Florida, a New World Past Review
By Samuel M (Fine Art, University of Florida) for
L'Universite Catholique de l'Ouest / Catholic University of the West: Angers - Direct Enrollment & Exchange
yes i feel like i grew as a person. i gave it a four because i met a great group of friend that helped me in my adventure. if you study hard and get good grades dont be afraid to go out with friends and have a good time. you must enjoy your experience in a new place. i am much more aware of people and how culture effect how people respond to you. while most ar very kind and friendly very few dont understand the language barrier one can face especially with american slang.
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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The work load was not bad. Full-time student I was for about one year. I met alot of new friends who helped me out along the way. they liked me because i was diffrent from them. we had fun, study hard and enjoy the beach. I didnt have much problems doing my classes because i was well versed in the english before i come to america. if i di not understand i would always ask someone around me about how to do what the professor ask of me. teachers are the same everywhere they dont stop much for note taking, one has to be quick. |
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* Host Country Program Administration
On-site administration of your program |
my expectations were met with ease. I had no problems with the people that set things up. they were kind and friendly. whenever i had a question they were willing to help. they told me pretty much how america would be especially the area that i moved to. the program wasnt too large. i learned alot of interesting things. |
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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
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Direct Enrollment/Exchange
| * Did you study abroad through an exchange program or did you directly enroll in the foreign university? | Direct Enrollment |
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A Look Back
| * What do you know now that you wish you knew before going on this program? | be paitent and friendly with everyone you meet. most people are understanding of one being from another country as long as they show basic respect and maturity. have fun with others while you can. take alot of pictures, to show family and friends. if you dont understand ask others what it means. |
