Amazing! Past Review
By Lauren B (Economics., Simmons College) - abroad from 07/01/2012 to 08/21/2012 with
WorldStrides Study Abroad in Bangkok, Thailand
What did you gain/learn from your experience abroad? Was it worthwhile?
I learned so much about Thai culture and people in general as well as human rights in Southeast Asia which as the class I took. I had so many amazing experiences outside the classroom and learned in the classroom as well. We took an excursion to the border of Myanmar which gave me a lot of perspective on things. It was absolutely worthwhile, the best experience I've ever had!
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Personal Information
| How much international exposure did you have prior to this program? | 0-2 weeks |
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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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| * Was housing included in your program cost? | Yes |
| * Was food included in your program cost? | Yes |
| Not including program expenses, about how much money did you spend on food and other expenses each week? | $30-$50 |
| Do you have any general money-saving tips for future study abroad participants? | Keep an eye on a budget that you set ahead of time. |
Language
| * Did your program have a foreign language component? | Yes |
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How much did the program encourage you to use the language?
0 = No encouragement, 5 = frequent encouragement to use the language |
I didn't participate in the language component but those that did were encouraged to use it often. |
| Do you have any tips/advice on the best ways to practice the language for future study abroad participants? | A lot of locals are understanding if you don't have a handle on the language but they are almost always pleased if you try! It's great practice. |
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A Look Back
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| * What do you know now that you wish you knew before going on this program? | I wish I had known to bring hand sanitzer! |
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