Study Away in Washington DC Past Review
By Tim S (HISTORY., Clark University) for
American University: Washington D.C - Washington Semester Program
What did you gain/learn from your experience abroad? Was it worthwhile?
It was by far my best college experience yet. It has reinforced my future plans and gave me a grounding for my actions in society.
Personal Information
How much international exposure did you have prior to this program? | 0-2 weeks |
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* Overall educational experience
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If you could do it all over again would you choose the same program? |
Yes
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Finances
* Money: How easily were you able to live on a student's budget?
(1 = not very easy/$200+ on food & personal expenses/week, 2.5 = $100/week, 5 = very easily/minimal cost) |
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A Look Back
* What do you know now that you wish you knew before going on this program? | If you want to better understand American society enroll in American University's Washington Semester Program Transforming Communities. |
Individual Course Reviews
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Transforming Communities |
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Instructor: | Katharine Kravetz |
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Comments: | It was challenging and thought provoking. It opened my eyes to a field I never studied before. The use of Washington, DC as a sample for our studies provided us with an amazing opportunity to learn what a community is and the factors that effect it. |
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