Study Abroad

Study abroad has always been something I've been interested in. Ever since I was a kid I wanted to go to Germany because that's where my Oma (grandma) is from, recently I just traveled there. So, study abroad seems like a great way to quench my thirst for seeing a new land and getting to learn/experience a new culture. With that said, on September 15th I took the light rail down to the Tempe campus and attended the "Study Abroad Fair."

At this fair I learned the steps one must take in order to come closer to embarking on a once in a lifetime experience. Basically, I have to attend a Study Abroad 101 session (check), browse through the various programs and pick one, meet with a coordinator and then apply for the program. I was also informed of the eligibility requirements which shouldn't be a problem. At the end of this semester I will have over 30 credit hours, so technically if my GPA is high enough I could probablly embark on a study abroad program next semester. But I doubt it, technically I might be eligble but it probablly woudn't happen until I'm actually a sophmore.

However, the costs may put a damper on my study abroad dreams. Although tution costs are the same (basically the same as if I went to ASU) I would have to pay for housing, food, tickets and books. Although their are scholarships available so I might get lucky if I put my mind to it!

I talked to various instructors and students. It was very informative and I found myself more and more wanting to take the risk of flying (I have a serious of phobia of flying and heights) to travel to some far and distant land.

All in all I really loved this passport activity! It was really awesome. I love the idea that I could travel to some distant land full of so much history all under the guise of studying and furthering my education. I really learned a lot and walked away from this activity with a lot of information and sources on Study Abroad programs. I also got a ASU backpack that they mentioned in an email I recieved, so looks like I won't have to waste money on another one!

Kudos to this activity! It was AWESOME and renewed my faith in the Passport Activities that was lost. :)