WorldStrides Study Abroad - Reviews from Former Locations

After I completed my global remote internship, I realized the many different skills that can come from putting yourself out there and truly taking initiative while honing a few skills, such as good time-management, working with diverse groups, developing creative ideas as well as the importance of setting SMART goals. It was def... Troy'nia Douglas - Nova Southeastern University

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One big thing I learned was about the effects of US involvement. Many decisions our country has made have great implications on the rest of the world. I never truly comprehended that until seeing things for myself. Katherine Cooper - University of Pittsburgh - Pittsburgh

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I learned a lot of perspective about what matters and what doesn't, and about what is worth being stressed about. It was absolutely worthwhile. Lily Bensko - University of New Hampshire

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I learned not only about Thai society and culture but also about myself in the best possible way. McKenna Moody - University of Utah

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I learned how to admire and participate in Thai culture while also respecting the practices. I gained a newfound understanding of Thailand and other Southeast Asian countries roles in geopolitics (which is extremely important if you've only been exposed to Western countries' roles). I learned how to be more patient and more unde... Stephanie Huynh - Lehigh University

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I gained a broader knowledge on the world and different cultures. I learned a lot about myself and what I want to do in the future. Devan Matthews - California Polytechnic State University, San Luis Obispo

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TEAN's courses expanded on topics rarely discussed in the United States and utilized the country around it for hands-on lesson, making going to class enjoyable and exciting. Not only am I more aware of different cultures and lifestyles, but more accepting and willing to try new ideas. I am now able to reflect on so many wonder... Abby Milza - High Point University

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I learned to be a kinder person. From living in Chiang Mai for a semester and traveling to a few countries in Southeast Asia, I was met with a kindness and unselfishness I have never witnessed before. I learned to listen, say yes and treat others with kindness and laughter. I learned to walk slow, embrace the heat and always smi... A student - Cornell University

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I learned a lot about Buddhism which was something I was very interested in and I also learned how to meditate as well. Now that I'm back home, I plan on meditating as much as possible as a way to relieve stress. This trip was my first time to Asia and I really loved it. It was the best decision I made and I'm hoping that I'll g... Chelsey S - Pace University

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This was the most enlightening experience I've ever had. I gained insight into two new cultures as well as a region of the world I new nothing about. I learned a lot about myself too, putting myself in situations (good and slightly uncomfortable) that I had never thought about before. Marlee - University of Wisconsin - Milwaukee

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From my experience, I learned independence. I learned how to live in a culture so different from my own and love it for all that it is. I gained a sense of self being able to thrive in another country, and I will forever be thankful for that. Thailand became a home away from home and the level of comfort I felt in Chiang Mai is ... Alex Branam - University of Georgia

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While studying abroad I learned skills I cannot learn anywhere else. I learned how to adapt to a new environment, language, and culture. I gained valuable intercultural communication skills and learned new perspectives on global issues. I also gained personal growth. I was able to break out of my comfort zone while abroad and I'... Melissa Wanninger - Miami University

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I'm a peer advisor in Pace's Study Abroad office, and what I always tell my students is that the number one thing I got, and that people tend to get from study abroad, is personal growth. I became so much more open and willing to do things and expand my horizons, and I was more adventurous than I've ever been before in my life. ... Katherine Gallagher - Pace University

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