From Elizabethtown College to the Global Community
Each year, the Elizabethtown College social work department sends seniors abroad to complete their 600 hours of internship time. This year, two social work majors traveled to India and New Zealand to complete their first 200 hours of service. Alyson Courtney '17 spent fall 2016 in Dunedin, New Zealand. She worked 150 hours with a... Continue Reading →
Despite cultural differences and miles of difference between Elizabethtown College and other countries, Andy Dunlap insists, “We’re all connected.” Dunlap, an associate social work professor at Elizabethtown College, works with fellow Department faculty members to ensure that seniors gain an understanding of this interconnectedness. Senior social work students are required to complete 600 hours of... Continue Reading →
While studying abroad in Dunedin, New Zealand, social work major, Alyson Courtney '17, had the opportunity to participate in Dunedin Night Shelter’s annual Sleep Out event. This event is held to raise awareness and funds for the night shelter. To raise awareness of homelessness, the community comes together, builds shelters out of cardboard boxes and... Continue Reading →
Political Science major, Emily West '17 spent the 2015-2016 academic year studying abroad in Brussels, Belgium. While there, she had the opportunity to earn a European Peace and Security Studies (EPSS) certificate from Vesalius College. Emily reflected on choosing her study abroad program and gaining her EPSS certificate in a blog originally shared by her provider, BCA... Continue Reading →
“Ittekimasu!” I say to my dorm-father as I rush out the door at 7:45 am to catch the last train that reaches my university’s building on time. Normally, I would grimace at the mere idea of a half an hour commute to school, but the past two weeks in Tokyo, Japan have really expanded my image of... Continue Reading →
Two additional Fulbright scholarships were announced in 2015, in addition to the five announced in the past spring. Justin Ahmad ’15 graduated with a degree in Spanish. He received a Fulbright to Brazil, where he will spend nine months teaching college students to become English teachers. He previously studied abroad in Xalapa, Mexico for a... Continue Reading →
Studying and working in another country, being on the dean’s list numerous times and winning excellence awards are just some of the accomplishments of Elizabethtown College senior Emily Hornung. The social work major and Spanish minor flourishes in the classroom and works hard to maintain top marks in her departments. Currently, Hornung is studying abroad... Continue Reading →
When studying abroad Kaitlyn Tothero '16 did not know where to begin. She worked with the BCA staff, who helped to give her all the information and paperwork needed. Help from BCA made the preparation manageable. Arriving in New Zealand, Kaitlyn met her site coordinator, Ashley. The on-site cResident Director helped guide Kaitlyn through her... Continue Reading →
Studying abroad in Paris, France has provided several insights into cultural differences between France and America, particularly between French and American manners. In America, most people consider smiling a friendly gesture; however, the French often do not smile, even when thanking someone. A street vendor told me that he could tell I was American because... Continue Reading →
Elizabethtown College prides itself on its mission to develop students into leaders, both in their own communities and globally. While this goal is pursued in all departments and disciplines, the Study Abroad Office is a forerunner in promoting global citizenship. In order to cater to the student body, the office offers programs in all fields,... Continue Reading →
Social work major, Alyssa Cormier '16, served as an intern for Scouts New Zealand when studying abroad in Dunedin, New Zealand. On August 7, 2015, her organization covered the city in scarves and woggles to celebrate the second annual SCOUT Scarf day. Alyssa became involved with Scouts NZ as a part of her social work... Continue Reading →
Vanessa Andrews is an Elizabethtown College 2013 alumna. While at Elizabethtown, she studied English Literature and Fine Art and had the opportunity to study abroad in Cheltenham, England. She is currently employed with The Walt Disney Company. Vanessa’s time abroad gave her a new perspective on the US. With no language barrier, it is sometimes... Continue Reading →
One month ago, I stepped off the plane in a foreign country where I didn’t know the language, the lifestyle or how much to tip a cab driver. (Just a hint: in Morocco, they don’t get tips.) After trying to talk through a language barrier, ending up at the wrong hotel and overpaying both the... Continue Reading →
Janie Szybist '12 instantly fell in love with Brussels. As a communications major, she had the opportunity to study abroad for a semester during her junior year. Brussels, Belgium is as far away from suburbia as it gets; the homes are medieval looking and line narrow streets. The houses seem to blend together, much like... Continue Reading →
In an effort to encourage students to study abroad, the Study Abroad Office created a panel of six study abroad alumni to address frequently asked questions during a discussion on Tuesday, Nov. 11. Sabina Post, study abroad director, assembled the panel, which included seniors Justin Ahmad, Caitlin Hogan, Kellie Lotkowski, Haley Diener and Brittany Pressley... Continue Reading →
Elizabethtown College Alumnus Micah Aumen '13 had no interest in Rugby upon arriving in Dunedin, New Zealand. One of his apprehensions about studying abroad was the lack of American sports. His time abroad allowed him to discover his new interest in the football down under-rugby. Rugby acted as a substitute while living in New Zealand,... Continue Reading →
Like most seniors making their way through their last year of college, I have nostalgic moments around every corner of campus. Whether it be a certain room, event or even meal option at the Marketplace, it seems as if I can recall a fond memory within everything. Although everyone’s college story is unique with its... Continue Reading →
Senior Tyler Kunkle earned a Fulbright award, which will allow him to teach English to German students. Kunkle will be in the Rhineland-Palatinate area and will be teaching children from elementary to high school levels. Kunkle described the online application process as un-thought provoking and a series of fill-in-the-blank questions. He then was required to... Continue Reading →
Elizabethtown College recently announced that Shanna Kirgan, a senior English education major, received a Fulbright award that will allow her to continue her studies in Turkey. The Fulbright Award offers many different kinds of scholarships, such as research grants, music and art-specific grants and foreign policy fellowships. Kirgan received an award that will allow her... Continue Reading →
While studying abroad, we have found that there are many differences between American and British culture. One of the most prominent differences is how easy it is for people, especially students, to travel within the country. Traveling is obviously a big reason why studying abroad is appealing to college students. It gives them the opportunity... Continue Reading →
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