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Library: Students ban bottled water

November 17, 2010

We caught sight of an article Dr. Paige Schneider, co-director of Pirates Abroad programs, posted on her Facebook wall and had to share it with everyone. The New York Times article “Banning the Bottle” states 86 percent of plastic water bottles end up as garbage in the United States. That’s quite a daunting fact, especially considering all the other ugly…

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News Brief: Clemson lists their study abroad top ten

November 11, 2010

Recognizing the abundance of merits of study abroad can reinforce its importance. Our partner Clemson University recently released their study abroad catalog, which includes their Study Abroad Top Ten list. Here are study abroad’s top qualities, according to Clemson’s Office of International Affairs: 10. Expand your horizons 9. Explore new cultures & places 8. Gain new perspectives 7. Make new…

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Library: YouTube video series addresses health and safety

October 25, 2010

Getting ready to study or travel abroad in the South Pacific? Are you – or your parents – concerned about your health and well-being? Fortunately, the South Pacific is a relatively safe travel destination, according to the Global Peace Index (GPI), New Zealand is your best bet for a risk-free destination. However, even seasoned travelers will undoubtedly experience something new….

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Library: Rough Guides offer destination insight

October 15, 2010

When planning your upcoming trip, browsing the multitude of guidebooks online or crowding Borders’ shelves can be quite a daunting sight. Well, we recently grabbed some copies of Rough Guides and are impressed with the easy to use content. The introductory “colour” section provides an overall feeling for the country and its offerings. For the first-time visitor to the country,…

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News Brief: 2010 Photo contest winners announced

October 14, 2010

After serious deliberation, the votes are in. Thank you to all our alumni who entered a photo in the 2010 Photo Contest: It’s the Ultimate Fieldtrip! With our panel of judges having multiple favorites, picking the winning photos was no easy task. From an Aboriginal dancer to a Virginia Tech student jumping over his classmates, the photos literally caught all…

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Library: Let’s Go guides focus on student travel

September 29, 2010

From the penmanship of Harvard undergraduates, the Let’s Go travel guides highlight accommodations, food, sights, entertainment and nightlife specifically tailored to students. If you’re on a budget, then the cheap eats and hotels will be a help in your travels. With chapters divided by roadtrips, you can flip to a section for the Deep South and read suggestions for Raleigh…

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Postcard: SUNY fairs cover New York statewide

September 27, 2010

From Fredonia on the banks of Lake Erie to our partner at Brockport and from Oswego on the banks of Lake Ontario to Plattsburgh in northeast Upstate New York and to multiple places in between, Eleanor traveled over 1,500 miles in the past two weeks to State University of New York study abroad fairs. Catching up with our partners and…

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Shoestring Budget: Bus travel reduces transportation costs

September 23, 2010

When traveling around a country, bus travel can significantly reduce your transportation costs in comparison to flights. So long as you aren’t on a tight schedule, then buses offer low fares and the ability to see the passing areas. Students on our Australia programs have had positive experiences on Oz Experience hop on hop off buses, as New Zealand participants…

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News Brief: Earthquake shakes New Zealand

September 6, 2010

At 4:35 a.m. Saturday morning, Christchurch was struck by the most devastating earthquake it has witnessed since 1931. Of the damage caused in the city center by the earthquake and its many aftershocks, approximately 90 buildings suffered significant damage and many of them will probably have to be knocked down, according to Prime Minister John Key. An overnight curfew has…

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