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June 27, 2019
This experience not only changed me, it shaped me into the future veterinarian I hope to become.
June 27, 2019
The cities, landscapes, and people of South America became an outdoor classroom of engaging lessons that could never be fully grasped on campus.
June 10, 2019
Akwaaba is the Ghanian phrase for “welcome,” however its meaning is layered in African culture, symbolizing friendship and acceptance to newfound friends.
May 29, 2019
The greatest take away that I gained from this trip was not a lesson that I expected to learn. It was not a lesson about education systems or agriculture, but a lesson about love.
May 23, 2019
“Time is an ingredient”
May 23, 2019
“Going into this trip, I was expecting to learn about the culture and agricultural sector of Belize but in reality, I learned that agriculture can mean so many different things and that there is truly something to learn from everyone you meet.”
May 23, 2019
“I have learned to simply say “Yes” to the opportunities that scare me the most, and I am continuously surprised by the gift of personal growth that I gain in return.”
May 23, 2019
I realized that “stuff” or “things” that are the American way should not be the reason for happiness.
December 8, 2018
"When people think of Africa, I feel as though many negatives come to mind; such as political unrest, war, poverty, unfavorable or unlivable conditions, and the list goes on. I would like to say that these stereotypes do not hold true for Kenya and many other African countries."
December 8, 2018
"I was fortunate enough to travel to Kenya in May of 2018 for a bit less than 3 weeks; here are a few highlights from my trip. Arriving in Nairobi after what seemed like days of traveling was both shocking and exciting."
November 26, 2018
"I not only learned about the Irish culture but why and how people use the land. The journey helped me realize more about my own personal beliefs and values and the need to ask more questions about why we do what we do."
November 26, 2018
“If life presents an amazing, unique opportunity to you, do it without fear.”
November 26, 2018
"Prior to enrolling in college, I knew that I wanted to study abroad either for a semester or during my summer break. For my first study abroad trip, I decided to choose a short-term program that would be held over summer break."
November 26, 2018
"The amount of experience and exposure I gained in this course was unlike any other internship or job I’ve had in the United States"
November 12, 2018
As part of this embedded course, I had the opportunity to visit two islands of the nine-island Azorean archipelago and the capital of Portugal. This trip was my first time abroad and I loved every minute of it.
November 12, 2018
This embedded course was my first time traveling abroad and it was a truly unforgettable experience.
November 7, 2018
I gained great hands-on experience and knowledge about dairy cows on this trip and am looking forward to taking this knowledge of another country’s dairy industry and applying it back home in the U.S.
June 21, 2018
"Upon hearing of the once in a lifetime opportunity to travel to Patagonia, one of the most remote and untouched regions of the world, through a Natural Resources and Sustainability course offered through the Environmental Resource Management department within the College of Agricultural Sciences, I knew I had to find a way to make it a reality."
June 21, 2018
“What made this trip so perfect for myself was the fact that, as a new world traveler, taking a trip to a land which shares such a great deal of similarities with our own, made the transition far easier.”
June 12, 2018
As part of this embedded course, I had the opportunity to visit two islands of the nine-island Azorean archipelago and the capital of Portugal. This trip was my first time abroad and I loved every minute of it.
June 12, 2018
As I was close to entering my last semester as an undergraduate at Penn State University, I realized I was missing something; a study abroad experience.
June 12, 2018
“Everything about this trip was fantastic and eye-opening; from the vast green pastures to their steamy volcanic streams and their narrow streets.”
June 12, 2018
“The ability to connect with people through our similarities instead of dividing us because of our differences will be a lesson I can carry with me wherever I go.”
June 5, 2018
"Often times, you learn the most in places you expect the least from and that was what I took away from my time spent in Eastern Europe in the Czech Republic."
February 16, 2018
"I cannot think of one instance on this trip where I was not awestruck by the beauty of the fauna, or overwhelmed by how welcoming the people we met were”
February 16, 2018
"Living in New Zealand for four months gave me the opportunity to live the life of a kiwi.”
February 16, 2018
"Through this experience, I have learned communication, professionalism, and versatility within relations that I would not have learned in a regular classroom."
February 16, 2018
By Hannah Imgrund (Animal Science - Business Option major, Agriculture Business Management and Agronomy minor) “Make each day… a story worth telling.”
February 16, 2018
By Haley England (Agriculture Sciences major, Agriculture Business Management and Agriculture Communication minor) "Step outside of your comfort zone and experience the world!"
February 16, 2018
By Hinal Modasia (Agribusiness Management major, International Agriculture and Sociology minor) “Behind every smile there is a story.”
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Ag Sciences Global
Address
106 Agricultural Administration BuildingUniversity Park, PA 16802
- Email globalag@psu.edu
- Office 814-863-0249
- Fax 814-865-3055
