Check out stories by our students learning around the globe.

Exploring Greek Food Systems: Krystal German, Agribusiness

November 16, 2014

Greece was a great experience and I am so glad to have had the opportunity to be able to participate in such an adventure.

Animal Agriculture and Life Down Under: Morgan Kimmel, Animal Sciences

November 12, 2014

If I was describing this trip to an employer, I would tell them about how this trip has increased my appreciation for the Australian culture as well as introducing me to new ideas and outlooks.

When in Greece, Do as the Grecians Do: Alyssa Sheppard, Agribusiness Management

November 12, 2014

Immersing myself in the Greek food system as a consumer helped me gain a better understanding of the culture and agriculture production of Greece.

My Time in Paris: Julie Mytrowitz, Food Science

November 11, 2014

My time in Paris kick-started my personal journey in global interactions that will continue throughout my professional career.

Cambodia and Thailand: Have you ever had fish munch on your feet? - Allison Hoover, Agricultural & Extension Education

November 11, 2014

Sleeping on the floor of a hut in an upland village was probably one of the best sleepovers of my life.

International Development in Senegal: Arianna De Reus, Community, Environment and Development

November 11, 2014

This program has enabled me to become more independent, improve my French, study international development and gain a stronger sense of self.

Globalizing Agriculture Education#AgEd2Korea: Janae Bickhart, Agriculture and Extension Education

October 19, 2014

By working through language barriers, experiencing a new culture and new traditions, and learning to appreciate routines unlike my own, I began to realize that there is always more than one way to do something, or to teach a lesson.

Ambitiously Abroad in India: Serena Groff, Environmental Resource Management

October 19, 2014

In a country rich in unity, culture, diversity, and natural resources, one could spend a lifetime working for and transforming the lives of millions.

Greece - Who Knew I Could Be a World Traveler?: Blair Hetherington, Food Science

October 18, 2014

No one should ever turn down a chance to travel because you never know what you could be keeping yourself from.

France - Comparative Food Systems: Anne Puzak, Food Science

October 18, 2014

I was able to learn a lot about agriculture not only in France, but here in the United States as well.

Denmark - My Incredible Semester Abroad: Erin Hill, Environmental Resource Management

October 17, 2014

My experience abroad was an amazing learning and cultural experience. It is one that I will never forget and I am so thankful to have had the opportunity.

Costa Rica – Third Time's the Charm: Allison Hoover, Agricultural and Extension Education

October 17, 2014

While my third experience in Costa Rica didn’t offer nearly the same community as my previous trips, I was able to overcome adversity and challenges to develop personal skills and an overall beneficial experience.

Animal Agriculture and Life Down Under: Julie Ivicic, Animal Sciences

October 16, 2014

"Learning about another country while actually being in that country is a truly amazing experience."

Food Travels: Germany - Meaghan Emery, Animal Sciences

February 13, 2014

Studying abroad can be one of the most rewarding, life changing experiences there is.

Bhutan: Forest and Rural Livelihoods of the Himalayas: Jena Trolio, ERM major, INTAG, Environmental Engineering, Watersheds and Water Resources minors

November 25, 2013

Traveling to Bhutan was one of the greatest experiences of my life, and now that I’ve been there, I can’t wait to travel again.

Germany – More than I could have imagined!: Beckie Bomberger, undeclared major

September 5, 2013

This experience has broadened my cultural values and ideas...

Sustainable Agriculture in Costa Rica - Lingyan Dong: ERM Major, Environmental Option

September 5, 2013

Costa Rica – The country surrounded by Green.

Gonna Get Water to Ghana - Michael Henry, Immunology and Infectious Disease Major , Global Health Minor

September 5, 2013

Over the past year, I think I’ve spent more time in Africa than at home, but this trip was a special one...

My Whirlwind Tour of French Food and Culture - Marsha Trego, Food Science major, Nutritional Sciences minor

September 5, 2013

I got to eat Nutella crepes underneath the Eiffel Tower and to learn about foreign agricultural trade from within the French U.S. embassy, and I wouldn’t trade these experiences for the world.

Reforestation in Piriati Embera, Panama with Global Environmental Brigades - Michaela Ruppert: CED Major, Sustainability Leadership Minor

September 5, 2013

By traveling to Panama and making a positive impact on the environment by helping a group of truly wonderful individuals proved to be one of the best ways I have ever spent my time and money.

Nonprofit work in Panama - Emily Newman, Major: Environmental Resource Management, Minor: Science, Society and Environment of Africa

September 5, 2013

Meeting people with a different perception on life instantly makes you question your own lifestyle.

Agribusiness Management Major Travels to Paris

June 24, 2013

Hannah Masser, Agribusiness Management major with a minor in Agricultural Communications, shares her experience in Paris, France (INTAG/AGBM 499E/F).

My Adventure in Costa Rica - Emily Bachner, ERM major, Horticulture minor

June 17, 2013

In the eight days I was in Costa Rica I learned more about sustainability and the environment than I could have in a full semester class.

Vietnam and Cambodia: A Small Taste of a New Place - Grace Emmerling, CED and Economics Majors, Spanish minor

June 17, 2013

The unique history of these places make them extremely worthwhile to study and explore further.

Reforestation and Permaculture Projects in Piriati Embera, Panama - Lindsay McPhail, CED major, Economics & Spanish minors

June 17, 2013

I would highlight the collaboration efforts within the PSU Global Environmental Brigades club in addition to those between the club and the Piriati community.

Germans Buy Local Products: Patrick Brame, Food Science

June 17, 2013

Agriculture in Paris, a European Adventure - Morgan Brown Major: Veterinary and Biomedical Sciences, Minor: Film Studies

June 17, 2013

The most beneficial knowledge I gained came from experiencing the city for myself, taking it in, and discovering unique places in a personal way.

My Trip to the Rich Coast: Derek Bartram, Major Environmental Resource Management, Minor Watersheds and Water Resources

June 17, 2013

It was the ideal image of a rainforest with a thick overcast in the sky and dense vapor coming from the trees as they transpired...

Germany - Food Travels: Shannon Smith, Biological Engineering

June 17, 2013

My experience was eye-opening in respect to education as well as culture...

Food Travels: Germany - Bryanna Kenno, Agricultural and Extension Education, INTAG and Wildlife & Fisheries Minors

May 30, 2013

An unforgettable experience and proof that dreams really do come true!

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