AUIP BLOG

Student Perspective: Through a Snowy Lens by Kennedy Fast, Washington State University

Kennedy reflects on how their experience abroad shaped their mindset. They write as follows: I think it fitting to...

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

One of the best parts of the day is the outings! You’ll know what you’re doing because each evening...

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

Emma shares some of her favorite photos from her time studying Human Impacts on the Environment in Australia in...

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

Allie reflects on what she learnt and gives advice that might help future students in New Zealand, she writes:...

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

Amina reflects on her study abroad experience and how her digital camera helped her capture the unforgettable beauty of...
Antarctica, Field Notes, Inspiration, Marketing Interns, Postcard, Snapshot, Stories, Student Perspective, Travel
Student Perspective: Through a Snowy Lens by Kennedy Fast, Washington State University
Antarctica, Field Notes, Inspiration, Marketing Interns, Postcard, Snapshot, Stories, Student Perspective, Travel
Student Perspective: A Day on the M/V Ushuaia by Kennedy Fast, Washington State University
Australia, Customized Program, Field Notes, Marketing Interns, Student Perspective, Travel
Student Perspective: Study Abroad With Me in Australia! - by Emma Royce, The Ohio State University
Customized Program, Field Notes, Inspiration, Marketing Interns, New Zealand, Postcard, Snapshot, Stories, Student Perspective, Travel
Student Perspective: What I Wish I Knew Before Studying Abroad by Allie Thompson, Baylor University
Customized Program, Field Notes, Inspiration, Marketing Interns, New Zealand, Postcard, Snapshot, Student Perspective, Suitcase, Travel
Student Perspective: Auckland Through My Digital Lens by Amina Williams, University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill
Suitcase

Suitcase: mPassport application provides international medical information

A major concern for students and students’ parents about studying abroad is health and safety. Thus understandably, when a student becomes sick on a program, they’re usually nervous about the healthcare available. Our programs study in relatively developed area and all within easy access to emergency care. However, when you’re traveling alone or in an underdeveloped country, finding doctors and…

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Australia: North Queensland, Australia: Northern Territory, Australia: South Queensland, Australia: Sydney, What Next

What Next: Australian-American public policy scholarship offers up to A$140,000

Ready to further your undergraduate degree? Want to accomplish it Down Under with a master’s program? Well, the Anne Wexler Australian-American Public Policy Scholarship enables a U.S. citizen to enroll in an Australian master’s degree program in public policy. The scholarship will be awarded for a maximum two-year period and valued at up to A$140,000. The scholarship is aimed at…

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Antarctica, News Brief

News Brief: Brockport still accepting Antarctica applications

It’s hotter than hot right now across much of the States. So, naturally you’re craving the AC, right? Or maybe already dreaming of snow and frost on the ground come December? Well, lucky for you, The College at Brockport within the State University of New York system is still accepting applications for the Antarctica program. Students from Brockport will travel…

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Australia: North Queensland, Postcard

Postcard: North Queensland program creates new friendships

In order to improve our logistics, relationships with faculty and providers, marketing and overall program quality, our staff members from time to time accompany a university on their program. During the past three and half weeks, both Donna and Eleanor from our team had the opportunity to spend time with the Virginia Tech and Brockport State University of New York…

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News Brief

News Brief: Study abroad improves academic performance

Research from the past ten years has been compiled to show that students who study abroad have improved academic performance, higher graduation rates and improved knowledge of cultural practices and context upon returning to their home campus compared to students in control groups. The findings from the Georgia  Learning Outcomes of Students Studying Abroad Research Initiative, GLOSSARI, compared graduation rates and grade point averages…

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Field Notes, Fiji

Field Notes: Rivers Fiji day trip exposes students to remote village and river kayaking

Jam-packed with activities, the Fiji program constantly has students on the go learning. One of these activities is a day trip to a remote highlands village and a kayaking trip down the Luva River with Rivers Fiji. Driving up into the highlands, our group stops in Nakavika Village, which 500 to 600 people call home. Homes and meeting halls, pictured…

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