Sail across the ocean Past Review
By Paul D (Environmental Studies, University of the South) for
Sea Education Association: Programs at Sea - Oceans and Climate
I know that one day I will return to the ocean - I hope to sail again soon. I'm currently in medical school - working in the fast-pace environment of the ship with my fellow classmates prepared me well to work in teams back on land - sailing really tests you, you get to find out what you're really made of
Personal Information
How much international exposure did you have prior to this program? | 6 months+ |
Review Your Program
* Overall educational experience
Academic rigor, intensity, resources, etc. |
While on shore, the professors at SEA were all amazing, they really challenged me - and they would come over to our house and grill with us! In addition, having WHOI right down the road was a huge plus - we met all sorts of very inspirational scientists and policy makers. On ship - well it was the most intense six weeks of my life! I have never learned so much so quickly. |
* 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: |
3 meals + 3 snacks a day on board - food was amazing! |
* Social & Cultural Integration:
How integrated did you feel with the local culture? |
We spent christmas in Nuku Hiva (a small island in French Polynesia) - it was beautiful! Meeting the islanders was great. |
* Health Care:
How well were health issues addressed during the program? |
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* Safety: |
the SEA crew did a phenomenal job involving us in safety drills while on ship. the safety & survival gear was all up to date - SEA does not cut any corners here. |
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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Other Program Information
* Where did you live?
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* Who did you live with?
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A Look Back
* What do you know now that you wish you knew before going on this program? | Just do it. World class science research - and you're on a sailing ship! |