This is our last country for this series so I hope you all enjoy. 5. Ireland and Northern Ireland are two countries Ireland or officially known as the Republic of Ireland is the largest part of the island. Northern Ireland is apart of the United Kingdom. I would recommend looking into the history of all this, it actually gets pretty interesting. Plus you'll be one step ahead … [Read more...] about Top 5 Things to know before going to Ireland
It's your boy, Desmond back at it again with another blog entry! This week we're talking about Costa Rica. 5. Tico time, everyone is late to everything. From classes to grabbing coffee with friends, prepare to never be on time for anything. Costa Rica is a very laid back and chill country, so nothing is done with urgency. Coming from the U.S. it can and most likely will be … [Read more...] about Top 5 things to Know Before Going to Costa Rica
Ya'll already know the drill, so lets jump in! 5. Your visa is a two step process. The closest consulate to get your visa if you're here in Springfield is to drive up to St. Louis. There you'll have to make an appointment to complete the necessary documents but this is just the first step. Then once you get to Italy, you'll have to go to the post office to pick it up and pay … [Read more...] about Top 5 Things to Know Before Going to Italy
Tour of the Globe transforms the Morris Center downtown into a global bazaar for an evening, allowing the Missouri State and Springfield communities to experience the diverse cultures represented by our students at Missouri State. Students showcase their home countries with traditional dress, food, dancing, games, art, and more. Key Details What: Tour of the Globe … [Read more...] about Tour of the Globe 2018
Lets jump right in with number 10 10. Start the planning ASAP! Going abroad is not something that you can put off until the last minute like a homework assignment. You have to take into account getting a passport which can take up to six weeks or longer. Waiting to obtain a vaccination or your visa for certain countries can also take up quiet a bit of time. It's good to start … [Read more...] about 10 Things I Wish I had Known Before going Abroad