Debrenee Adkisson

Münster, Germany

I studied at the Westfälische Wilhelms-Universität in Münster, Germany, during the fall semester of my junior year. I took part in German language classes during my semester there, working on such skills as reading and listening comprehension, composition, and conversational practice. I was also able to take a German politics course, which expanded my knowledge of both Germany’s political system and of the European Union. I took classes with students from all corners of the world – students from Japan, Estonia, Spain, Slovakia, France, Hungary, and many other countries. It was a great chance to build lifelong friendships with fun and interesting people.

My time at Münster was one I’ll never forget, not only for the academic experiences I had, but also for the rich culture I was able to experience every day. Visiting the open-air market on Wednesday and Saturday mornings, walking on the tree-lined Promenade which encompasses Münster, traveling to other cities such as Leipzig, Cologne, and Nürnberg, and experiencing the night life at the clubs and restaurants are memories I know will stay with me for the rest of my life. Even simple, everyday things like going grocery shopping, watching television in the common room at the dorm, walking to class in the evenings, and staying up late talking with friends were and still are memorable parts of my study abroad experience. I would encourage anyone who is interested to spend a semester or a year abroad. It will help you grow and change in ways you never expected! I loved my semester in Germany, and am looking forward to going back sometime in the future.

Mark Melichar

Leicester, England

Studying Abroad in Leicester, England was a once-in-a-lifetime experience. I always dreamed of going to Europe someday, and the study abroad program made it possible. Going out of the country for the first time, not to mention half way across the world, was scary at times, but was well worth it. Everything was a learning experience for me while studying at the University of Leicester.

The school system in England is at a different end of the spectrum compared to colleges in the U.S., but adapting to it and still learning in a different environment was rewarding. The friends I made while in England have connected me with people from around the U.S. and the world. Finally, one of the perks to studying abroad is being able to travel to new and amazing places. This picture is me standing at the top of St. Paul's Cathedral, with a breathtaking view of the London skyline, including the Gherkin building. If the opportunity of studying abroad arises, take a chance and do something amazing.

Kallan Picha

Münster, Germany

Studying abroad is easily the best decision I have made in my life thus far. The knowledge and experience you gain from being immersed in another language, culture, and lifestyle is truly the best way to learn and grow as a person. I spent last semester in Münster, Germany, taking classes in European studies and the German language. I also had the opportunity to travel all around Europe visiting Spain, France, Belgium, and the Netherlands as well. I met people from all over the world and built friendships that will last a lifetime. Making the choice to study overseas is a life-changing experience that you will always thank yourself for. Next semester I am going abroad again to study in Coleraine, Northern Ireland and I can't wait!

Whitney Reinhard

Leicester, England

Kelly Robenhagen

Belfast, Northern Ireland

Sigrid Simpson

Chile

Matt Watson

Europe