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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."My internship helped me understand the pros and cons working for a non-profit organization in a different environment. It was indeed worthwhile because I learned valuable skills and assets that can be applied for future employment. I also helped narrow my career interests. "
Bobbie B Western Washington University
"It is truly amazing how much you learn from living overseas. Greece feels as much like home as Washington to me now. Although I saw three different countries in my three months overseas, the experience showed me that people are people no matter how far from home you are. The journey gave me new vigor for life and I am a very ..."
dylan.a.blake Western Washington University
"I learned about how to be happy with what you have and to keep things simple. I improved my spanish skills and gained a new perspective on life. It was the most amazing experience of my life."
A student Western Washington University
"I learned more about the language, about people, and about Spain. It was definitely worthwhile."
A student Western Washington University
"I grew a lot as a person and my goals became more clear to me. Defintely worthwhile. "
Maggie C Western Washington University
"I became a much more humble, well-rounded, and culturally aware person. I could not emphasize enough the importance of studying abroad."
Marissa W Western Washington University
"I learned more about myself then I have ever known. I learned how to work well with others and great leadership skills for both small and large groups. I learned outdoor skills, environmental studies, biology, ecology, and more!"
Quinn B Western Washington University
"I learned a lot about myself and the rest of the world. I feel like I advanced a lot both linguistically and as a person. It was definitely worthwhile and I think every person would benefit from the opportunity to go abroad."
Shelby A Western Washington University
"Everyday was a dream, there were so many parties and activities. This experience was amazing. "
A student Western Washington University
"I made significant progress in Arabic, and in French even though I didn't take any French courses. I made lasting friendships with people from all over the world. I gained a sense of place in the world. I gained a whole new appreciation for the USA. It was definitely worthwhile. I must go back!"
Dustin D Western Washington University
"A lot about myself and becoming independent. Worth every penny. Loved it. "
Carson H Western Washington University
"Absolutely. Gained knowledge of another culture and language. "
taylor.b.erickson.5 Western Washington University
"I really loved that Forum Nexus incorporated so many different cultural experiences into one trip. I learned so much about both countries that I hadn't experienced before, and countries that I had already visited."
Carmen L Western Washington University
"I became more confident in my teaching abilities BUT I think teaching at an all girls school (which I did really enjoy) didn't prepare me for the types of schools I'll be applying to at home. I think teaching all girls is a very different experience than teaching at a co-ed school. I wish my experience was more applicable."
A student Western Washington University
"It changed me as a person, student, and global citizen. If I could go abroad for my whole college carreer, I would. I expect to be back over seas next year, thanks to my experince in Granada. An academic year abraod was the best decision, and highlight of my college carreer. "
Rachel P Western Washington University
"My time abroad was absolutely worth it. The art and culture of the country was everything I wanted and more. I saw things I had only dreamed about for years, and there were completely surreal moments that I still look back on like it was all a dream. Completely and 100% worth it."
Jackie H Western Washington University
"Grew as a person - being away from home for that long is an eye-opening experience. It pushed me to be a better, more well-rounded, experienced person. "
Andrea F Western Washington University
"This is the kind of experience that you only get once, I loved every day that I was in Paris and it was definitely worth while!"
Lizzi M Western Washington University
"You have to be willing to step outside of your comfort zone and try new things, because it can open up your eyes to new experiences. A person pretty much only tries haggis in Scotland. I made friends with a group of international students from around the world, which allowed me to learn about their cultures while we learned abou..."
A student Western Washington University
"I gained and learned more than I can express in this little box. It was a once-in-a-lifetime experience and I'm so glad I took it. More than worthwhile. I learned a lot about Japanese and Japan, and about myself."
Hannah H Western Washington University
"How to be independent and travel on my own "
A student Western Washington University
"This experience was one of the most worthwhile of all my days. I gained invaluable skills and training in the career fields I plan to pursue, and I grew exponentially as a person."
erica.reed.5680 Western Washington University
"A sense of enormous self-confidence in my ability to navigate foreign places alone, and yes, it was the most important thing I've ever done."
Alex H Western Washington University
"I gained confidence in my traveling abilities and my accomplishments as a research scientist. Greater appreciation for my home and the programs available to me here."
lmsulenes Western Washington University
"I learned so much. More about Spanish culture, history and the language. I feel like I gained another perspective of the world, the thinking in Spain is different and I learned the different customs and social norms. It has changed me, and I don't necessarily mind the change. It showed me that there are so many beautiful places ..."
jlkmathis Western Washington University
