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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Tiffany O 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
"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
"Studying abroad was truely a life-changing experience that impacted my life in many positive ways. I increased in maturity, independence, self-reliance and openness to new experiences. While on this trip i made friendships with some of the most amazing girls that I would have never meeet if werent for this trip. I also became mo..."
Kelsey C 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 gained a greater understanding and appreciation of the language and culture. It was definitely worthwhile."
catalina a Stephen F. Austin State University
"This was really the best trip for me personally because I really am looking at teaching in more of an inner city setting. I think I now have more of an understanding and empathy for the parents of the children that I serve; I also think I understand more of their mindsets and backgrounds. I always thought that I had an open mind..."
Meagan R Stephen F. Austin State University
"I definitely want to go back sometime. Montreal seemed to have everything: culture, food, and entertainement. "
John T Stephen F. Austin State University
"I learned a lot more about America's number one trading partner, and about a country of incredible people."
John J Stephen F. Austin State University
"This program deffinantly opened my eyes to be mre culutrally aware. I grew up with prodominantly white americans and never really had the experience of learning about different culutes or experience a struggling ELL learner. We have talked about it many times in classes and played out many senarios, but to actually put myself in..."
Jordan E Stephen F. Austin State University
"I learned about another culture. I would do it again without a second thought."
A student Stephen F. Austin State University
"I think I am more confident in speaking French and hopefully I've gotten better at speaking louder which I think is key for me to continue conversations in French. "
Alecia D Stephen F. Austin State University
"It was worth the price of admission. I enjoyed all aspects of the trip and if i couldn't enjoys something as much as others did, I sure appreciated the effort. Many of the political aspects of Canada I knew prior to going; however, I was able to meet Canadians, and speak with them. I understand their history, appreciate their cu..."
Evan K Stephen F. Austin State University
"I learned so much more about the structure of govt., history, and culture while studying abroad than I ever would in a classroom setting. I am more aware of North America as a whole and not just the focus on America. I wish I could have spent more time learning from the people I met and learning from a Canadian education. There ..."
Courtney F Stephen F. Austin State University
"The experience was worthwhile. I have a better understanding of how the Canadian Government operates. I also learned a little bit of french in the process. "
Prix B Stephen F. Austin State University
"I gained an incredible appreciation for a beautiful country and culture. It was so worthwhile....and now I want to live there. Dublin, here I come. Seriously."
A student Stephen F. Austin State University
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A student Stephen F. Austin State University
"How different the learning concepts are over there."
jillian.i.wilson Stephen F. Austin State University
"Fun experience, I would do it all over again. Learned a lot about schools, definitely worthwhile. Loved visiting schools."
A student Stephen F. Austin State University
"this trip was very worthwhile, i am very glad i got the opportunity to go! i learned a lot about what i can incorporate into my future classroom "
Melissa H Stephen F. Austin State University
"Very worthwhile. Lots of cultural activities for your classroom, different styles of teaching."
Tina W Stephen F. Austin State University
"It was definitely a worthwhile trip! I learned about the different ways other countries go about with theatre and where the money behind the productions comes from."
Ingrid A Stephen F. Austin State University
"Aside from refining my language skills, I learned the culture; the experience was most definitely worthwhile!"
Elaine M Stephen F. Austin State University
"Being sort of "thrown into" a culture that is completely different from my own and not knowing the language definitely showed me how ESL students might feel when coming into my classroom with no knowledge of English or American culture."
Tara W Stephen F. Austin State University
"I learned how different the Costa Rican culture is from America in the sense time isn't too important in Costa Rica."
Cheryl Q Stephen F. Austin State University
