Spotlights
Did you study abroad? Submit your spotlight reflection below and share your experience with other students!
Entries
Kate Millett, Uruguay & Thailand
My Grand Valley study abroad experience was a non-traditional one, where I spent two semesters in two countries and two continents.
Kelsey Clap, United Kingdom
My experience abroad was absolutely wonderful, though it was shorter than the traditional one-semester we packed as much into the month we were there as possible.
Molly Alger, Scotland
Studying abroad was one of the best decisions I ever made. Not only did I make so many amazing lifelong friends, but I also got to step outside my comfort zone and try new things.
Dorian Harris, China
My trip to China was truly a journey and adventure of a lifetime! I made memories and shared experiences with people that I will cherish for the rest of my life.
Andrew Vielbig, Switzerland
I never realized how easy it was to travel and explore new cultures until I actually got on a plane and moved to Switzerland for seven months
Katy Thrill, Greece
Studying abroad was always something I dreamed of, but never something I thought I could actually make happen-- but I am SO glad I did.
Megan McCurry, Netherlands
Studying and teaching in Maastricht, Netherlands taught me so many things about the educational system used in the Netherlands along with how to properly and effectively teach English language learners!
Jessica Clark, South Africa
Traveling to South Africa was absolutely incredible and out of my comfort zone.
Carolyn Morgan, Peru
Studying abroad has been one of the most challenging experiences of my life- in a good way!
Paul Villa, Spain
The opportunity to serve a Spanish-speaking community while fully immersed has been immeasurably beneficial to my understanding of the Spanish language.