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."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 enjoyed the trip thoroughly. I learned a lot about an entirely different culture. "
Brandon B Stephen F. Austin State University
"Yes I gained the prospective of others visiting a foreign country which will help me in the long run if I have these students in my classroom. "
Marissa P Stephen F. Austin State University
"I learned so much from this trip, not only about traveling and some history but about people and business in general. "
Dorothy G Stephen F. Austin State University
"Yes, I feel much more culturally aware and feel confident travelling around on my own."
Monica H Stephen F. Austin State University
"I gained knowlege about how the locals are dealing with their day to day problems"
Maurice T Stephen F. Austin State University
"There are so many cultures I'm America but when you're abroad it's a certain culture amplified and overwhelming. The experience was definitely worthwhile!"
AbbyEck11 Stephen F. Austin State University
"I was able to see the same industry from another point of view. Forestry is a global entity, and we need to work together to keep our industry going, in the most economically and environmentally friendly way possible."
Laura M Stephen F. Austin State University
"I learned that there are so many different ways to live. And that you shouldn't judge people just because they live differently than you. It was very worthwhile and such an eye opening experience. "
MC B Stephen F. Austin State University
"I learned the differences between American and Irish culture, and the importance of breaking the American stereotype. I gained so many memories, as well as knowledge regarding Irish theatre. The trip was extremely worthwhile, and I'm already planning what I'll do the next time I go to Ireland."
A student Stephen F. Austin State University
"Yes! If this program is being held again, make sure to talk to any of the faculty members hosting this trip or to the Study Abroad Coordinator."
Ralph A Stephen F. Austin State University
"I loved learning about Costa Rica and being emerged in the culture. I learned about ESL and what future students might feel in my future classroom. "
Tiffany O Stephen F. Austin State University
"It made me more comfortable with my French speaking ability. This trip gave me an entirely new outlook on Canadian culture. I now plan on applying for graduate schools in Canada."
Ethan F Stephen F. Austin State University
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Nathan J Stephen F. Austin State University
"The trip to Costa Rica wasvery worth it. I never thought what we learned I would have to apply into the classroom but when I got back from Costa Rica the classroom I am in has allowed me to use all the resources I learned from class and apply them into the classroom."
Brandie V 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 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
"Absolutely. I loved every minute. I got to eat incredible foreign food that I cannot eat in the US. I got to see buildings that are older than the US. I got to meet amazing teachers, children, and people in general. I learned so many new teaching theories that I will bring back to my classroom in the US. I did not have one bad e..."
Emily B Stephen F. Austin State University
"My cultural awareness is at an all time high. I have never felt so alive in Costa Rica. Learning the culture is truly amazing and being fully emersed is life changing. I now have so much respect for immigrants in the United States, and I now have a grrater appreciation for diversity. "
Kayla R Stephen F. Austin State University
"My experience abrad impacted my cultural awareness becuase I was able to make connections between the Costa Rican Culture and my culture. I was able to identify things that we had in common and things that were different. I was able to accept those differences and provide an experience that I will be able to carry over in my cla..."
Ashley M Stephen F. Austin State University
"I learned a great deal of appreciation for the things I have, but also long for the simplicity they have. Lets just say my major went from History to Wildlife."
Cassy O Stephen F. Austin State University
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bradley B Stephen F. Austin State University
"For a future reference I will move to Europe :D "
Prix B Stephen F. Austin State University
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Travis K Stephen F. Austin State University
"Since the class was all about culture I believe that this was one of the best programs to go on and learn about culture. The culture is so diverse in Costa Rica that while you were traveling you didn't know how the culture would be in that region, and that was a fun surprise."
Andy L Stephen F. Austin State University
