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Skopelos, Greece: Past Review

By (Art Management, Marymount University) for

Marymount University: Skopelos - Painting and Bookmaking Workshop

What did you gain/learn from your experience abroad? Was it worthwhile?
Greece overall was an amazing exierience. I was able to experience the culture first hand. The staff was amazing and very accomodating to our needs. The people who worked at the foundation helped us to get to know the island as well as the night life. The people of the town on the island were also very nice; everyone knew we were a part of the school up the hill. Language was not much of a problem thanks to the education system in Greece, and the food was amazing.

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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? Yes

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  • Apartment
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  • Americans

A Look Back

* What do you know now that you wish you knew before going on this program? Even though there is a heavy work load for such a short program give yourself a chance to experience the rich culture.