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Below you will find study abroad reviews from students at Western Washington University. We hope you will find these helpful in your search for options in education abroad. If you are a Western Washington University student, please check with the Office of Education Abroad 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 learned how to adapt to a different lifestyle and culture, I learned how to speak a different language, and I met a lot of new great people who I will keep in contact with forever. Overall my experience abroad was very worthwile."
A student Western Washington University
"It was definitely worthwhile, as much as I may be a bit unhappy about how some things went down. I don't regret it. I learned a lot. It gave me a new perspective on culture, race and life. I made some good friends, kept some old ones. Feel more independent. Increased my understanding of the language. Overall, great personal expe..."
A student Western Washington University
"I've found myself in a number of ways. I've seen tons of new cities, countries, things. New experiences. I went from being an able reader, writer, and understander of Spanish to being a good SPEAKER and conversationalist."
Sam B Western Washington University
"I learned more of the language, I met amazing people from Spain and all across the world. I was able to travel around Europe. I could not imagine a better year!"
caulfij Western Washington University
"I was able to talk to a lot of Japanese people and learn their perspectives on life, and culture. My Japanese also improved tremendously. It was definitely worthwhile."
Brian B Western Washington University
"A lot about teaching, myself, and New Zealand"
A student Western Washington University
"It was very worth while, it was a once in a lifetime experience. I can't wait to go back. "
Sara P Western Washington University
"Australia is similar to America in numerous ways, so it wasn't that much of a culture shock. But, there was enough difference in their lives that was noticeable. They were appreciable as well. I've always wanted to teach abroad and this just made me hungry for more. This program sufficed in it's goal for me. I learned how to tea..."
Michael S Western Washington University
"Learned a new lifestyle outside of my own and I plan to go back and visit"
Erik S Western Washington University
"Learned a new lifestyle outside of my own and I plan to go back and visit"
Erik S Western Washington University
"Above all else I have become so open minded from this experience. I had only traveled near my home state, and hadn't really branched out culturally. With having to meet and get to know all new places and people it really helped me to branch out, and has changed me for the better. This trip has helped me focus on what I want to..."
Noel P Western Washington University
"Above all else I have become so open minded from this experience. I had only traveled near my home state, and hadn't really branched out culturally. With having to meet and get to know all new places and people it really helped me to branch out, and has changed me for the better. This trip has helped me focus on what I want to..."
Noel P Western Washington University
"Everything I said above. Yes, highly worth it. Needs to be more organized and address safety issues more adequately. This only the second year the program has been operating, so I hope it will continue and improve in the years to come. "
Keenan W Western Washington University
"the experience overall opened my eyes to the world, I am better for it. "
Brett S Western Washington University
"This program was a great way to integrate all of the environmental education I have had so far in my student career in a place with both beautiful and unique ecological systems."
Zachary W Western Washington University
"Yes."
Heidi V Western Washington University
"YES. Diane Johnson and the Athens Centre made the trip one of my favorite memories and I became very good friends with several people I traveled with - and I'm still in contact with one woman from the Centre. With all the political drama going on with Greece recently, I'm glad I had the opportunity to visit Athens and learn abou..."
Jessica W Western Washington University
"I developed a deep appreciation for ancient Greek history and culture, especially its art. Of course, getting to explore a new culture on your own feet, at your own leisure, is a pretty invaluable experience in itself. I also went to Greece a week earlier than the rest of the group so that I could do a little personal explor..."
Joe F Western Washington University
"I can't wait to go back to England and Chacombe, whether on holiday or for theatre. My appreciation for different places and cultures has expanded immensely. My newest goal in life: to fill up my passport with travel stamps!"
Ayana U Western Washington University
"I have a greater understanding of Argentine culture and the spanish language. As a result of this experience, I hope to teach internationally in the future."
Phoebe H Western Washington University
"The countries highlighted by this program make it worth it-enough said. What one is exposed to on this trip, I find is important in challenging the mind of any person-though especially young adults."
Elian C Western Washington University
"I learned to deal with differences in teaching philosophies, cultural, social,etc etc differences."
Ashlyn S Western Washington University
"I learned some valuable travel lessons on how to deal with Indian business and some important independence lessons. Overall, my trip only cemented my want to major in Asian studies of some sort with an anthropological slant, helping people (perhaps Tibetans?) in some way or another."
Kristin S Western Washington University
"I am very interested in learning languages and conversing with others as an interpreter."
Brittany C Western Washington University
"I was so impressed by the staff at SFS. I learned to stop worrying about the small stuff and that putting yourself out there is so worth it."
Amber W Western Washington University
