This is a young kangaroo named Ned who I had the chance to hang out with for an hour at the park during a winery tour in Australia.

Amanda VanBrunt
Australia

 They say studying abroad is suppose to be one of the greatest things you can do in life. After studying in Australia for a semester, I feel like that is an understatement. Once I was back in the United States I felt like I had dreamt by whole adventure. It was by far the most exhilarating experiences of my life. I met so many incredible people and saw the most unbelievable things! I'm counting down the days till I go back.

Paige Jensen
France

It's really hard for me to pick the best thing about studying abroad. If I could pick only one thing that was my favorite I would say being able to travel with my friends. I learned a lot in the classroom that I wouldn't have experienced being in Shippensburg, but the experiences I had outside of the classroom made my trip complete. If I had the opportunity to study abroad again I wouldn't have to think about it. It was the best experience I could ask for.

This photo is from a boast cruise down the Seine that I took with friends from abroad the week I was preparing to come home. 

This photo is of my roommate and my host mom and dad at Feria in Sevilla, Spain. Since my host parents took me to Feria I was able to borrow flamenco things (a scarf, earrings, and hair pieces) and get into the private casetas.

Alyssa Smith
Spain

 It was an amazing experience with crazy adventures at every turn, and though there were a few downs, the ups made it so worth it. I would repeat the experience again and not change a thing.

Dana Popp
Australia

Studying abroad was, by far, the best experience I've ever had in my life. I learned so much about various types of cultures, how to be completely independent, and how the rest of the world views America. I have a completely different outlook on the world and have come to realize how much I truly love to travel. Going abroad opens up a whole new perspective and gives you opportunities to do things you'd never thought you do! STUDY ABROAD!

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This is a picture of me on my spring break trip to Cairns, home of the Great Barrier Reef! I was given the opportunity to hold a baby koala named Princess. 

This is a picture of me and other students participating in an English Language cultural immersion with local Japanese High School students.  Even though the students learn English, they rarely have an opportunity to speak with native speakers so this was a nice opportunity to practice and feel comfortable using English no matter their fluency level.  We also got to speak some Japanese with them, so it went both ways. 

Charles Vaughn
Japan

 I spent a total of 2 semesters abroad in Tokyo.  While abroad, I made so many friends and did so many things that I could not do in the United States.  My best memories included volunteer activities with Japanese students, traveling and shopping in Tokyo, trying all sorts of new foods, and just getting acclimated with living in a different society with a different culture from my own.  The most important thing I took away from my study abroad experience is to learn to be more cosmopolitan.  There is so much going on in our world today and it is not enough to just know about where you live.  If you want to be successful, you need to acquaint yourself with what is happening around the world. 

cv1199@ship.edu

Kelly Wojciechowski
Spain 

Studying abroad was a life-changing moment in my life, I would never take it back. The people I met and the places I went will be embedded in my mind forever.

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Plaza Nueva in Granada

At the Roman Baths in Bath! 

Katie Kitner
England

Everyone should take the opportunity to study abroad. It is an indescribable experience. One thing I would recommend is not to underestimate your potential. I never thought that I would get the chance to study at Oxford University in England, but it happened and I succeeded. Don’t be afraid to aim high – you never know how it could benefit you in the future.

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 Sabrina Woodlief
Australia

The best thing about studying abroad was taking the most out of every situation - both academically and socially. I took every chance I got to meet new people, try new things, and grow as an individual. By doing that, I made lifelong friends from all over the world, realized that I can literally do anything I put my mind to, and became who I wanted to be. I appreciate everything about home much more now, but also know that the whole world is worth appreciating.

sw8023@ship.edu

While attending Southern Cross University in Lismore, Australia, I was given many opportunities to travel through the International Students Program. This was my first trip - to Byron Bay, a beach town 20 minutes away from the university. Surfing, kayaking, diving, music festivals...you name it! Even though it was close to home, it was one of my favorite places to be!

This is a picture of me and my new friend during my visit to Gyongbok Palace in Seoul South Korea.

Ben Hewitt
South Korea

South Korea was everything you would expect from a study abroad experience and more. During my 4 months there I met some of the most amazing people from all over Asia and the rest of the word. The international experience is absolutely amazing!!! The Korean people are some of the kindest you will ever meet, the food is great, and the sights are some of the most extraordinary I have ever seen. Studying abroad in South Korea was one of the best decisions of my life.

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Katherine Stravinskas
Spain

My study abroad experience is one of my fondest memories and more importantly one of the most rewarding experiences.  It is hard to put a price on the adventure of a lifetime where you discover more about yourself than you ever expected.  This self-discovery goes hand-in-hand with a new understanding about the world outside of the United States and all while having the best time of your life.  The reality is that you just don't know how much fun and growth you can have till you are traveling and learning in new places with new people and new ideas.  Taking the step to study abroad will bring you on a journey that extends much further than you could ever imagine, guaranteed!

A view of the city of Granada taken from within La Alhambra