Spotlights
Did you study abroad? Submit your spotlight reflection below and share your experience with other students!
Entries
Erasmus van Zoest
I absolutely loved my study abroad experience in Southeast Asia! From enjoying fresh and delicious food at midnight in bustling markets to traveling during the long weekends to different parts of Thailand, Vietnam, and the Philippines...
Lillian Hood, Spain
I studied abroad in Bilbao, Spain, at the University of Deusto with the CIDE program. I met so many new lifelong friends and a second family there
Grace Chambers, Italy
This was the most special and rewarding experience of my entire 4 years of college.
Lauren Leineke, Italy
Studying abroad in Rome was one of the best decisions I've ever made, and it impacted me in ways I never expected.
Aubrey Vervaet, Ireland
My study abroad experience was great. I really enjoyed meeting new friends and living/working in the city.
Katherine Rauhut, Japan
My study abroad experience in Japan is something I know that I will look back on for the rest of my life.
Emma Cash, Ireland
I thoroughly enjoyed learning about other cultures through hearing experiences from my roommates who were from various countries like Germany, Austria, Hungary, and France.
Julia, Smolinski, Japan
During the Summer 2023 semester, I was able to study abroad with the Japan Center for Michigan Universities (JCMU), during which I participated in their Summer Language Intensive Program.
Jessica Koerkel, Japan
Although my lessons had nothing to do with what I was learning at GVSU, my study abroad experience was deeply impactful and I'd highly recommend it.
Madeline Rickard. Spain
I think that my time spent abroad was the most insightful time I have spent in my life, even to this day.