October 7, 2014Flipping the Script to Investigate Study Abroadby Amanda SturgillI got a chance to see study abroad from the other side of the experience this year, when my family hosted an exchange student from Spain. I felt pretty competent to host someone from another culture – I’ve done short…
September 23, 2014Study Abroad and Off-campus Domestic Study: Part of a Complex Tapestryby Amanda SturgillStudy abroad and off-campus domestic study are popular pursuits at Elon and at many other colleges and universities. And with good reason: The immersion in a novel culture can provide a tipping point that can help with both learning and…
August 5, 2014Study Abroad and Pre-Professional Programsby Amanda Sturgill According to the most recent statistics, nearly 300,000 U. S. students now study abroad, while close to one million students from other nations are studying abroad in the U. S. In an upcoming Center for Engaged Learning…