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Aubrey Vervaet, Ireland

My study abroad experience was great. I really enjoyed meeting new friends and living/working in the city.

Adv Public Relations Studio Art

Published April 2, 2025

Katherine Rauhut, Japan

My study abroad experience in Japan is something I know that I will look back on for the rest of my life.

Applied Linguistics English English to Speakers of Other Languages

Published April 2, 2025

Emma Cash, Ireland

I thoroughly enjoyed learning about other cultures through hearing experiences from my roommates who were from various countries like Germany, Austria, Hungary, and France.

Finance

Published April 2, 2025

Julia, Smolinski, Japan

During the Summer 2023 semester, I was able to study abroad with the Japan Center for Michigan Universities (JCMU), during which I participated in their Summer Language Intensive Program.

International Relations Music

Published April 2, 2025

Jessica Koerkel, Japan

Although my lessons had nothing to do with what I was learning at GVSU, my study abroad experience was deeply impactful and I'd highly recommend it.

Education History Political Science

Published April 2, 2025

Madeline Rickard. Spain

I think that my time spent abroad was the most insightful time I have spent in my life, even to this day.

Criminal Justice Spanish

Published April 2, 2025

Eve Geschiere, Spain

My year abroad was filled with many opportunities for growth and adventure.

International Business Management Spanish

Published April 2, 2025

Rachel Robinson, England

Studying abroad in London was a transformative journey, filled with moments of profound self-discovery and growth. The weight of solitude sat differently in a foreign land and as I navigated the unfamiliar cities in Europe, away from the nonstop demands o

Behavioral Neuroscience Philosophy

Published April 2, 2025

Molly DeHaan, Spain

I enjoyed traveling throughout Spain and learning about the culture. Through my abroad experience, I traveled to Segovia, Sevilla, Madrid, Barcelona, Pamplona, and San Sebastián.

Education-Middle Second Teach History Spanish

Published January 14, 2025

Taylor Byrne, Spain

Studying abroad in Bilbao, Spain, at the University of Deusto was a journey of growth and connection that changed me forever.

Education-Middle Second Teach History Spanish

Published January 14, 2025

Ellen Wilson, Spain

My time in Bilbao was nothing short of life-changing. Being abroad allowed me to develop into a brighter and more confident person overall.

Education-Middle Second Teach Spanish

Published January 14, 2025

Elise Bierer, Italy

Studying abroad was a transformative experience that opened my eyes to new cultures and perspectives. One of the highlights of my study abroad experience was the marine biology excursions

Nursing

Published January 14, 2025

Jacey Adams, Italy

I feel so grateful that I got to experience a semester abroad in Florence! I lived in a homestay and I still communicate with my family to this day! I met friends from all over the US, we traveled a ton together.

Global Studies & Social Impact Women and Gender Studies

Published January 13, 2025

Kaitlyn Tibbitt, Ireland

In my study abroad experience I learned three major lessons: how to not fear rejection, how not to be a perfectionist, and how to feel a sense of belonging with friends and family.

Adv Public Relations

Published November 1, 2024

Arryanna Torres, Multi-Country

Semester at sea was unlike anything I could have ever imagined. I became so much more away of cultural diversity but also how much humans as a whole are so similar. There is so many stereotypes around other countries and I genuinely have never been so ama

Biology

Published November 1, 2024

Abigail Bulthuis, England

My study abroad experience was amazing and it is an experience I will never forget.

Communications Sociology

Published November 1, 2024

Theodore Rounds, Spain

This trip was such an amazing and once in a lifetime experience. I went in not knowing anyone and was able to quickly make friends and have the time of my life.

Accounting Finance

Published November 1, 2024

Emeli Winkels, Spain

My study abroad experience was transformative, marked by meaningful connections and unforgettable travel adventures.

Criminal Justice Psychology Spanish

Published November 1, 2024

Brady Mills, France

To live in another culture, to speak another language, to build connections with a family thousands of miles from my own all contribute to becoming a well-rounded, open-eyed individual who can better understand the experiences of foreigners at home too.

Adv Public Relations French

Published July 1, 2024

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