Making New Friends in Ireland Past Review
By Stephanie M (Elementary Education, University of Northern Iowa) for
University of Northern Iowa: Capstone in England and Ireland
What did you gain/learn from your experience abroad? Was it worthwhile?
In order to feel as if you are participating in your host countries traditions while studying abroad I would suggest going on a longer study abroad experience where there is more opportunity to become immersed in the culture.
Personal Information
| How much international exposure did you have prior to this program? | 2 weeks - 1 month |
Review Your Program
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* Overall educational experience
Academic rigor, intensity, resources, etc. |
Since it was a capstone class I still had a UNI professor. |
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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? |
Not much opportunity to get to know locals since we were staying in hostels and constantly traveling. |
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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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Other Program Information
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* Where did you live?
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* Who did you live with?
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A Look Back
| * What do you know now that you wish you knew before going on this program? | For a capstone study abroad it's a good idea to have at least one of your friends go on the trip with you. |
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