Traveling Abroad Essay

Growing up in a border city in the state of Texas is like living in a foreign country when compared to capital cities, or small towns rich in cattle and agriculture scattered across the nation. Being able to go from one country to another, the United States and Mexico, within minutes has given me a unique way of understanding and be able to adapt to the two different cultures at the same time. Being born in Mexico, and having to move to the US at a young age wasn’t a huge culture shock. Giving…

This particular study abroad program encompasses so much of the history and craft that goes into my major. As an artist of the theatre, I need to be aware of the historical significance of theatre and the stories that have been written. Seeing, reading, and visiting monuments and plays will make the history that I’ve learned in class tangible. Attending productions will further allow my creativity as an artist to flourish with diverse genres of theatre that will be available on the trip.…

Rinehart-Darkatsch Scholarship for International Study in Education Application Essay “One’s destination is never a place but a new way of seeing things.” This quote may seem cliché, however, it directly distinguishes the purpose of studying abroad for me. I will study abroad in Seville, Spain for the fall 2016 semester and possibly a portion of the summer. While in Spain, I will have opportunities to see new and interesting places and improve my Spanish language skills, more importantly,…

to America from their study abroad program to Senegal Africa both had visited the hospital for lesions on their persons. Patient 1: A 20-year-old male presented to the emergency department with painful, pruritic, tender red lumps on the bilateral legs of 1 week’s duration. The lesions had developed 1 week after returning from a month long trip to Senegal with a volunteer youth group. He did not recall enduring any sort of painful insect bites or illnesses while traveling in Africa and only…

(Peppers, 2013). Studying abroad, preferably starting as early as kindergarten, will expose students to other cultures, different languages, and provide students a more enhanced view of the world through a different lense. An article published by the Huffington post and written by Carol Carter stated, “[Lack of exposure and language barriers]” as two of the top reason that low income students are not succeeding in school (Carter, 2013). It has shown true that studying abroad not only gives…

“easily drawn to foreign loyalties.” America is trying to prevent globalization in education by favoring American history in education. America is tied to foreign loyalties because Americans are easily influenced by foreign culture. When students study abroad, there is a possibility that the student will pick…

and those who do not travel read only a page.” All travel has its advantages. By traveling to study abroad, one will experience a brand-new country with incredible new outlooks, customs and activities. For, instance, Students coming to Portland might be interested to visit the MT. Hood and Metro Washington Park Zoo. Another advantages of studying abroad is Career benefits. When students finish their study abroad program and return home, they will return with a new perspective on culture,…

Whitewater’s partnership program with Australia’s Deakin University is something I have been looking forward to since the summer before my freshman year. This amazing program is the main reason I chose to attend Whitewater. I had looked into similar programs at other universities, but this one really stood out to me as the most beneficial and fulfilling. Ever since I was little, I have always had a passion for exploring and adventure. Learning new things excited me, and I found that new…

Senator Dean Heller, I realized I wanted to be a Foreign Officer but could not decide on what cone of emphasize to sign up for. Through him I was able to understand that I enjoy helping people resolve their issues, but I had a strong desire to be abroad. I believe many of the skills I have gained in this current job with Senator Dean Heller will transfer perfectly to this job, because I have been working with this part of immigration and handling with State Department since the first day I…

her son, John Quincy Adams, while he is traveling overseas, it is very evident that persuasion can be a very delicate but powerful tool. Throughout her letter, she outlines a standard that her son must live up to while also reminding him of the benefits that come with the trip as well. Abigail Adams skillfully uses her motherly influence to instill ideas in her son that ultimately convinced him of the valuable experiences that he will gain on his journey abroad. Abigail Adams opens her letter by…