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An Open Letter About Wanting to Go Abroad as an LGBTQIA+ Student
Posted On June 15, 2021

Dear Future USAC Students, Wanting to go abroad is scary enough for some people but for the LGBTQIA+ community it adds another level of fear. Being an openly gay male in …

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My Identity Abroad  / Tips & Advice
The Dos and Don’ts of Being an LGBTQ+ Ally During Study Abroad
June 10, 2021

Studying abroad is an important and impactful chapter in a person's life. It's a time in which one can get away from their normal everyday lives, branch out from their circle of …


Cultural Immersion  / My Identity Abroad  / Tips & Advice
5 Tips for Finding LGBTQ+ Friendly Study Abroad Locations
June 8, 2021

The first and possibly one of the most difficult steps in studying abroad is determining where you’ll go. You want a destination that will provide you with an enriching cultural …


My Identity Abroad  / Tips & Advice
Tips For Studying Abroad As An LGBTQ+ Student
June 3, 2021

As an LGBTQ+ student, finding a study abroad program that fits your needs can feel overwhelming, but the planning doesn't stop once you've applied for your perfect program. No matter …


Alumni Stories  / My Identity Abroad  / Student Stories  / Tips & Advice
Studying Abroad as an LGBTQ+ Male Student – Alumni Q&A
June 1, 2021

DeVanté Thomas-Pittman studied abroad in Lyon, France in Summer 2018. He is a French and German major from the University of North Carolina, Charlotte. DeVanté identifies as a Black-American gay …


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Debunking Five Common Study Abroad Myths
May 27, 2021

There's a lot of misconceptions about study abroad, and it's been a while since we addressed them. The truth of the matter is that you'll never fully understand study abroad …


Academics  / Tips & Advice
Three Ways To Learn Outside The Classroom During COVID-19
May 25, 2021

One of our most frequently asked questions these days is, "Can I study abroad during COVID-19?" The answer to that question is "Absolutely!" But what we really think students want …


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Program Spotlight: Lüneburg, Germany
May 20, 2021

Hallo! Whether your heart is set on study abroad in Germany or you're still exploring your options, you've come to the right place. The USAC Lüneburg program immerses students in …


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How to Talk to Your Parents About Study Abroad During COVID-19
May 18, 2021

In early 2020, we posted a blog titled, How to Talk to Your Parents About Study Abroad. Oh, if we only knew how much that conversation would change! While the …


Adventuring  / Tips & Advice
3 Hard Truths About Coming Home from Abroad
May 13, 2021

Something deeply transformative and emotionally impactful happens to you when you study abroad. It's truly unexplainable, but anyone who has taken the adventure overseas understands this experience to some degree. …

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