From Elizabethtown College to the Global Community
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 →
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 →
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 →
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 →
Every international student ever will tell you that their time abroad changes them. Naturally, when I chose to travel to Ireland, I expected this would apply to me as well. But I didn’t expect it to begin even before I boarded the plane. From the day I committed to my semester in Dublin, Ireland, my... 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 →
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 →
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 →
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 →
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 →
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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