Aix-en-Provence; One of the best and most memorable experience of my life Past Review
By Peter H (PSYCHOLOGY., Truman State University) for
Institute for American Universities (IAU): The School of Humanities & Social Sciences, Aix-en-Provence, France
I made fantastic long-term friends during my time abroad, I learned a lot about cultural differences between America and France and Europe in general. In addition, I fell in love with the language and culture of France. It has motivated me to continue learning the language and I will try to go back as soon as possible!
Personal Information
| How much international exposure did you have prior to this program? | 1 month - 6 months |
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* Overall educational experience
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* Host Country Program Administration
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My host country and program did an adequate job explaining what the experience would be. They answered questions and provided adequate information. However, the information and aid did not go above and beyond any normal expectations. |
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* Social & Cultural Integration:
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| If you could do it all over again would you choose the same program? |
Yes
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Finances
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* 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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Language
| * Did your program have a foreign language component? | Yes |
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I could practice French with my host family, with my professors, classmates, and French friends that I made while living in Aix. However, most people spoke English. Therefore it was up to me how much I wanted to practice my language skills. |
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Other Program Information
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* Where did you live?
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A Look Back
| * What do you know now that you wish you knew before going on this program? | Be open to new experiences and cultural differences. Aix and France has a lot to offer so don't be shy about asking questions and traveling. Aix is in a perfect location to experience a lot of what Southern France has to offer. |
Individual Course Reviews
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French 212 Conversations in French Culture |
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| Instructor: | Margaux Hofstad |
| Instruction Language: | French |
| Comments: | The professor was exceptional. She was a significant reason why this program was so wonderful for me. She gave the class insight into the cultural differences between America and France in terms of the city we were in and our region. |
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