An Experience I'll Cherish Forever! Past Review
By Hannah Carroll (Governors State University) - abroad from 01/04/2017 to 01/10/2017 with
GSU Public Health Brigade to Nicaragua
What did you gain/learn from your experience abroad? Was it worthwhile?
I overcame fears of traveling to an unfamiliar place and not speaking the language, and was absolutely delighted by my experience. The connections made with the locals and my group were beyond powerful. I laughed and cried more than I would have ever imagined. I am forever thankful for this opportunity and will carry these memories in my heart always. Going on this trip reminded me to be grateful and never lose sight of what's really important in life.
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| How much international exposure did you have prior to this program? | 0-2 weeks |
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| If you could do it all over again would you choose the same program? |
No
Unfortunately, because the program is not currently running in Nicaragua at this time, I could not do the same program again. However, the Global Brigades organization has trips to Ghana, Panama, and other countries that I would certainly be interested in. |
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| Not including program expenses, about how much money did you spend on food and other expenses each week? | Less than $100 |
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| * Did your program have a foreign language component? | No |
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| * What do you know now that you wish you knew before going on this program? | That with scholarships and fundraising, the cost is much more reasonable than I had previously thought. |
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