From Elizabethtown College to the Global Community
Studying abroad: A term that excited me and filled me with dread all at once. It seemed like the greatest adventure and the biggest risk. There were so many things, both clichéd and not, that I heard before I stepped off the plane in Italy. The first was to keep an open mind and be... Continue Reading →
Why do we travel? Some people want to meet new people and gain new perspectives. Others seek to step out of their comfort zones and learn more about themselves. We hope that if we travel we can make the world around us feel just a little bit smaller. When I first arrived at the Leonardo... Continue Reading →
Sarah Pomerantz is a senior international business major at Elizabethtown College. Besides immersing herself in musical theater, doing crafts and playing with her dog, Sarah has a passion for travel and spent her fall 2017 semester in Barcelona, Spain. Sarah had the opportunity to live with a host family and discusses it in her appropriately... Continue Reading →
When I was a little kid, my mom always told me to get out of my home state and go see the world. Having me when she was young prevented her from exploring the world and experiencing different cultures and she wanted to make sure that I would take advantage of every opportunity that came... Continue Reading →
Senior international business major Emily Seratch '19 tried to prepare for the culture shock awaiting in China. Even though she prepped as much as possible prior to studying abroad, there are several small cultural differences she has noticed while spending time in Dalian. One unexpected cultural difference is tying a knot. When ordering takeout, Emily... Continue Reading →
Aubrey Maryniak '19 is a biochemistry major at Elizabethtown College. Aubrey’s hobbies include taking photos, hiking, painting, cooking, and yoga. While abroad in Dunedin, New Zealand, she had the opportunity to work as a BCA Study Abroad Storyteller. To make the most of her experience, she became involved in clubs on the University of Otago's campus.... Continue Reading →
Jackie Quidort ’14 studied communications during her time at Elizabethtown College. Jackie has a passion for travel and chose to study abroad in Cheltenham, England, where she met her now-husband. Five years later, she has taken the time to reflect on her study abroad experience. Jackie was abroad for three months. The months spent in... Continue Reading →
Colby Schweibenz ’17 had the opportunity to study abroad in Quito, Ecuador. A Biochemistry major with a Spanish minor, Colby is planning to pursue a career as a disease research biochemist after completing graduate school. While in Ecuador, Colby had the opportunity to work in a cellular biology research lab through her host university’s Latitude... Continue Reading →
Choosing a major is an important decision upon entering college. For senior international business major Emily Seratch '19, the choice was a no brainer. As an international business major, students at Elizabethtown College are required to study abroad for a semester. After two years of cultural classes leading up to her abroad experience, Emily reflected... Continue Reading →
Upon stepping into the Elizabethtown College Study Abroad Advisor Megan Bell’s office, interested students will receive a paper titled “Myths about Studying Abroad,” which presents its reader with five false statements and then proceeds to debunk the myths. Many of these myths can be linked to the growing number of students choosing to study abroad... Continue Reading →
Colby Schweibenz ’18 studied biochemistry with a Spanish minor at Elizabethtown College. While pursuing her dream of becoming a disease research biochemist, Colby had the opportunity to study abroad in Quito, Ecuador. While living in Ecuador, Colby spent one week in the Ecuadorian Amazon Basin. Her trip started with sightseeing. She and her group hiked... Continue Reading →
Aren’t sure where to study abroad? Ireland is a country filled with natural beauty, pubs consistently playing traditional Irish music, friendly people, and so much more. I spent the fall of 2016 studying at the University of Limerick in Limerick, Ireland and loved every second of it. Here are just a few reasons why I... Continue Reading →
The cultural mix- The University of Newcastle is a destination for international students from all over the world. You will go to school with not only Australians but people from France, Africa, the UK and many more. Housing is a mix of nationalities so you will constantly be immersed in a unique combination of culture.... Continue Reading →
Emily Seratch '19 is a senior international business major with a concentration in finance. She spent her fall 2017 semester abroad in Dalian, China. Studying abroad in China provides some challenges for phone addicts: social media is blocked. In addition to a lack of social media, all information sharers including Google and YouTube are blocked... Continue Reading →
Aubrey Maryniak '19 is a biochemistry major at Elizabethtown College. Aubrey’s hobbies include taking photos, hiking, painting, cooking, and yoga. After living in Dunedin, New ZealandAubrey reflected on her experiences and the Kiwi culture. Although New Zealand is an English speaking country, Aubrey still had to adjust in many ways. She had trouble understanding some... Continue Reading →
Skye McDonald graduated from Elizabethtown College in 2017 with a degree in English Professional Writing. While at Elizabethtown, she had the opportunity to study abroad in Cheltenham, England. After graduation, she was happy to expand her writing experience by writing a blog for BCA Study Abroad. Skye cites studying abroad as one of her most... Continue Reading →
Marc Unger '19 is a senior political science major at Elizabethtown College. He is interested in performing arts and international affairs. While abroad in Chennai, India, he had the opportunity to serve as a BCA Study Abroad Storyteller. In this role, he wrote a blog about breaking a sweat in India! Marc studied abroad at... Continue Reading →
Nick Callahan ’18 graduated from Elizabethtown College with a major in Economics and a minor in German. He studied abroad in Marburg, Germany for the 2016-2017 academic year. Before going abroad, Nick knew minimal German and had the experience of learning a new language abroad. Growing up, Nick’s parents traveled often and he spent time... Continue Reading →
Students enrolled in ED 372: Peace Education and Integrated Schools in Northern Ireland and the US finished their spring classes later than the average student. This is because they traveled to Belfast, Northern Ireland for two weeks to apply what they've learned. While in Belfast, students worked with key stakeholders in the region’s integrated school. In addition,... Continue Reading →
Rebecca Anderson '14 studied at Elizabethtown College and received her degree in Occupational Therapy. She is now working as a health volunteer in Peace Corps Ghana. Her study abroad experience was a major factor in deciding to join the Peace Corps. Five years ago, Rebecca flew to Chennai, India to study abroad. It was her first... Continue Reading →
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