Elaina Binkis '24 Major: Marketing Minor(s): Management with Concentrations in Digital Marketing and Marketing Communication Why did you choose to study abroad during J-term? I found the duration of the j-term program to be ideal for my schedule and commitments. It struck a balance between experiencing a new culture and maintaining my academic progress back home. The course I took resonated deeply with my career aspirations and academic interests. The topics covered were not only intriguing but also directly relevant to my chosen field. I liked how the curriculum was designed to provide practical insights and hands-on experiences that I could apply to my future career endeavors. Where did you study abroad? Describe the culture of your study abroad location. Siena, Italy has a vibrant culture and much history within its walls. Siena is known for its medieval architecture and rich cultural heritage. During my time in Siena, I found the people to be very friendly and foster a strong sense of community. Families and friends enjoy meals at restaurants, cafes, or at home and enjoy each other's company and socialize. Traditions play a significant role in Sienese culture. In the summer time, Siena holds the Palio di Siena, which is a historic horse race held in the Piazza del Campo and attracts thousands of people from all over the world. This tradition connects the city's medieval past and spirit of competition between contradas. What was your favorite cultural tradition that you learned or took part in while you were abroad? During my time abroad, one of the most fascinating cultural traditions I learned about was the Italian approach to coffee consumption. In Italy, it's customary not to have coffee with milk, especially cappuccinos, after 10-11AM. I experienced this firsthand while staying with a host family in Italy. Each morning, they would prepare a stovetop pot of espresso, which became a cherished ritual for me. Even after returning to the US, I've continued this tradition of enjoying espresso in the mornings, reflecting on the wonderful memories of my time in Italy. Did you experience culture shock? I experienced culture shock primarily in relation to meal times. In Siena, dinners typically occurred quite late, around 8 or 9 PM. On my first day, after a long travel day, I was taken aback by the duration of dinner. What kind of classes did you take abroad and tell us a little bit about them. I took one course, Art History: Italian Costume and Fashion. The course consisted of 2 classes taught by two instructors. The first class typically consisted of learning basic Italian vocab and later transitioned to learning different fashion words over the course of the three weeks. The course delved into the evolution of Italian fashion from ancient Rome through contemporary times, exploring influences, societal shifts, cultural significance, visits to museums, and discussions on contemporary trends and the role of media in shaping the fashion industry. What was it like studying in a non-English speaking country? Did you pick up on any words or phrases? During my time in Siena, I relied heavily on Google Translate to overcome the language barrier. Its photo feature, which allows you to point your camera at text and translate into your desired language, helped so much in deciphering street signs and reading menus. One word/phrase that Italians frequently use is 'Allora!' It's an Italian filler word, similar to 'um' in English. The intonation and the way people used it made it my phrase to hear and say during my time there. What did your housing situation look like while you were abroad? I lived with a host family! They reside just outside of the main city walls, about a 20 minute bus ride. I lived with one other Siena student and we each had our own bedrooms with a shared bathroom. SIS provided the students who live a non-walking distance with a free bus pass in order to commute to the school and also city center. Buses stopped at most stops every 10-15 minutes, and there are also taxis that run pretty late which were convenient as well. Let’s talk about the food in Italy! Did you eat any typical Italian dishes? As a lover of Italian cuisine, I eagerly tried various traditional dishes during my time in Siena. Potato pizza, or "pizza con patate," is a unique twist on the classic pizza. Thinly sliced potatoes are layered atop a crispy, golden crust along with a drizzle of olive oil and a sprinkling of rosemary- it's amazing! I was able to try this pizza first in one of the in-class activities that SIS has to offer. The other course being offered was Italian Cuisine: A Historical and Chemical Tour. This course had different tastings that me and the other Art History students were able to participate in as well. After trying it in class, I got it several times at multiple pizzerias in Siena and quickly became one of my favorite foods. I also had the opportunity to learn how to make pasta during a cooking class organized by SIS program and all the students got to participate in it. We made gnocchi, ravioli, and pici! It was a ton of fun. What is one restaurant or café students visiting Siena should go to? Stop at Il Campo located in the Piazza del Campo! It's a great spot to sit outside and enjoy people watching and a tasty meal. Did you travel at all while you were abroad? If so, what was it like? I traveled to Florence for a weekend with friends from the program. The bus ride from Siena to Florence was about 1.5 hours and easy to navigate. I stayed in a hotel near the Duomo for around $100 per night, which included breakfast. The hotel was in the middle of a market selling leather goods and many other souvenirs. In Florence, we spent the day shopping and exploring the city. We had lunch at the Sophia Loren Restaurant Firenze, enjoying authentic Italian cuisine and the charming atmosphere. What skills or knowledge do you feel you gained through studying abroad? Studying abroad helped me become more independent. It taught me how to navigate new situations, make decisions, and adapt to unfamiliar environments on my own. This experience also broadened my cultural awareness and understanding of different perspectives. Overall, it enhanced my ability to thrive in diverse settings. How do you think study abroad will impact your future? My study abroad experience has instilled in me a sense of curiosity, open-mindedness, and appreciation for the richness of global diversity. What advice would you give to any students studying abroad? I HIGHLY recommend doing the j-term program if you are interested in studying abroad, but don't want to or can't commit to doing an entire semester. For students interested in studying abroad, I have a couple of pieces of advice: 1. Consider participating in a J-Term program if you're intrigued by studying abroad but can't commit to a full semester. J-Term programs offer condensed study abroad experiences that can be just as enriching and immersive as longer programs and cost effective. 2. Prioritize learning some basic language skills before your study abroad experience. Having a foundation in the local language can greatly enhance your ability to navigate daily life, interact with locals, and immerse yourself in the culture. Even simple phrases and greetings can go a long way in fostering meaningful connections and making the most of your time abroad. Name one item you absolutely should bring while studying abroad.
Comfortable shoes for walking (especially for the hills in Siena). What is one last thing you’d like to share? Be prepared to be flexible! One memorable experience I had was traveling early in the morning from Siena to the Florence Airport with another student to go back home. Little did we know, we would end up changing trains three times due to unexpected breakdowns. This meant navigating through train stations with two suitcases each, maneuvering up and down stairs, all while everything around us was in Italian. It was a whirlwind of confusion, with moments of frustration turning into laughter as we sprinted to catch our trains. In the end, it was a testament to the unpredictability of travel and the importance of embracing the journey, no matter how chaotic it may seem at the time!
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Hi Everyone, I'm Riley Hausler! I'm a junior Economics major studying abroad in Sydney, Australia! Why did you choose to study abroad? I chose to study abroad because I knew this would be a once in a lifetime opportunity, where I could travel to different places within my host country and abroad, meet new friends, step outside my comfort zone, and try new things I would never be able to experience back home in America. I love to travel, so I knew going abroad was a great opportunity to both travel and continue my academic career. I visited Australia back in 2016 and I immediately fell in love with the country, people, and culture. I always wanted to go back, so I chose Sydney to live here and attend school for an extended stay! I have always wanted to travel around Asia as well, so studying in Australia will give me this opportunity during breaks and long weekends. What was Australia like? I have found Sydney to be a very active, environmentally-friendly, and an outdoors place, which I love. Everyday, you can catch thousands of people relaxing and swimming at our world famous beaches like Bondi Beach, surfing, taking walks, playing with their dogs, and exercising outdoors. The weather here in the summer (Opposite from home) is beautiful, so I fully take advantage of this as well. Sydney is a much bigger city than I thought, but public transportation is so affordable and easy, which is super nice to get to all the places I need and want to go to like university. The food and coffee here is truly incredible. Everything is so fresh. I have never had better coffee in my entire life! What was your favorite cultural tradition you learned or took part in abroad? I loved doing the Bondi to Coogee Coastal Walk throughout my semester in Sydney. This two hour walk down the coast of Sydney goes through many beautiful beaches here. The views of the ocean are incredible! Did you experience culture shock in any way? I did experience culture shock here in Sydney to my surprise. I did not think I would experience this, but I did. The little things like going into the grocery store and not finding the traditional American foods I would normally buy, the different words Australians use, and driving and walking on the opposite side of the world. Small things like these would cause me confusion and surprise. What types of classes did you take while you were abroad? Which one did you like the most? I took three introduction level classes here at UNSW Sydney, but to my surprise, they are quite challenging. I am taking global development, social perspectives in education, and human geography. They are all very interesting, but I must put in a lot of work. There are only 2-3 assignments for each class, so they are weighted very heavily, which was very stressful for me. That is a major difference. Also, professors in Australia are not as easily accessible like professors at Siena and there are no office hours. We have 1 lecture a week and 1 tutorial, which are small group discussions with a tutor (Or TA as we call it). The tutors do our grading, not professors. I really like my education class the best because I get to learn about the Australian school system through a sociological perspective and it is interesting to compare Australia and the USA. Are you panning to Travel during your stay abroad? If so, how will you navigate expenses and planning the trips? I have planned two international trips from Sydney. I will be going to Thailand and doing the cities of Bangkok and Phuket. I am also going to Queenstown , New Zealand! I am also traveling around Australia as well. I went to Cairns, Australia where I took a trip and swam at the Great Barrier Reef. I am going to Mildura, Australia as well to visit family friends for Easter, this is about a two hour flight from Sydney. I am going to the Blue Mountains, which is like our version of the Grand Canyon. I might be going to Port Stephens, two hours north of Sydney, to swim with wild dolphins! I am traveling with friends and never alone. My friends and I researched and budgeted our travels, so it was easy to keep track of and plan. I have found it pretty expensive to travel here just because of Australia’s location. Even in Australia, flights are more on the expensive side. What did you learn about yourself through study abroad? So far, I learned that I am capable of doing lots on my own, more than I thought I could. I was very afraid of traveling across the world on my own, but I was totally prepared. I can manage a lot on my own and I have gained so much independence while being here. I enjoy spending time alone as well. I learned how important it is to take up every opportunity I can. Every trip or travel experience I could go to, I took. I wanted to make the most of my abroad experience, so I traveled as much as I could. What advice would you give to students interested in studying abroad? Do it! It may be really scary and stressful at first moving away from where you are comfortable and where your family is, but it is so worth it! Honestly, the first few days, I was very scared and sad and regretted my decision. After a week or so, I was much more settled in and began appreciating Sydney and why I was here. It is 100% worth it to step outside your comfort zone and travel! You may never get an experience like this, so it’s wise to do it now! Research countries where you are thinking about studying abroad and look into what you want to do in these places. Sean Collings '24 |
Describe your study abroad experience in Five Words. A very unique life experience Why did you choose to study abroad? How / why did you select your particular study abroad program or location? UCC offered the most relevant courses that would transfer back to Siena well. I wanted to study abroad because all of my friends that I would live with graduated and I didn't want to live with new people. Describe the culture of your study abroad location. Think of the people, the size of the city / town, traditions, music, daily life, etc. Cork was very lively in certain areas, peaceful and friendly. Lots of Thursday jazz and a pub every other storefront. It felt like a really nice place to retire. What was your favorite cultural tradition you learned or took part in abroad? This could be a daily habit, social activity, holiday, etc. Walking and cooking lamb. Did you experience culture shock? In what ways? When I first got there I didn't eat and was afraid to buy things for the apartment. It took me about two weeks to get into a grocery shopping habit and understand how to sustain myself. Name a restaurant / café that any student should visit if they study abroad on your host city. Room 115 for jazz night on Thursdays! Describe your travel experiences. How much did you travel in your host country or surrounding countries? Did you go alone or with friends? How did you plan out your travels, and was this easy or difficult, cheap or expensive? What was your favorite place you traveled to? I went to one new country a month! They were all very affordable, especially through Ryanair. In Edinburgh, Scotland I stayed at a hostel with my friend Sean where we met two guys from Australia and New Zealand! In November me and 3 of my other friends went to Belgium and stayed in an incredible Airbnb. Finally, we got all the guys together to do a big Italian road-trip, staying in 3 different Airbnb's. All of this was incredibly affordable divided among 5 people. Italy was the greatest, most wild experience ever. I can't even begin to describe how amazing it was; I don't think I have fully processed it yet. | Describe your academic coursework abroad. What types of classes did you take? What was your favorite class, and why? How were the classes different from Siena? Early start archaeology allowed me to travel around Ireland and see the most amazing things. I also took finance, which was terribly difficult and the courses were much different. Final exams were 100% of the final grade, no attendance and no help labs. Describe your housing abroad. Did you live in a residence hall, a shared apartment, or with a host family? I lived in an apartment complex partnered with UCC. It had a large shared kitchen and living space which was great for Thanksgiving and watching football on Sundays. However, we all had our own rooms with private bathrooms. Personally, I lived with 6 girls, 4 of which were from China, 1 from France, and 1 from Ireland. It was a little strange that I had randomly gotten placed with them, but I made good friends with Zoe from France and Katie from Ireland! All but Katie were doing their first year as international exchange students, so Katie was really helpful in navigating Cork and UCC. Describe the food in your study abroad host country. What was your favorite dish? What was the most unusual thing you ate? I didn't go out for food much, mostly because it was very expensive. During my last week there I finally decided to get a spice bag, which is a popular fast food dish consisting of chicken, fries, lots of different seasonings, onions and so much more. The most unusual thing I ate was liver, which I made for dinner after a long day of flying back from Italy. |
Life is short, so appreciate everything that happens during it and money management.
What advice would you give to students interested in studying abroad?
This could be anything! Think about what resources you should use to identify your study abroad location, what you should do while abroad, how to budget yourself abroad, what to pack, etc.
What is one item every student should bring with them when they study abroad?
A camera if you have one!
I mentally prepared myself to consume an abnormal amount of carbs before embarking on my three-week adventure to Siena, Italy. My prior knowledge of Italian food was limited to pizza, pasta, and paninis. I knew to say “delizioso” and to throw around the typical Italian pinched-fingers hand gesture, yet that was the extent of my Italian expertise. My Americanized perspective of Italian culture prompted inevitable culture shock, as my host family did not use the hand gesture as often as I was expecting. Not to mention, there were not as many mustaches as I had hoped for. Perhaps I had played too much Super Mario Bros. in my youth. Upon my arrival, I was looking forward to ending my 32-hour wakefulness streak in some nice Italian linen bed sheets. However, my host family kindly prepared a four-course meal, which I was willing to delay my slumber for (reluctantly). Fighting back the urge to fall asleep at the table, I began to eat the chickpea broth and homemade croutons Marcello and Anna had prepared. Suddenly, I was filled with adrenaline, knowing that I would be eating well for the next few weeks. My insane passion for all things culinary and gastronomy had been tapped at that moment, as I felt like Remy the rat when he first tasted the delectable strawberry and cheese combo. After the soup course, I was served a salad of cauliflower, fennel, potatoes, and radicchio. My host mother, Anna, ensured there was no shortage of olive oil (or liquid gold) on my salad. Back home, this would have been a questionable amount of olive oil, and I was somewhat apprehensive. Every glug that exited the bottle made me a tad more uneasy. Yet, here in Italy, I could have drank a bottle of oil and felt great, hence why I was willing to risk my luggage being overweight with multiple bottles of oil. I was next presented with a fruit basket filled with fresh clementines, apples, and bananas. I picked a clementine, relieved I was not offered to douse it in olive oil. Finally, dessert was last. Anna baked a panforte, which I had learned through our Google Translate conversation, is her favorite dessert. Despite that, the next events that unfolded contradicted her statement about her favorite dessert. I was unsure if my record-breaking wakefulness streak had me hallucinating, but both my host parents were eating the parchment paper the cake was on, instead of the cake. Was I supposed to be eating the paper? Was the paper the dessert instead of the cake? Should I go to bed? I should. These questions were circling my mind, but I made sure not to let my internal confusion show outwardly. I used my critical thinking skills and decided to cut a slice of the panforte, sighing with relief when my parents did not judge. I made a good call on that one, as the panforte was unlike anything I'd ever eaten before, similar to the chickpea broth. After the ever-so-dramatic dinner, I slept like a baby, letting my anxious mind rest as I had a whole new adventure ahead of me, called breakfast. “Buongiorno!” was yelled at me, to which my instinctive reaction was to smile and give a thumbs-up. Secretly opening Google Translate, I learned buongiorno means “good morning” and not “why didn’t you eat the parchment paper last night?” Phew… I should also mention that upon further research, the parchment used in Italy is rice paper, completely edible. Breakfast consisted of a lot of small items that I could pick at with no rush. This included a spread of hazelnuts, walnuts, clementines, bananas, fresh bread, homemade prune marmalade, cavallucci cookies, tea, and espresso. These tapas fascinated me, as I’ve never considered a small-plates concept for just an individual. The cavallucci cookies that Anna had baked were not too sweet, and were delicious dipped in the espresso. This is a traditional Italian cookie with dried fruit and walnuts, dusted in powdered sugar. I asked Anna for the specific ingredients of the cookies, as I’d love to replicate them at home. To my surprise, Anna communicated that the cookies contained one ingredient that shocked me more than the plethora of olive oil, and more than the edible parchment paper… seahorses… I smiled at my phone, as our conversation was through the translator. I asked for some clarification, as I was unaware that Italy’s vast seafood scene had expanded to include seahorses. We both shared a good laugh, as Anna explained to me that “cavallucci” directly translates to “little horses,” which may have confused the robot. Once again relieved, I ate my cookies in peace before heading to school. Over the course of the next few weeks, I took a course called “Italian Cuisine: A Historical and Chemical Tour” that thoroughly explored Italian gastronomy and paid specific attention to the Mediterranean diet. We also took a cooking class, where we learned how to make ravioli, gnocchi, and pici pasta—this was a highlight of the trip, as I find this type of intensive, manual cooking to be therapeutic. Although the classroom taught us valuable knowledge, the person I learned the most from was Anna. She taught me how to whip up the perfect polenta, showed me the potential of fennel, and always had love as the first ingredient. Siena, with its steep hills, windy alleys, and many pettable dogs, has been the perfect prelude to my journey as a culinary student. I left with a suitcase heavier with bottles of olive oil, but even more so, with a heart full of gratitude and a soul inspired to explore the world of gastronomy. Although we did not speak the same language, we found commonality in food, as I was able to understand and appreciate the cultural roots of their cuisine. Grazie mille, Anna e Marcello, for not just feeding me, but also my dreams. |
Major: Psychology
Minor: Criminal Justice and Forensics
Study Abroad: Danish Institute for Study Abroad (DIS), Stockholm
Describe your study abroad experience in five words. Shocking, Inspirational, Thrilling, Loved and Adventurous Why did you choose to study abroad? How/Why did you select your study abroad program or location? I saw DIS was one of the few programs that had travel week which I thought would be an amazing opportunity to travel but also travel with my peers to other places and learn. I wanted an adventure in my life and a new change. I wanted to experience other countries' education and cultures. |
Describe the culture of Sweden. What kind of things stick out the most in Stockholm? Sweden is a very large area with almost 11 million people. They have traditions like FIKA which is a small coffee and snack break with friends. Every Saturday you must get candy!!! We love candy here. They are very known for their popular music so of course there’s a museum for it. You travel by train and bus every day and it’s always on time. You don’t talk much to others when traveling because it’s personal time but never be loud. Swedes hate change and noise… I admire the hating of noise since I like some quiet time too, especially being from NY. Did you experience culture shock? If so, how did you overcome it? I hated my first few days. I missed my friends and family and felt like I had made a big mistake. But, as my hall mates and I got closer it felt like I got another family here. We all eat together and go out and I'm never alone. Now, I feel like this is the best choice I've ever made and I would like to travel and do this again. |
How did you navigate the language barrier and what is your favorite word or phrase in Swedish? They speak English but they always speak Swedish unless you ask for English. It’s hard. You feel like they will know you're American but that’s not always bad. They are very understanding and helpful. I love the word lagom which means not too much and not too little. How do you like to spend your days when you don’t have lessons? I’ve gone thrifting with other students and it was nice because we all bonded over finding good fashion items. There’s also a cat café in Stockholm called Cafe Whiskers and I love it, any student visiting should go. I haven’t traveled yet but I’m going to Greece soon and I think it’ll be worth it because everything is so much cheaper here. What is one piece of advice you’d give to students who haven’t quite decided whether or not to Study abroad? Go for it! I loved Stockholm. I saw the northern lights and that was a once in a lifetime event. Make sure you don’t spend all of your money and keep some aside for trips. NEVER OVER PACK, but don’t forget your boots! |
Here are some New Years Eve Traditions that you can try at home!
Wearing White (Brazil)
Ring a bell 108 times (Japan)
Hang Onions on the Doors (Greece)
Find 12 Round Fruits (Philippines)
Watch British Comedy (Germany)
Walk a Suitcase around the Block (Latin America)
Eat a Dozen Grapes (Spain)
North America
Canada loves to dress up for Christmas! They have a tradition called "mummering" or "jannying" where people would dress up and knock on doors. If they were let in, people would sing and dance, enjoying Christmas cake and a cup of something nice.
Another tradition is what is called "Belsnickeling." People dress up as funny Santas, going from house to house until the home owners can guess who the dressed up people are. Sometimes, the Belsnicklers brought instruments and sang. They too got Christmas cake or cookies.
Mexico
On December 23rd, there is "Noche de Rabanos" (the A in Rabanos is accented) or the Night of the Radishes in Oaxaca, Mexico. The are ravish carving competition with all different categories. Prizes are given out. There are radishes grown especially for Noche Rabanos that are extra large. These radishes have re skin and flesh so when they are carved, their are clear differences. They harvested around the 18th of December so that they are ready for the festivities.
South America
This entry for Brazil is a little bit different. Here are some Christmas fun facts:
In Brazil, they call Santa Claus "Papai Noel" and "Bom Velhinho" (Good Old Man).
For Brazil, Christmas takes place in the summer, so many people like to go to the beach during Christmas.
Sometimes if Papai Noel finds the childrens' socks near the window, he will swap them for gifts.
Most popular Christmas Song: "Noite Feliz" (Silent Night)
Argentina
The main Christmas festivities happen at night in Argentina. The main meal is dinner late at night on Christmas Eve. Argentinians celebrate at midnight with fireworks. Dessert can include bread and puddings (Pan Dulce) and Panettone or fruit salads, ice cream, and different kinds of pies. Lots of sweets are included, like chocolate raisins, sugar-coated peanuts or almonds, "mantecol" ( a semi-soft nougat made from peanut butter) and different kinds of "turron" (hard nougat). They may end the night releasing "globos" which are a lot like Chinese lanterns.
Europe
The United Kingdom has many similarities to the US of how they celebrate Christmas. But there are some changes and differences, regardless of how small. Instead of leaving cookies and milk for Santa on Christmas eve, Kids in the United Kingdom will often leave mince pies and brandy for Santa, instead of milk and cookies.
Like the US, people in the UK will also write letters to Santa. But instead of mailing the letters like people in the US, they may burn them so that the draught carries the letter up the chimney to Santa and he reads the smoke insead.
Fun fact: The Christmas meal in the UK is not typically a ham, but a turkey!
Poland
Africa
People in Ghana celebrate Christmas from December 20th to the first week of January. There are many different traditions all throughout the country. Fun fact, as Christmas is going on, so is the start of the cocoa harvest. This is a big deal for Ghana because they are second largest cocoa producer in the world! Christmas is also a time to dress in colorful cultural clothes and ear traditional food like stew or okra soup, porridge and meats, or rice and yam paste or "fufu."
Zambia
Fun Fact: On Christmas day in Zambia, the parents and children actually split up. The adults go to one house and party and eat and the kids go to another!
Asia
In China, Christmas trees are not as common as they are in the US. Most people do not have a Christmas tree. If they do, they are plastic and decorated with paper chains, paper flowers, and paper lanterns. Instead of calling it a Christmas tree, it may be called a tree of light.
One tradition that is gaining popularity in China is to give apples to one another. This is because the translation of what they call Christmas eve is "peaceful" or "quiet" evening, which is translated from the Christmas carol "Silent Night." It is a play on words because the word app in Mandarin sounds a lot like the word for peace.
Indonesia
Cookies are also a popular Christmas tradition in Indonesia, however the cookies may look a little different. Some popular cookies are "Nastar" cookies (butter cookie with pineapple jam filling), "Kastengel" cheese cookies and "Putri Salju" or "Snow White" cookies which are butter cookies powdered with sugar and cheese.
Australia
In Australia, they also decorate with trees, but not with the typical Christmas tree used in the US. They decorate their houses with "Christmas Bushes" which are native trees with small green leaves and cream colored flowers. During Christmas time, the flowers are a deep, shiny red.
Decorating with trees for Christmas is incredibly popular because another tree that is commonly used is the jacaranda. It has blue and purple flowers.
New Zealand
Kiwi also use trees but there's is special. The kiwis call their trees the Pohutukawa (the O is accented). These are very large trees and have bright red flowers and feature Christmas cards. The Pohutukawa is also important to the Maori culture as well.
For lunch, many New Zealanders have barbecue for Christmas lunch. The barbecue includes ham, venison, and other exotic meats, and sea food. After, they may enjoy popular cold desserts like pavlova and whipped cream, cold fruit salad, jelly and ice cream.
International Travel Courses
BELGIUM, LUXEMBOURG & NETHERLANDS: INTERNATIONAL & REGIONAL ORGANIZATIONS
ENGLAND & NETHERLANDS: INTERNATIONAL ACCOUNTING
IRELAND: IRISH IDENTITY
ITALY, FRANCE & SPAIN: SPORT IN SOCIETY
POLAND: TRAUMA AND DESIGN
J-Term
CENTER FOR GLOBAL EDUATION & EXPERIENC (CUERNAVACA, MEXICO)
SIENA ITALIAN STUDIES (SIENA, ITALY)
UNIVERSIY OF NEW YORK IN PRAGUE (PRAGUE, CZECH REPUBLIC)
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"May-mester" and Summer Abroad
AMERICAN COLLEGE OF NORWAY (MOSS, NORWAY)
CGEE LANGUAGE & CULTURE (CURNAVACA, MEXICO)
COLLEGE YEAR IN ATHENS (CYA) (ATHENS, GREECE)
FREIE UNIVERSITAT (BERLIN, GERMANY)
SIENA ITALIAN STUDIES (SIENA, ITALY)
QUEEN'S UNIVERSITY BELFAST (BELFAST, NORTHERN IRELAND)
STUDY IN PORTUGAL NETWORK (SiPN) (LISBON & AZORES ISLANDS, PORTUGAL)
UNIVERSITY OF NEW YORK IN PRAGUE (PRAGUE, CZECH REPUBLIC
UNIVERSITY OF ROEHAMPTON (LONDON, ENGLAND)
YONSEI UNIVERSITY (SEOUL, SOUTH KOREA)
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