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Personal Growth from a Year in Valencia, Spain
Posted On October 1, 2020

Study abroad results in a lot of things, but one common impact is building confidence and a clearer picture of your next step in life. For Eliza Kern, a sociology …

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The Impacts of a Study Abroad and Internship in Bilbao, Spain
December 18, 2019

Eduardo Ahumada studied abroad in Bilbao, Spain. During his time abroad he participated in an internship that directly related to his classes abroad and his major. We talked to Eduardo …


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My Home Away from Home – Living With a Host Family
December 6, 2019

Katharine Glennon studied abroad in Bilbao, Spain in Spring 2018. During her semester abroad she lived with a host family. We spoke with Katharine about why she chose to study …


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Committing to International Education – Alumni Q&A
November 18, 2019

Anna Schoek studied abroad for a yearlong term in London, England in 2017-2018. We interviewed Anna about her commitment to international education, why she chose to study abroad a year, …


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An Inside Look at Spanish Culture – Alumni Q&A
March 26, 2019

Jillian Parraguirre studied abroad in San Sebastián, Spain in 2014. In this interview we talk with Jillian about her experience in Spain learning about the Spanish and Basque culture and …


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Spend 6 Weeks in New Zealand on the National Expedition and Internship Program
February 27, 2019

If you're looking for a non-traditional study abroad experience in New Zealand, the National Expedition and Internship in Wellington could be a great spot for you. Unlike a traditional USAC …


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When Study Abroad Changes Your Major – Alumni Q&A
November 19, 2018

Amica Rapadas studied abroad for a year in Chengdu, China. We talked to Amica about her experience abroad, and how her study abroad lead her to discover her career path …


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Costa Rica Will Always Be Home – Alumni Q&A
October 29, 2018

Cindy Rodriguez studied abroad for a year in Heredia, Costa Rica. Cindy told us why she chose to study a year, and what she learned during her study abroad. Why did …


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Spending a Year in Brighton – Alumni Q&A
October 2, 2018

Kylie Macznicz studied abroad in Brighton, England for the 2017-2018 academic year. In this blog, Kylie talks about making new friends, branching out from her traditions and what she learned …


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Choosing to Study a Year – Alumni Q&A
August 21, 2018

Hannah Bennett studied abroad in Valencia, Spain for the Fall 2017-Spring 2018 year. In this Q&A Hannah talks about the difference a year made in her studies abroad.  Why did you …

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