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Name: Samantha Harris Major: Criminal Justice Program: Edge Hill University Traveled Abroad Before: No
Q: What is the first thing that comes to mind when you think of your study abroad experience? A: Adventure. Between food, traveling and classes everyday was an adventure.
Q: Why did you choose this destination? A: I wanted to go someplace that English was the main language. Ormskirk was a great location for traveling to because you are a 30 minute taxi ride from Manchester and Liverpool airports.
Q: What are some things that surprised you about the campus, the classes, the culture, customs or traditions? A: When I went shopping, there were some places that I had to pay for the bag. You have to go to lecture and a seminar for each of your classes. Grades are only based on 1-2 papers. They party and drink every night, not just on the weekends because there is a bar on campus.
Q: What advice would you offer? A: Just go and experience everything you can! Study Abroad is an amazing experience.
Name: Drianna Smith Major: Adv Public Relations Program: Kingston Uni- Partnership Traveled Abroad Before: Yes
Q: What is the first thing that comes to mind when you think of your study abroad experience? A: Adventure. Every single day held an opportunity for somethings awesome to happen.
Q: Why did you choose this destination? A: London was a good central location to travel around Europe.
Q: What are some things that surprised you about the campus, the classes, the culture, customs or traditions? A: How quickly I learned how to fit in. Classroom wise, professors are much less formal than in the US.
Q: What are some things you would like students to know about studying abroad in this destination or the program provider you studied with? A: To immerse yourself in the culture. Go where the locals go, take advantage of all opportunities.
Q: What advice would you offer? A: Bring rain boots!
Q: What was your academic goal while studying abroad? A: To complete classes for my major that would give me a more international view and advantage in AD/PR. And to improve my writing.
Question? Email Drianna!
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