Past Review
By Brooke N (Philosophy, Politics and Law, SUNY - Binghamton) for
Study Away Programs and Internships in Washington D.C.
I learned to live on my own and to interact with different people (albiet very powerful people). I was able to apply the skills from academia and apply it to the real world.
Personal Information
| The term and year this program took place: | Fall 2009 |
Review Your Program
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* Overall educational experience
Academic rigor, intensity, resources, etc. |
I felt that learning through observing events and being exposed to how policy is made gave me a greater educational 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? |
It was a brownstone in a very nice area behind Capitol Hill. It's considered a part of the Capitol Hill Historic District. <br /><br /> I thoroughly enjoyed my apartment and its location due to its safety, close proximity to work and places to go. |
| * Food: |
Food can be a bit pricy though it is manageable and can get a variety of foods. |
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* Social & Cultural Integration:
How integrated did you feel with the local culture? |
I had a chance to visit many museums, the White House, Library of Congress, the Supreme Court, Arlington Cemetery. |
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* Health Care:
How well were health issues addressed during the program? |
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| * Safety: |
I felt safe most of the time, just need to keep your wits about you. Walk with someone at night. I was able to recieve healthcare through the Health Unit for Congress. |
| 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? | Around $100 a week on average. |
| Do you have any general money-saving tips for future study abroad participants? | None. |
Other Program Information
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* Where did you live?
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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? | To research the SUNY Brockport in Washington Program and to attend a information session at Binghamton. |
