Past Review
By Christiana P (Journalism., Pennsylvania State University - Altoona) for
Penn State Altoona: Paris - Language and African American Music
What did you gain/learn from your experience abroad? Was it worthwhile?
It was such a wonderful experience, and I would do it all over again. I learned a lot about the language, culture, and can't wait for the opportunity to go to France and Paris again!
Personal Information
| How much international exposure did you have prior to this program? | 1 month - 6 months |
| The term and year this program took place: | Summer 2010 |
Review Your Program
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* Overall educational experience
Academic rigor, intensity, resources, etc. |
The overall experience was fantastic! some of the activities were challenging, but overall it was still great! |
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* Host Country Program Administration
On-site administration of your program |
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* Housing:
How satisfied were you with your living arrangements? |
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| * Food: |
SO. MUCH. BREAD. |
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* Social & Cultural Integration:
How integrated did you feel with the local culture? |
I loved being able to go and experience others during my free time |
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* Health Care:
How well were health issues addressed during the program? |
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| * Safety: |
No health issues came up and I felt very safe |
| 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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| Not including program expenses, about how much money did you spend on food and other expenses each week? | $500 |
| Do you have any general money-saving tips for future study abroad participants? | always be conscious |
Language
| How would you rate your language skills at the beginning of the program? | None |
| If applicable, to what degree did your living situation aid your language acquisition? |
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| Language acquisition improvement? |
More conversation |
Other Program Information
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* Where did you live?
Select all that apply |
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A Look Back
| * What do you know now that you wish you knew before going on this program? | Make sure the program fits to what you want |
Individual Course Reviews
| Course Name/Rating: |
Paris Trip |
| Course Department: | French 199 |
| Instructor: | Claire McCourt |
| Instruction Language: | French |
| Comments: | The course was both challenging and fun. There were some hiccups in planning but overall was very fun and exciting |
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