This will inevitably
be one of the most exciting times in your life as a student.
Study abroad is a time filled with learning, observing, practicing
new skills, and making new relationships, some adventure and
quiet moments of personal development. This handbook should serve
as a reference tool to prepare you for your upcoming study abroad
experience. This guide should help you explore issues such as
credit transfer, passport application, culture shock and encourage
you to do some preparation for living in the area of the world
in which you will be a guest. This handbook is not a substitute
for your own research about your host country.
Plan to make the
most of your study abroad experience! Have a great adventure;
make it a positive and rewarding experience! Characteristics
that play a vital role in your success abroad are: patience,
flexibility, adaptability, sense of responsibility, and perhaps
most importantly, a sense of humor. Avoid rigid ideas of "right" and "wrong" ways
to do things. You will most likely find a new perspective of
yourself and the world.
I challenge you to be good will ambassadors and actively participate
in improving international relations whether in the classroom
or on a train, in a resturaunt or with new friends. Take every
opportunity to open your mind to new experiences, customs and
people. Remember?. you are a guest in another country thus
the utmost respect and appreciation should be evident.
Be sure
to have some fun, be safe, and learn a lot!
The Study Abroad
Team at the International Studies Office
