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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.”
February 16, 2018
By Kathryn Jordan (Physical Geography - Climatology Focus major International Agriculture, Earth Systems, & Climatology minor) “I learned about European and US Agriculture, got to explore the city of Paris, and make seven new friends while living in one of the most remarkable European cities. I will never forget the experiences I have made on this trip and am forever thankful to Penn State for this opportunity”
February 16, 2018
By Kathryn Dietrich (Food Science major, Nutritional Sciences minor) "The College of Agricultural Sciences provided me with a unique, educational experience during my time abroad, one that I will not forget!"
February 16, 2018
By Rosemary Nicholson (BioRenewable Systems—BioProducts option major) "Is sustainable development possible? How to bring sustainability home?"
February 16, 2018
By Elke Hess (Immunology and Infectious Disease) "Paris lived up to every expectation, except for the wine and cheese. They were even better than I could have imagined."
February 8, 2018
By Stephanie Velez (Veterinary and Biomedical Sciences major) “I didn’t know anything about China, nor a single word of Mandarin, but instantly decided, this is rare, I’m doing this.”
February 8, 2018
By Haley Stauffer Major in BioRenewable Systems, Minors in International Agriculture and Spanish. "There are few things I cannot resist in my life and the country and people of Costa Rica is at the top of the list."
February 7, 2018
By Mary Ann Ostach Majoring in Veterinary and Biomedical Sciences and minoring in International Agriculture and Equine Science. “I couldn't pass up the opportunity to see a new country with a culture so different from my own while gaining research experience in veterinary medicine.”
June 1, 2017
No matter where you go people are very similar, they all enjoy food, music and good company...
June 1, 2017
Immersing myself in the learning environment of Belize allowed me to experience a new culture while learning about my own interests in veterinary medicine.
May 31, 2017
Overseas travel was a daunting process for an inexperienced traveler like me, but as part of the HORT 499H class, the journey was one of the most enjoyable experiences of my life!
May 31, 2017
Every week seemed to bring a new adventure and I was able to grow as a person.
May 31, 2017
This experience was the perfect combination of challenge and fun and I would recommend it to anyone who is looking for a study abroad experience.
May 31, 2017
There are no words to describe what I gained in my trip to Ireland and Scotland that I will carry with me for the rest of my career.
May 31, 2017
I saw how physically and spiritually beautiful this little village was, and it enriched me in ways I can never explain.
May 31, 2017
I learned to cook traditional Spanish cuisine, talk with my hands like a Spaniard, and dance the sevillana.
June 20, 2016
Ireland felt like such a magical place, yet when I looked around I felt right at home as if in Pennsylvania. If ever you have the chance to travel abroad, do it. As a student, you will grow exponentially on an adventure like this. Networking around the world and getting to know your Penn State faculty leaders outside of the classroom is a wonderful opportunity that not everyone gets.
June 6, 2016
I felt welcomed into people’s lives and homes and learned the value of kindness, hospitality, and community engagement.
June 6, 2016
After traveling to Costa Rica and seeing how others live, I realized changes I can make in my own life to have a better impact in this world.
May 31, 2016
One of the most rewarding things you can do is to step out and away from your personal world and travel to a place where you will taste new foods, see new sights, interact with new people, and explore new sides of yourself.
May 25, 2016
The experience and knowledge offered through Food Science 499B, Agriculture and Food Systems of India, will certainly be a highlight of my college career and be an essential point in my career development.
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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
