Western Kentucky University
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Below you will find study abroad reviews from students at Western Kentucky University. We hope you will find these helpful in your search for options in education abroad. If you are a Western Kentucky University student, please check with the Office of Study Abroad and Global Learning 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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A student Western Kentucky University
"I gained a new sense of adventure and confidence. It pushed me to do things out of my comfort zone. "
Haley Western Kentucky University
"The biggest thing I gained from studying abroad was confidence in myself that I never had. I loved meeting new people and exploring new places and I hope to continue doing that for as long as I live. "
Kayla Geistman Western Kentucky University
"I gathered life-long experiences that I would not achieve elsewhere. I was pushed to go far beyond my comfort zone, which paved the way for a fantastic journey. I personally got to know the local population, while trying new foods and exploring areas off the beaten path. Furthermore, I also learned quite a bit on subjects unrela..."
Alex Antoshak Western Kentucky University
"I am very satisfied with my study abroad experience. I have traveled before but never in the capapcity of a student in a program. As a student participant, I was able to enjoy the culture more fully because all the accommodations were taken care of. The only worry I had was to get the fullest experience I could. I also gained a ..."
Patty B Western Kentucky University
"I learned a lot about the culture and history of Argentina. It was definitely worthwhile. "
Kevin Western Kentucky University
""I think that my life is change permanently because I have had the chance to experience this with these people. Our director has bestowed upon us her wisdom and I have greatly appreciated being in the mist of such an incredible woman who has made it here mission to not only encourage us to get the traditional education but to al..."
A. W Western Kentucky University
"Looking back, I know now that what I gained was a beautiful adventure where I built life long friendships and an insatiable desire to see the rest of the world. Studying abroad with SOL was AMAZING!!"
iheartama Western Kentucky University
"I gained more than I can write on here, so many life lessons and even practical skills like map reading, cooking, dancing, and currency exchanging. I learned priceless information about another culture besides my own and it opened my eyes more than I knew possible. I would do it again every summer if I could and every time I wo..."
Maddie P Western Kentucky University
"It was definitely worth while. I learned a lot about myself and about other ulture. I have about other bigger world wide perspective. "
Tiye Gardner Western Kentucky University
"I learned more about myself and a lot about the culture here in a small Latin American country. I gained a greater appreciation for love and family from being immersed in such a close knit and loving culture. Every second was worth something."
Meghan H Western Kentucky University
"My experience abroad was forever life changing. I went in barely knowing spanish, knowing absolutely nobody, and never been abroad. I can say when my month in Buenos Aires came to an end I was so sad. I made forever friends and memories I will cherish for a lifetime. I pushed myself out of comfort zone to try new things, and now..."
Emma Spalding Western Kentucky University
"You don't know what you have until it's gone. It's a crazy feeling getting home and adapting back to your home culture. Seeing family and friends is nice for the first weekend, but then I would give anything to just hop back on a plane and be back in my second home. I gained a new perspective on life (and specifically how Americ..."
Katherine Schaaf Western Kentucky University
"I learned a lot about interacting with strangers and pushing myself outside of my comfort zone. I felt safe and supported and that environment helped me flourish."
Olivia Gilliam Western Kentucky University
"Incredibly worthwhile. Not only do I feel so much more competent in Spanish now (though I've still got a ways to go) I feel like I really got to experience southern Mexico. I loved it and there's so much more of Mexico and of Oaxaca that I want to explore now."
A student Western Kentucky University
"Learned all about London culture and history."
Bryan w Western Kentucky University
"This experience reinforced my beliefs that nothing compares to the in-country experience when learning a second (or third...) language. I can see myself directing study abroad programs years from now because I so firmly believe in their importance insofar as cultivating an understanding of the language and its current as well a..."
Rachel C Western Kentucky University
"I learned so much about the world, people, and its history. It was 100% worth while. "
A student Western Kentucky University
"I learned how to speak spanish very well. I had fun on my own a lot. I learned about some great mexican movies. It was totally worthwhile. I would do it again in a second."
Eli K Western Kentucky University
"My spanish improved a lot, and I learned a lot about the culture of Costa Rica."
Morgan W Western Kentucky University
"Choosing to study abroad with Sol was the best decision I made to support my degree. I learned so much about myself, my passions, and my future. Sol provided the best environment to learn, grow, and have fun in a new place!"
Morgan G Western Kentucky University
"A lot of independence and the confidence that I was able to live on my own in a new area!"
Christina P Western Kentucky University
"I can't even begin to share what i gained from this trip. This trip opened the door for me and traveling. I got to experience different cultures and health care systems. I now am not as hesitant to travel to a new country "
Isabella Martino Western Kentucky University
"Travel and the opportunity to meet new people and learn about health care in a different country. "
A student Western Kentucky University
"I learned how to speak spanish, how to adjust to a new culture, i learned about several other cultures. It was absolutely worthwhile"
Justin F Western Kentucky University
