Great program. Past Review

By (Washington State University) - abroad from 05/25/2016 to 06/25/2016 with

WSU Faculty-Led Italy: First Generation Abroad

What did you gain/learn from your experience abroad? Was it worthwhile?
I immersed myself into foreign culture.

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Personal Information

How much international exposure did you have prior to this program? 6 months+

Review Your Program

* Overall educational experience

Academic rigor, intensity, resources, etc.

Great classes and great professors.

* Host Country Program Administration

On-site administration of your program

CEA and WSU advisor was so helpful and friendly. They helped me with all I need and I'm grateful for that.

* Housing:

How satisfied were you with your living arrangements?

Housing is very convenient and close to school.

* Food:

Italian cuisine is very diverse and rich.

* Social & Cultural Integration:

How integrated did you feel with the local culture?

We have been learning how to get familiar with the environment and culture of Italy. That helped us a lot.

* Health Care:

How well were health issues addressed during the program?

You have insurance for the abroad duration.

* Safety:

100% Safe.

If you could do it all over again would you choose the same program? Yes

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Finances

* 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)

Not including program expenses, about how much money did you spend on food and other expenses each week? $200
Do you have any general money-saving tips for future study abroad participants? N/A

Language

* Did your program have a foreign language component? Yes
How much did the program encourage you to use the language?

0 = No encouragement, 5 = frequent encouragement to use the language

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? Beginner
What was the highest level language course you had completed prior to departure? None
How many hours per day did you use the language?
Do you have any tips/advice on the best ways to practice the language for future study abroad participants? N/A

Other Program Information

* Where did you live?

Select all that apply

  • Apartment
* Who did you live with?

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  • Americans
* Who did you take classes with?

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  • Americans
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?
  • Courses.
  • Travels.
  • Professors.
* What could be improved?
  • N/A
  • N/A
  • N/A
* What do you know now that you wish you knew before going on this program? Italian Language.

Reasons For Studying Abroad

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The Academic or Linguist
You went abroad with specific academic goals in mind; the program credentials and rigor of your coursework abroad were very important to you. You had a great time abroad, but never lost sight of your studies and (if applicable) were diligent with your foreign language study. Good for you!

Individual Course Reviews

Course Name/Rating:

Art Through the Age

Course Department:
Instructor: Dr. Alexandra Massini
Instruction Language: English
Comments: Yes, it's challenging, but great experience and I had the chance to study with one of the most famous professor as well as historian in Italy.
Credit Transfer Issues: N/A
Course Name/Rating:

Critical Perspectives

Course Department:
Instructor: Dr. James Schwarten
Instruction Language: English
Comments: Great professor and wonderful course. I can't expect more than that.
Credit Transfer Issues: N/A