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The opinions expressed in this article are the writer’s own and do not reflect the views of Her Campus. This article is written by a student writer from the Her Campus at Illinois State chapter.I am not sure why society has created the idea that traveling and preparing for traveling should be stressful or anxiety fueled. I know I am not the only person who grew up with a father who was automatically on edge by simply hearing the term “airport”. Despite this idea and what others may have to say, I am here to put both to rest. When…
Article by Grace Kearns Photos courtesy of Samuel Benjamin, Leah Faulhaber and Sam Namit December 22, 2023 One hundred years ago, the University of Delaware community bid “bon voyage” to Professor Raymond Kirkbride and the country’s first-ever study abroad cohort as they set sail for a year-long excursion to France. This experimental program paved the way for the education abroad opportunities that tens of thousands of Blue Hens have taken advantage of over the past century. To commemorate this milestone anniversary, the University of Delaware, with leadership from UD’s Center for Global Programs and Services (CGPS), hosted several celebrations throughout…
32 The holidays are coming near, and it seems that more Americans are considering celebrating in a special way this year. According to new data, more than 45 percent of Americans are thinking about taking a single vacation instead of participating in customary holiday celebrations. A survey of 2,000 Americans conducted by OnePoll on behalf of Apple Vacations shed light on the evolving travel plans and preferences for this holiday season. Holiday travel on the rise The study found that a significant 63% of respondents plan to travel during the holiday season this year, marking a notable increase from the…
This city is often called the cultural melting pot, bustling with the richness of art, cafés, music, and a smooth public transport system; students love its vibe. It is home to the prestigious University of Melbourne and Monash University, a perfect meeting and thriving ground for young, aspiring scholars and ambitious professionals. Source link
This article is written by a student writer from the Her Campus at MSU chapter.Maggie Johnson, a sophomore at Michigan State University, would recommend any student, if they can, to take the opportunity to study abroad.“It’s just an experience that no one can really take away from you,” she said.Johnson is a sophomore at MSU who studied in Iceland as a part of the First-Year Seminar Abroad. This is an opportunity for incoming freshmen to gain college credit before starting classes in the fall.According to U.S. News & World Report, MSU’s study abroad program ranks No. 8 in the top…
Studying abroad in Prato, Italy, has been a “journey of self-discovery” for many students, as they explore a new culture, connect with the local community, while also getting to know themselves better. December 21, 2023 By Dora Crespo ’26, Nick Pavelko ’26, Bridgette Skelly ’27, Julian Schrock ’27, Samuel Albrecht ’26, and Chloe Carroll ’26 The University’s campus in Prato, Italy. Since it was established more than 10 years ago, the University’s satellite campus in Prato, Italy, has provided nearly 1,500 students of various majors an immersive cultural experience. Visiting the campus in the heart of Tuscany has enabled students…
H-1B status is a non-immigrant visa category in the United States that allows employers to hire foreign workers in specialized occupations, typically requiring a bachelor’s degree or higher. It enables foreign professionals to work temporarily in the U.S. for the sponsoring employer and is often used in fields such as technology, science, engineering, and healthcare. H-1B status is subject to annual numerical caps and is granted for an initial period of up to three years, with the possibility of extension. USCIS has reached the cap limit for H-1B visas for the fiscal year 2024. This is an important development for…
12/21/2023 SUNY Cortland senior Ashton Patalidis recently took another step toward his goal of becoming a diplomat by studying abroad in Australia, courtesy of a prestigious $5,000 scholarship managed by the U.S. Department of State. “Personally, I was looking for growth, a good life experience,” said Patalidis, a sociology and criminology major who graduates next spring. “Education can only take you so far, and I enjoy dealing with challenges that arise.” He was one of two SUNY Cortland winners of the Benjamin A. Gilman International Scholarship this year. Senior biomedical sciences Frank Denteh studied in India this past summer after earning…
In an era where remote work has become the norm for many companies, understanding how to maintain a connected and cohesive team is more important than ever. While remote work offers unparalleled flexibility and efficiency, it can sometimes lead to a sense of isolation and disconnect among team members.
The number of Americans studying abroad in China has remained negligible since the start of the pandemic, largely because of extended federal government restrictions, but officials and other experts expect that to rebound soon. Only 211 American students were in China this past academic year, down from more than 11,000 before the COVID lockdowns, according to the latest annual data compiled by the Institute of International Education (IIE) and the U.S. Department of State. Even that pre-pandemic total was a fraction of the number of students going the other way—despite declines caused by COVID and political tensions, nearly 300,000 students…