The most memorable summer experience. Past Review

By (Business Administration and Management, Furman University) - abroad from 07/01/2015 to 07/31/2015 with

Forum-Nexus: Ultimate Summer in Europe - 7 Cities in 1 Month

What did you gain/learn from your experience abroad? Was it worthwhile?
I learned how different cultures interact in today's modern society. It was absolutely worth it!

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Personal Information

How much international exposure did you have prior to this program? 0-2 weeks

Review Your Program

* Overall educational experience

Academic rigor, intensity, resources, etc.

If you take 3 courses it is intense, but possible to also enjoy the cities.

* Host Country Program Administration

On-site administration of your program

Extremely helpful staff, catering to any needs upon request.

* Housing:

How satisfied were you with your living arrangements?

I highly enjoyed the various hotels and resorts we stayed in. Ultimate Luxury.

* Food:

Unique and delicious food in each country. I suggest trying everything.

* Social & Cultural Integration:

How integrated did you feel with the local culture?

I traveled with native speakers for the most part, but when I was alone, I had no problem fitting in with the culture.

* Health Care:

How well were health issues addressed during the program?

A few students became ill on the trip, but the staff catered to their needs, and they all made a quick recovery.

* Safety:

I felt safe and secure the entire trip.

If you could do it all over again would you choose the same program? Yes

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)

My main expenses were food, and I was always able to find affordable dining.

Not including program expenses, about how much money did you spend on food and other expenses each week? I would say on average 9 dollars a meal.
Do you have any general money-saving tips for future study abroad participants? If you feel the need to purchase souvenirs, make sure you safe enough money to still eat!

Language

* Did your program have a foreign language component? Yes
How much did the program encourage you to use the language?

0 = No encouragement, 5 = frequent encouragement to use the language

I tried to speak Spanish as much as I could, and since both my roommates spoke Spanish with a native tongue, I was immersed in the experience.

How would you rate your language skills at the beginning of the program? Beginner
How would you rate your language skills at the end of the program? Intermediate
What was the highest level language course you had completed prior to departure? Spanish 201
How many hours per day did you use the language?
Do you have any tips/advice on the best ways to practice the language for future study abroad participants? Just start speaking it, and really listen when others are having conversations in different languages.

Other Program Information

* Where did you live?

Select all that apply

  • Hotel
* Who did you live with?

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  • Americans
  • International Students
* Who did you take classes with?

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  • Local Students
  • Americans
  • International Students
About how many local friends did you make that you will likely keep in touch with?

A Look Back

* What did you like most about the program?
  • International Business
  • International Marketing
  • Food
* What could be improved?
  • N/A
* What do you know now that you wish you knew before going on this program? Its better to go with the flow, then to plan out every excursion.