Western Oregon University
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Below you will find study abroad reviews from students at Western Oregon University. We hope you will find these helpful in your search for options in education abroad. If you are a Western Oregon University student, please check with the International Office 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 gained a better understanding of how similar individuals of the world are--it does not matter what culture you come from. "
Emily Wanous Western Oregon University
"Yes. Very worthwhile. I would go back in a heartbeat. I gained independence from family. Worked on fluency in Spanish. "
Anna H Western Oregon University
"I was incredibly satisfied with the program. I gained a better understanding of the world, and how they see Americans. I gained more in the sense that I have a more understanding nature than I had previously. I absolutely enjoyed this experience. It made me a better human being. It didn’t really change my academic goals, but it ..."
Alyssa P Western Oregon University
"Studying abroad was one of the most rewarding experiences of my life. As a historian, I can think of nothing more spectacular than seeing for myself the ruins I have been studying in photos for years. But beyond academics, the program increases awareness of the world as a hole. Seeing what's out there makes it real."
Patrick M Western Oregon University
"Yes. I gained life skills and knowledge, I learned how to cook, to better socialize, to be more patient, and about a whole other country and its people. I already had a love for travel, but my study abroad just cemented my love for meeting people and learning about new cultures. I am definitely wanting to go abroad again for ..."
Amy K Western Oregon University
"I learned so much from my experience abroad. I learned more about myself and the world than I could have ever imagined. Studying abroad really changed my life and made me realize what I want to do with this short life I have. I highly recommend going abroad it doesn't even have to be to Argentina it just needs to be somewhere."
Keegan B Western Oregon University
"I have become more culturally aware of my own country as well as Ghana; I have come to better-understand the motivations and the challenges within a developing country; I have gained a new insight into reality. The service-learning aspect of the program really got my feet wet for the Peace Corps, which I am planning to particip..."
Katy A Western Oregon University
