GO. UMSL's Iklaina Archaeological Project, Summer Past Review
By Tristan (Classical Studies, University of Arkansas - Fayetteville) for
Study Abroad Programs in Greece
What did you gain/learn from your experience abroad? Was it worthwhile?
I learned about archaeology, Bronze Age Greece, modern Greece, modern Greek, history, and Architecture. I am much more interested in the Bronze Age and material history.
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* Overall educational experience
Academic rigor, intensity, resources, etc. |
This was an excellent program. I recommend it to anyone seeking field experience. |
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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? |
Hotel Karalis in Pylos Greece. Good staff, good food, good rooms. |
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Mmmmmm... |
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* Social & Cultural Integration:
How integrated did you feel with the local culture? |
It was all memorable. From swimming in the Bay of Navarino, to drinking Cups of Nestor in the Pylos Platea. |
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* Health Care:
How well were health issues addressed during the program? |
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| * Safety: |
I don't recall any incidents. |
| 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? | Maybe 100 Euros? |
| Do you have any general money-saving tips for future study abroad participants? | Try to carry small bills. Take out 40 euros at a time from the ATMs so you don't get stuck with a 50 which no one can break. |
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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Other Program Information
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* Who did you take classes with?
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A Look Back
| * What do you know now that you wish you knew before going on this program? | GO! You will not regret it! |
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