University of Massachusetts Amherst / UMass
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Below you will find study abroad reviews from students at University of Massachusetts Amherst. We hope you will find these helpful in your search for options in education abroad. If you are a University of Massachusetts Amherst student, please check with the Education Abroad Office for guidelines on enrolling in a study abroad program and receiving credit for your study abroad experience. If your university has listed recommended programs below, please consider them first and contact any of the program providers referenced in the reviews listed below for more information.
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No important dates configured."I gained lifelong friends and memories that I will never forget. I learned about learning in a different way. I learned how to budget my money (Ive never been very good at that). Ive become more outgoing and speak my mind more than I did before."
Soleil L University of Massachusetts Amherst
"I gained new friends for life. I learned how to be more independent and yet more involved in the world around me. It was incredibly worthwhile."
Veronica S University of Massachusetts Amherst
"I had an amazing internship in an English production company that has changed my career and my resume. I learned so much about the business and about culture. I started identifying as an American, because I have perspective. "
julia.lisa.7370 University of Massachusetts Amherst
"It was absolutely worthwhile! I have been exposed to many different cultures and a totally new way of life. The food and natural beauty was incredible. It is difficult to put into words how amazing of a learning experience I had. As a person I am more cultured and have a greater understanding of the way that other cultures o..."
Jenna W University of Massachusetts Amherst
"i got to see another country and the beautiful architecture"
Justin M University of Massachusetts Amherst
"I am an elementary general music teacher and have already begun teaching my students the drumming, singing and dancing that I learned on this trip. And they are LOVING it! Definitely a worthwhile experience."
Dan K University of Massachusetts Amherst
"yes, it was worthwhile"
Tayla B University of Massachusetts Amherst
"That I love dance, which is not in my professional sphere usually."
Elizabeth G University of Massachusetts Amherst
"So worthwhile. This was by far the best time in my life. I cannot even explain all the things I have learned. To put this experience to words is beyond my rhetoric. "
drake.yretua University of Massachusetts Amherst
"I have transfered some of my knowledge of Ghanaian drumming and dance on to my students. They love it as much as I do. I would love to do this trip again to continue my learning and knowledge base. I would highly recommend this trip to anyone who asked."
Linda Rae K University of Massachusetts Amherst
"Yes! It reminded me how important community, drumming, and dancing are in my life. It helped me to see what is of utmost value - people over things. Both times I traveled to Ghana with This World Music I experienced a sense of home - particularly in the village. The experiences in Ghana will be with me always, and they continue..."
FemmAesthetik J University of Massachusetts Amherst
"I received a first-hand look at how the Ghanians lived. It made me more grateful for what I have in the US. "
Andrew S University of Massachusetts Amherst
"Absolutely. This is something I will draw on for teaching and my own music as well for the rest of my life."
Benjamin D University of Massachusetts Amherst
"Absolutely. I gained a true awareness of living more "minimally" and experienced such depths of joy, I truly would have staid for an entire month if not longer. I don't know if this would be true for every one, but I know for me that the trip reminded me of what is truly important: connection with others, music, dance, and being..."
FemmAesthetik J University of Massachusetts Amherst
"I would do it all over again it a second if I could. I gained an appreciation for the culture of Italy and for their food, people, language, etc. I gained an independence and confidence to be able to travel by myself as well. I went to law school following my undergraduate career and studied abroad again in law school. My experi..."
Whitney H University of Massachusetts Amherst
"I learned to understand different cultures. I had always made assumptions about people, but now I do not until i know them. I also learned to provide for myself, and if I had a problem I could not just go home, I had to solve it on my own with my best judgement. I grew up from this trip and am now more independant"
Kellie W University of Massachusetts Amherst / UMass
"Absolutely! I would do my abroad experience over again if possible. I have realized that I need to continue to open my eyes to new horizons. Going on an international trip has expanded my understanding of other cultures with first hand experience. I definitely am now deciding that I am not going to graduate school right after..."
Manuel L University of Massachusetts Amherst
"I had an amazing time abroad and wish I could have stayed the whole year. Time few while in London but the memories and friendships made will last a life time. After interning in London, I am considering finding jobs in London and Europe and hopes to move there. "
Julie A University of Massachusetts Amherst
