This month, we are excited to feature Jeremy Kohlmeier! Jeremy studied in Buenos Aires, Argentina for one month during the summer. He traveled with ISA, a program provider that we partner with in the Office of Education Abroad. In Jeremy’s average day in Argentina, he would have a small breakfast, as is typical in Argentina, then head to class around 9:30. … [Read more...] about Let’s Travel South! A Student Spotlight of Jeremy in Argentina
In the office, we constantly have students asking, “Can I study abroad with COVID happening?” Today I am excited to dive into the story of Milana, a student who spent her fall semester in Valencia. Getting to Spain When asked about her program, Milana jumped into quite the story of getting to Spain. While many students adjust some plans while going abroad (in the midst … [Read more...] about Student Spotlight: Milana Hainline – Studying Abroad During COVID
Here at Study Away Programs, we are taking the COVID-19 pandemic very seriously. We have been working with local health systems and the university as a whole to create plans of action that will keep our students safe domestically and internationally. Current information regarding our response to COVID-19 can be found on our website, along with other resources. We are remaining … [Read more...] about Planning to Study Abroad in the Midst of a Pandemic
It’s 6:34 AM and you're standing in Chicago’s O'hare airport. The immigration and customs line is moving rather quickly. You mentally take note of any items that you might need to declare. The officer waves you forward. He asks you where you’re coming from and you respond, “Germany.” As he looks over your passport and documents, he goes on to ask what was the purpose of your … [Read more...] about Processing Life After Study Abroad
Prompt Hi, I'm Priscilla and my student is starting college at Missouri State. What does it mean to study away? If my student decides to apply for a study away program, is the tuition paid by Missouri State? How does a student apply to study away? Would my student be safe on a study away trip? Where are some places a student can go on a study away trip? Does the student … [Read more...] about The 411 of Study Away at Missouri State University