Something good to remember Past Review
By Clara (New Testament Academy) - abroad from 06/05/2019 to 07/24/2020 with
Lankey: Morocco - French and Arabic Study Abroad Programs
What did you gain/learn from your experience abroad? Was it worthwhile?
I applied for this program because I love both traveling and learning and I wanted an abroad experience that would allow myself to see as many beautiful places as possible and learn French. What I did not realize is that my fellow crew members would become my second family. From the very first time I arrived to my departure, everyone was always looking out for me to ensure my safety and to make sure I had the best experience possible. Exploring the cities of morocco was one of the best aspects of this program, while French classes were absolutely helpful. Seeing the beautiful stars in The Sahara desert, tasting Moroccan food, and experiencing the Moroccan Hamam were all that made this adventure so much fun. Waking up in a new country with a sense of adventure and excitement almost every day is something I am truly going to miss. Can't wait to be back!
Personal Information
| How much international exposure did you have prior to this program? | 1 month - 6 months |
Review Your Program
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* Overall educational experience
Academic rigor, intensity, resources, etc. |
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* Host Country Program Administration
On-site administration of your program |
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* Housing:
How satisfied were you with your living arrangements? |
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* Social & Cultural Integration:
How integrated did you feel with the local culture? |
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* Health Care:
How well were health issues addressed during the program? |
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| If you could do it all over again would you choose the same program? |
Yes
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Finances
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* Money: How easily were you able to live on a student's budget?
(1 = not very easy/$200+ on food & personal expenses/week, 2.5 = $100/week, 5 = very easily/minimal cost) |
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| Not including program expenses, about how much money did you spend on food and other expenses each week? | I chose the All-inclusive Program so I spend 40$ on week for personal stuff. |
| Do you have any general money-saving tips for future study abroad participants? | try not to spend a lot of money in Rabat only. during the trips, you definitely need money. |
Language
| * Did your program have a foreign language component? | Yes |
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How much did the program encourage you to use the language?
0 = No encouragement, 5 = frequent encouragement to use the language |
Lankey really encouraged me to use the language with my Moroccan friends and during classes too |
| How would you rate your language skills at the beginning of the program? | None |
| How would you rate your language skills at the end of the program? | Intermediate |
| What was the highest level language course you had completed prior to departure? | Low-intermediate |
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| Do you have any tips/advice on the best ways to practice the language for future study abroad participants? | The best way is to not be shy and speak the language with your local friends, they will help you! |
Other Program Information
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* Where did you live?
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* Who did you live with?
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* Who did you take classes with?
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| About how many local friends did you make that you will likely keep in touch with? |
A Look Back
| * What did you like most about the program? |
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| * What could be improved? |
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| * What do you know now that you wish you knew before going on this program? | Look for other places to visit, there are so many amazing places to be in. |
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