One of the most rewarding aspects of studying abroad is integrating into your host country: meeting people, making friends, participating in social events (or even joining a sports team) and feeling like you’re a part of your new community. At first, that can be a little tricky. Fortunately, many ISEP universities offer programs to help study abroad students feel at home. … More How To Get Involved On Your Host Campus
As many ISEP students prepare to depart on their educational travel adventures, some of our returned students share their newly-found international wisdom. ISEP student Matthew H. from University of Chester studied abroad at Whitworth University for a year to work on his international business major. Here he shares what you can gain from studying abroad. … More What You Can Gain From Studying Abroad
It is very normal to be completely lost the first few days. Don’t be afraid to ask for help, there will always be someone to help you! Calm down and give yourself some time to get used to your new home. And remember, you are the one who needs to work hard to get the most from this experience. … More What to Do When You First Arrive in Your Host Country
After four and a half months of studying abroad, I am back home in Italy. I can’t say I feel the same as when I left in January; staying abroad for a few months definitely changes you. Living within a different culture helps you to become a better person because you learn to see the world with different eyes. You learn to appreciate what you have, to value the people who are a part of your life and to enjoy every moment. … More What I Learned From Studying Abroad in the United States
I will soon step onto a plane and fly more than 5,000 miles away from my permanent home in Wisconsin to my new temporary home in Valparaíso, Chile. There haven’t been many times in my life I’ve been as excited as I am right now, attempting to imagine how different my life will be in just a few days. But simultaneously, I feel sad, scared and helpless because I’m beginning my international adventure as my home nation aches over the shooting in Orlando, Florida. This tragedy has broken hearts all across the United States, and mine is no exception. At this moment, there’s a call to action in this country. A call to contributing more than just “thoughts and prayers” to the cause. A call to honor 49 victims with real change. … More How The Tragedy in Orlando Will Impact My Study Abroad
I still remember the day when I got selected to come to Eckerd College this semester. I was on the train and I started crying tears of joy and astonishment. I could not believe that my dreams had finally come true and I would come to this amazing college in Florida! Soon after I found out, I met another Italian who attended Eckerd with ISEP two years ago. I was surprised when he asked me if I was ready to study at Eckerd because it was going to change my life forever. I didn’t believe him at first but now, at the end of my experience here, I can honestly tell you that I have never heard something so true in my entire life. … More When You Realize Studying Abroad Changed Your Life Forever
Traveling abroad and living in another country so far away from home can definitely challenge you and your ability to cope with new situations and habits. This is what people usually call “culture shock.” I experienced culture shock in the United States in a few different ways. … More How I Experienced Culture Shock in the United States
When spring finally arrives in the East Coast, you take advantage of it. So last week, I decided to go on a camping trip with Virginia Tech’s rock climbing and whitewater rafting clubs. I can safely say that it was the greatest decision I made since I started my study abroad journey! … More My Study Abroad Adventures: Weekend Camping Trip
I can’t say it was in my plans, but I ended being a Spanish teacher for two young boys while I studied abroad in Växjö, Sweden. Teaching something to someone from your host country, whether it’s a language or any other skill, can give your time abroad greater significance. … More Why You Should Get Involved When You Study Abroad
Throughout the month of May, we are featuring student takeovers on our Instagram so that you can get a more in-depth look at what it’s like to study abroad. ISEP student José Diego M. from Universidad Privada Boliviana studied abroad at University of Regina in Canada. See some of José’s adventures below and even more on his Instagram! … More What It’s Like to Study in Canada: Student Takeover
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