Before my study abroad experience in Japan, I pictured most of my learning taking place in classrooms, for example, watching films, participating in discussions, and taking notes. What I didn’t…
Utrecht – a Hidden Gem in the Netherlands w/ Jeane Marbaniang
I can still remember how much I regretted coming to study abroad the first few days I was there, and now, as I am leaving Utrecht, I cannot imagine feeling…
Bread as a Coping Mechanism: Overcoming Struggles in One of the Hardest Universities in Korea w/ Emily Kim
My main aspirations for committing to a study abroad program were to explore Korea and experience how computer science classes differ in another country. I chose KAIST because it is…
Opening New Doors: My Study Abroad Journey in Japan w/ Maja Makowska
What started out as an idea for fulfilling my A&H credits and a hope for adventure turned into a wonderful and unforgettable learning experience. Before I committed to participating in this program,…
Invasive Species and eDNA: A Curious Mind’s Perspective – w/ Ryan Van Vuitton
In terms of self-care, it is de rigueur. It is de rigueur to pamper yourself with independent movies on an “Anri’s Last Summer Whisper” type of night, specifically the ones…
Stepping Out of My Comfort Zone: My Study Abroad Experience in Leon, Spain – w/ Dhruva Pyapali
This summer, I spent an unforgettable month in León, Spain, as part of a study abroad program that broadened my horizons and pushed me beyond my comfort zone. From navigating…
Hope for a Sustainable Future in Healthcare: A Trip to Jordan – w/ Joy Holmes
New horizons, cultural experiences, career advancement, exploration, and personal enrichment are words that described my expectations before study abroad. In many ways, these expectations were exceeded, but what most surprised…
Making Pawsitive Change: My CSR Journey with PAWS Bangkok and Stray Cat Welfare in Thailand – w/ Rhys Kippen
Thanks to the University of Washington Bothell, I had the incredible opportunity to join the 2024 BUS 490 CSR in Thailand & Cambodia Study Tour. Leading up to the trip,…
Rabat, The City of Cultures – w/ Mohamed Samael
Studying abroad is familiar to me as I have attended a university in Saudi Arabia prior to partaking in the UW study abroad program in Morocco. I have had several…
What Does It Mean To Be Human? – w/ Hunter Philabaum
Studying abroad is often seen as a life-changing experience that can shift how you view the world andyourself. It’s more than just attending classes in another country, it’s a way…