Stephen F. Austin State University
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Below you will find study abroad reviews from students at Stephen F. Austin State University. We hope you will find these helpful in your search for options in education abroad. If you are a Stephen F. Austin State University student, please check with the Office of International Programs for guidelines on enrolling in a study abroad program and receiving credit for your study abroad experience. If your university has listed recommended programs below, please consider them first and contact any of the program providers referenced in the reviews listed below for more information.
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No important dates configured."I enjoyed the trip thoroughly. I learned a lot about an entirely different culture. "
Brandon B Stephen F. Austin State University
"This trip was so amazing. It prepared me for if I have students who are ESL. I also became more independent and enriched in a culture that I was clueless about before the trip. "
Tiffany O Stephen F. Austin State University
"I am so glad that I went on this trip and extremely thankful for the amazing opportunity. It was great to learn about other cultures and how similar/different other countries are from the U.S. I really gained more life experience in general which was definitely worthwhile and I am happy to have made new friends and new memories."
manduhhleann Stephen F. Austin State University
"Studying abroad was an amazing experience! I gained so much from it! I acquired more patience with others and understanding of other cultures. I have become more aware of things that aren't just issues in America. "
Sarah R Stephen F. Austin State University
"My experience abroad was absolutely amazing. I'm so glad that I had the opportunity to go. I got to enjoy a culture, that while very similar to ours, was also very different. This trip was worth every penny, and I would definitely do it again. I'm also glad for the friends I made on the trip."
Ciara B Stephen F. Austin State University
"The Culture was the best gain i received on the study abroad. "
Paul P Stephen F. Austin State University
"I learned about how different democracies can be. I knew that there was diversity in the definition of democracy, but learning about it and witnessing it is totally different. I gained from this experience friends that will last a lifetime, including Slovak and American students."
A student Stephen F. Austin State University
"Absolutely! I gained a new life perspective and cannot wait to experience more abroad!"
Rebekah F Stephen F. Austin State University
"I learned that there is another side of the world that is just filled with excitement and adventure! I've learned so much about the culture that I am happy to share with all of my family and friends and it was definitely worthwhile!"
A student Stephen F. Austin State University
"I learned so much from this program: about myself, the country and political science. This is an experience that was so worthwhile and amazing. I do not even have the words to explain what I gained and what an amazing opportunity it was. "
A student Stephen F. Austin State University
"I learned to enjoy, cease every opportunity, to speak up and not be shy, I learned so much from going to Costa Rica that I will never forget and cherish the rest of my life."
Nohemi D Stephen F. Austin State University
"I learned the course material in a way that I never could have without this trip, I gained a connection to Dr. Tkacik, a wonderful professor at SFA, I learned how to take care of myself in another country and gained the confidence to do it myself again in the future, and I also gained the knowledge of what a wonderful place Cent..."
A student Stephen F. Austin State University
"I learned a lot about the political structure, and the recent history of Germany It was worthwhile."
A student Stephen F. Austin State University
"Traveling to Costa Rica and being completely immersed in their culture really allowed all of the students to see how difficult it is for students to come into our classrooms in America. I learned so much, not only about Latin American culture, but also about how to create a diverse classroom. I learned more about myself and my a..."
Kanwal L Stephen F. Austin State University
"It was absolutely worthwhile, and I gained a lot of new knowledge of the country and of history of science."
Haley H Stephen F. Austin State University
"This experience will change my entire future. I will have experience in traveling, in knowing other cultures, and in helping me navigate around a foreign country without fearing culture shock. It helped me gain knowledge in a sense that will change my attitude towards a better/healthier lifestyle. I learned about the historical..."
A student Stephen F. Austin State University
"I learned about creating cultural awareness within my classroom and teaching students to accept the diversity of others can to establish a world view in which they see the world as unique and different, without harsh judgement. "
A student Stephen F. Austin State University
"This trip was definitely worthwhile and has been such an educational, amazing, fun experience. I was able to learn new things about so many different subjects, see amazing sites, and make a few really great friendships. I feel like traveling and living in another country has given me a new global perspective and it has definitel..."
A student Stephen F. Austin State University
"The trip to Costa Rica definitely made me more culturally aware. It helped everyone realize some of the stereotypes we may have about others. We were able to let go of these preconceptions and really experience other cultures for ourselves."
Rachel C Stephen F. Austin State University
"I learned how a different part of the world lives by living with them. I am now more appricative for what I have and have developed a new understanding of what it is like to be new to a country and not know about the language and culture that I will remember in my own classroom in the future."
Lauren H Stephen F. Austin State University
"I gained many close friends, the confidence to travel abroad, a look at life through a different perspective."
Connor W Stephen F. Austin State University
"I learned how it feels to be the cultural other and adjust to the expectations of locals. It was definitely worthwhile. "
Jessica W Stephen F. Austin State University
"I learned so much about being a culturally relevant teacher and person. My mind became opened up to more techniques for teaching in a diverse classroom, and how to become aware of critical pedagogy. I became more aware of how to deal with such diverse individuals and I made friends with everyone on the trip."
A student Stephen F. Austin State University
"It was definitely worthwhile!! I learned so much about culture, navigation, adapting to new situations, and just the history of Italy itself! "
A student Stephen F. Austin State University
"it was very worthwhile! i would do this trip all over again and fix my mistakes i did the first time and see/visit/eat things i didnt the first time! i have a lot to appreciate from Texas and there are a lot of things we take for granted and you dont realize it until you go to another country!"
Melissa H Stephen F. Austin State University
