News from the Office of Connected Learning

Category: Global Initiatives

3 1/2 Weeks in Costa Rica and 3 1/2 Things That I Learned – w/ Isa Thomas

For Isa Thomas, the Study Abroad Program in Costa Rica was a journey of self-discovery, environmental exploration, and meaningful connections. Through overcoming language challenges, experiencing cultural activities, and interacting with locals, she learned about resilience, the importance of savoring every moment, and the value of connections.

October 17, 2024

Reconnecting with my Roots in Cambodia as a Cambodian American – w/ Amanda Sim

Amanda Sim found the cultural connection to her Cambodian American identity through the Study Abroad Program in Cambodia. She forged meaningful connections with locals by practicing her parents’ native language, Khmer, and learned about the spiritual and cultural significance of Buddhism during her visits to various temples.

October 16, 2024

The Media’s Touch on Reality: Jordan – w/ Dan Nguyen

Blown away by the welcoming culture and heartwarming people, Dan Nguyen’s trip with the Study Abroad Program in Jordan gave him a new perspective on this foreign country. He broadened his academic horizons by actively engaging in local activities or lectures and realized the importance of seeking the truth through personal connections and experience.

October 15, 2024

Life is too short to have regrets – w/ Luke Ku

Luke Ku embraced the opportunity to fulfill his dream of visiting Spain after stumbling upon a Study Abroad Program for AI and cybersecurity. The transformative journey expanded his global perspective with diverse activities around the local culture and reignited his passion for Spanish through interacting with his host family.

October 14, 2024

A tale of two cities: navigating study abroad in Sydney and Singapore – w/ Ana Louie

Ana Louie found her passion in international business through a life-changing journey across Sydney and Singapore with the Study Abroad Program. She enjoys the exploration of stunning nature and mouth-watering specialties nationally while gaining hands-on experience in brand marketing and international businesses working with local companies.

September 11, 2024

From Greenwich halls to the streets of London: Learning how to tell time by the Big Ben and navigating my first time traveling to a new country – w/ Miriam Alshammary

Miriam Alshammary talked about how joining the Study Abroad Program to London affected her significantly in embracing challenges and fostering personal growth. Though feeling intimidated by the foreign surroundings, she was able to explore the astonishing places and cultivate her independence while enjoying the amazing journey.

September 4, 2024

Finding my passion in Seoul: a self-growth journey – w/ Angie Turcios

For the purpose of pursuing her passion for K-pop and cultural immersion, Angie Turcios embarked on a three-month Study Abroad journey in Seoul, South Korea. This program provided her with valuable internship experience while helping her grow personally and professionally through various adventures, leaving a distinct experience in her academic path.

September 3, 2024

From Seattle to Seoul: A first-generation Cambodian American’s journey to Independence and Adulthood Abroad in South Korea -w/ Ryan Him

Encouraged by his father and friends, Ryan Him flew across the sea to enroll in the “Summer Korean Studies in Seoul” program at Yonsei University in South Korea. This Study Abroad Program cultivated Him’s self-growth and broadened his global perspectives in business, helping him to return home with a deeper appreciation of his multinational identity.

August 28, 2024