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Student, Kennedy Fast, on one of the Zodiac day excursions with rocky cliff face behind
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Student Perspective: Through a Snowy Lens by Kennedy Fast, Washington State University

February 27, 2026

Kennedy reflects on how their experience abroad shaped their mindset. They write as follows: I think it fitting to introduce myself when discussing how this study abroad changed my worldview and career goals. My name is Kennedy Fast and I am a graduating senior earning a B.S. in Wildlife Ecology and Conservation. Throughout my undergraduate experience, I have been able…

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Student Perspective: A Day on the M/V Ushuaia by Kennedy Fast, Washington State University

February 24, 2026

One of the best parts of the day is the outings! You’ll know what you’re doing because each evening there is a compulsory briefing where the ship staff explain the schedule for the next day, from wake-up times, weather forecasts, where you’ll be going, and what you’ll be doing, and timeframes for everything else you need to know. At your…

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Student Perspective: Study Abroad With Me in Australia! – by Emma Royce, The Ohio State University

December 24, 2025

Emma shares some of her favorite photos from her time studying Human Impacts on the Environment in Australia in the summer of 2024. She writes: My name is Emma Royce and I am currently a senior at The Ohio State University studying environmental policy with a specialization in environmental and social justice. I studied abroad in Australia in the summer…

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Student Perspective: What I Wish I Knew Before Studying Abroad by Allie Thompson, Baylor University

July 17, 2025

Allie reflects on what she learnt and gives advice that might help future students in New Zealand, she writes: Hey there! I’m Allie Thompson and I went to New Zealand with Baylor University in Summer 2024. It was incredible and even though it has been over a year I am STILL thinking about all the ways it impacted me. However,…

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Student Perspective: Auckland Through My Digital Lens by Amina Williams, University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill

June 16, 2025

Amina reflects on her study abroad experience and how her digital camera helped her capture the unforgettable beauty of New Zealand. She writes: Before leaving for New Zealand, I decided to gift myself a digital camera. I had been wanting one for a while, and the timing just felt right. Once I arrived in Auckland, I realized how perfect that…

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Student Perspective: A Day in the Life – Studying Film and Literature in New Zealand by Allie Thompson, Baylor University

June 12, 2025

Allie takes us along for a day on her study abroad program in New Zealand, she writes: In the summer of 2024, I traded Texas heat for New Zealand’s crisp coastal air, joining a group of Baylor University students for the adventure of a lifetime. Here’s a snapshot of one day that sums up the magic of studying abroad in…

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Student Perspective: Ways to absorb and remember your new environments – by Ava Geltinger, Virginia Tech

June 6, 2025

Ava talks about her experience documenting her study abroad, she writes: When I was planning my trip abroad, I was worried that the precious moments might slip away from me when I returned home. With my memory like that of a goldfish, I came up with a plan to make sure I remember all of the amazing experiences in Tasmania…

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Student Perspective: A Day in my Life on an Antarctic Expedition – by Dory Raterman, Virginia Tech

January 29, 2025

Dory takes you along on a day in her life aboard the Ocean Victory as it makes its way around the Antarctic peninsula. She writes: Hi! My name is Dory Raterman, and I am a student studying both Wildlife Conservation and Marine Fish Conservation at Virginia Polytechnical Institute and State University. In January 2024, I had the incredible opportunity to…

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Student Perspective: Environmental challenges and diversity in communities – by Acacia Rhodes, The Ohio State University

January 9, 2025

Acacia shares their greatest academic achievements and personal developments while studying in Australia in the summer of 2024. They write: Having been raised by a single parent, I never thought I would be able to have an opportunity to study abroad. Through hard work and determination, I was able to secure scholarships to support my academic travel. Through the experience,…

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Student Perspective: Exploring conservation and culture in Australia – by Ava Geltinger, Virginia Tech

January 1, 2025

Ava talks about the experience of studying abroad in Australia in the summer of 2024. She writes: Hi everyone! My name is Ava, and I am a current junior at Virginia Tech, majoring in wildlife conservation and minoring in GIS. I am passionate about all forms of conservation, and I am always eager to learn something new. My parents nurtured…

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