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Below you will find study abroad reviews from students at Western Washington University. We hope you will find these helpful in your search for options in education abroad. If you are a Western Washington University student, please check with the Office of Education Abroad 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 learned about different cultures and myself."
Ian C Western Washington University
"I learned alot about the sort of life one can expect to have when living in Russia. I met people not only from all over the former Soviet Union but also from famously secluded places like North Korea. I feel like my study abroad was one of the most powerful and life changing experiences I've had in years."
Micah C Western Washington University
"I worked with a demographic of students that I had no experience working with before, and by the end of my 10 week placement I had generated a strong bond with my students, and they were all sad to see me go. I worked on my skills as an educator, specifically in classroom management and lesson preparation, so it was definitely w..."
Greyson S Western Washington University
"I learned a lot about the culture and history of Spain, which I knew very little about prior to the program. I also was able to greatly improve my Spanish grammar and vocal skills. I was able to become comfortable getting around Salamanca with ease to the point that it became my home rather than just a place I was staying and st..."
Michael J Western Washington University
"The cultural experience was worthwhile but I was disappointed with the program. "
A student Western Washington University
"It improved my speaking ability in the language considerably. It made more comfortable with speaking it in all sorts of different situations. Before I felt too self-conscious of my level in Spanish, but now I am comfortable speaking it even though I know it is not perfect."
A student Western Washington University
"I would love to be able to recommend this program. The onsite staff was great, the professors were engaging and friendly, but the lack of security provided for female students was disgraceful. I took part in this program so that I could have security and guidance during my first experience abroad. The AIFS staff onsite were wond..."
Doej Western Washington University
"It was totally worthwhile. It changed me from the inside out, I loved every minute and I love what it gave me. "
Jasmine H Western Washington University
"The most influential and important things came from the amazing people that I meant there. I have met friends that I will have for a lifetime. "
A student Western Washington University
"Friends, options, ideas, contacts, networks: Yes."
A student Western Washington University
"I gained many new friendships, amazing experiences, unforgettable memories, and a desire for more. I have learned a lot about myself and the Spanish language and it was definitely worth while. "
Joseph G Western Washington University
"I learned a lot about myself and I also was able to gain more knolewdge and ability in my spanish speaking abilities."
A student Western Washington University
"Self-reliance, confidence, global perspective "
A student Western Washington University
"It was totally worthwhile to be able to experience another culture for an extended period of time. I really enjoyed all the excursions and the freedom of traveling and learning from places, artifacts, and people."
Katherine J Western Washington University
"-change in perspective, new outlook on life"
A student Western Washington University
"I learned a lot about Irish culture! Totally worthwhile. "
A student Western Washington University
"I knew I wanted to study abroad since I was 16. I just didn't realize what it would be like at all. Speaking Spanish with locals really taught me to stand up for myself, because it wasn't always easy to communicate about what you wanted. You have to be firm until you're understood. I saw eleven countries while here, 26 cities. Y..."
A student Western Washington University
"I learned how to communicate in Spanish, be confident in myself, and I really learned what I was made of."
A student Western Washington University
"i learned so much i dont think i could express it all in this word box. I learned about cultures, languages, myself, beers, europe, the transportation systems. I learned to enjoy life and not take happiness and the little things for granted. But i would reccomend getting a bike once you get here. Spring and summer are expone..."
Ethan S Western Washington University
"My French skills improved, my self-confidence and independence grew, I made new friends, and I fell in love with French food and the culture. "
mia.nafziger Western Washington University
"My experience was incredibly worthwhile. I learned a lot about myself, and what I want from my life. The things that are important to me, and the things that aren't."
s v Western Washington University
"It's impossible to put into words what I learned. I've learned how big the world is, but also how small it is. I've learned that one person can make a difference. I learned that it's important to fight for what you're passionate about and to not take no for an answer. I learned that it's important to keep asking questions and to..."
Kaitlynn L Western Washington University
"I was able to learn a new language and experience a new culture. I could broaden my knowledge of my major."
A student Western Washington University
"Fun integrating with a culture different from yours and you meet great people from around the world."
A student Western Washington University
"I learned how to empathize and place myself in different shoes of a different culture. I also learned more about the international community and made numerous friends from different countries around the world. If there's one thing that I took away, it would be international awareness/acceptence. I wouldn't trade this experience ..."
csporl Western Washington University
