life changing, self reflecting, and unforgettable opportunity Past Review
By Ricky Rendon (University of Texas Rio Grande Valley / UTRGV) - abroad from 05/12/2017 to 06/01/2017 with
UTRGV: Minimester in London, UK with Bruce Reed
it was definitely worthwhile. Like with any situation where people have to be together for a long period of time, there are challenging times. During this time I had the opportunity to practice my skills and got to see my self from a different perspective in a different setting.
Personal Information
| How much international exposure did you have prior to this program? | 0-2 weeks |
Review Your Program
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* Overall educational experience
Academic rigor, intensity, resources, etc. |
Introduction to great resources, impactful testimonies, and informative presentations took place. |
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* Housing:
How satisfied were you with your living arrangements? |
One great thing about both hotels we stayed in was that they were in central locations that made attractions assessable. However, one was hosted a whole lot more people and was not as intimate and comfortable as the other. |
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* Social & Cultural Integration:
How integrated did you feel with the local culture? |
Since English is the language of the UK, integrating was not a challenge. |
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| If you could do it all over again would you choose the same program? |
No
I love the U.K. and would definitely do it again, however, I would also like to be introduced to new places and I wouldn't change anything about my experience. |
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) |
Budgeting can be challenging, however, it is possible. I was able to limit myself to necessities and was able to stay with my budget. |
| Not including program expenses, about how much money did you spend on food and other expenses each week? | 140 |
| Do you have any general money-saving tips for future study abroad participants? | limit on soveniers and try finding a grocery store to save on food |
Language
| * Did your program have a foreign language component? | No |
Other Program Information
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A Look Back
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| * What do you know now that you wish you knew before going on this program? | I wish I would have gotten to know my roommate better before and the rest of the group |
Reasons For Studying Abroad
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The Avid AdventurerThe wardrobe you packed was better suited for a semester of camping than club hopping. Outdoorsy, you might forgo a crazy night out for an early all-day adventure. You'd rather take in the rich culture of an old town than the metropolis of a modern city, but for you getting off the grid is ideal. |
