55 +0000

[...] many of us overpack our bags, triple-check that we have our passports, leave our friends behind and begin a semester abroad. If I learned anything from my two study abroad experiences — besides which [...]

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Friends That Go the Distance… Literally : College Candy — Wed, 10 Mar 2010 19:45:24 +0000

[...] Friends That Go the Distance… Literally March 10, 2010 – 2:00 pm By Hannah- Assumption College It goes without saying that there is an enormous difference between being two doors down from someone and 2,000 miles apart. As junior and senior year of college approach, destinations like Italy and France begin whispering into the ears of undergrads, luring them into the idea of studying abroad. [...]

By: ladyluna

ladyluna — Sat, 28 Nov 2009 08:08:26 +0000

ok so i'm going to be quick.. i didn't go on some study abroad program. it was actually a decision my family kind of made and i somehow agreed to it. i'd be leaving california and going to my family's home country, the philippines. i thought the hell, why not? get to know my roots, my family, the culture.. i had only visited there a couple times before and 4 years wouldnt be too long right? the first year was hell. i barely even went to school. second year was ok for some strange reason but since then i've been having bouts of severe depression and wanting to give up. but i'm still working on it and just wanting to graduate and get outta here. guess i can't handle it. i'm thinking studying abroad depends on the place your going and to and how much you really want to go. you've got to be mentally prepared for it, even though once you get there, it's never really what you expect.

By: Laura

Laura — Mon, 23 Nov 2009 08:51:20 +0000

I just got back from New Zealand and I can honestly say that it was the best 5 months of my life. I met so many people from all over the world, traveled a lot, and it was just really cool to try and navigate a new part of the world. Yes, there were bad days, but the good ones out-weighed them. If you have the chance to study abroad, go for it!

By: K

Fri, 20 Nov 2009 10:49:47 +0000

I am currently at the end of my abroad time in Rome. Best experience OF MY LIFE. and i cried the whole way to the airport because i really did not want to go…now I dont want to leave.

By: Darwin - New York Un

Darwin - New York Un — Thu, 19 Nov 2009 22:57:34 +0000

Study abroad in Prague. Eastern European women. Cheap drinks. Cheap everything. Bars everyhwere. Clubs everywhere.

By: eelizg23

eelizg23 — Thu, 19 Nov 2009 14:03:10 +0000

I studied abroad for 6 months in the south of France and absolutely adored it! That said, a close friend of mine went to England for a semester and had a very rough time–he was treated for depression brought on as a result of Seasonal Affective Disorder (England in the winter has a LOT less light than the sunny south we're accustomed to.) Yet, despite all that, he's still glad he went. It can really make you a better person to be on your own and away from home like that, experiencing different cultures.

By: Anita en Buenos Aire

Anita en Buenos Aire — Wed, 18 Nov 2009 19:16:47 +0000

In a few days I am heading back to the US from Argentina. I have been studying here for about 5 months (two semesters) and let me say, it has been one of the best decisions I've made in all of my life. Not only did I enjoy studying in Buenos Aires, but I traveled all around Argentina (Patagonia, Mendoza, Tigre…) but I also went to Uruguay. I've met so many people from all over the world (from NY to Australia) and gained so many great experiences. The classes were awesome as well and I learned so much outside of the classroom even! My goal was to be fluent in Spanish by the time I left here, and even though I am far from it, I have made so many improvements. Studying abroad has definitely inspired me to explore more of the world an even of the US. You'll never know the people you meet, the YOU you get to know, and the countries you'd fall in love with! Let me me mention, that at first the adjustment was hard…I missed my family, I didn't know HOW to get around, and I thought I didn't belong…but in no way do I regret this experience at all. I eventually became more independent and discovered how strong and free spirited of a person I was on the inside. Do it! You'll love it, I promise!

By: Dan

Dan — Tue, 17 Nov 2009 18:44:49 +0000

Studying abroad is exactly what you make it. I’ve known people who learned the language, made friends from other countries, traveled around, experienced new cultures, and became much more well-rounded individuals. I’ve also known people who went over for the drinking age, stayed with people from their own country, and got less out of the culture than you’d get from a Lonely Planet book.

By: Katy

Katy — Tue, 17 Nov 2009 14:04:58 +0000

I spent just over 3 months in Argentina before I started college as a volunteer, and I am FULLY planning on studying abroad for a full year now. It was always a "probably" in my mind before Argentina, but now it's non-negotiable. My time in Argentina was FANTASTIC. Let me clarify, however: every moment of every day was not awesome. I got homesick, tired of trying to express myself in a language I'd never formally studied, and stuck with a really shitty roommate. But even at its worst my time abroad was the best time. I can't wait to get to Spain next year!