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Australia
Megan Corder - Independent Internship at an Australian University
Read along as Megan completes a Student Affairs internship!
Kaitlyn Corzine - Intercultural Communications and Co-Cultural Experiences (faculty-led)
Adventure through Australia and New Zealand with Kaitlyn on this faculty-led summer excursion!
Bahamas
Lindsay Anderson - Bahamas Science and Schooling
Check out Lindsay's thorough documentation of her adventures on the Science and Schooling trip in the Bahamas! Her blog includes a journal, photos, and a program-specific packing list.
Courtney Huff - Bahamas
Join Courtney as she explores Andros Island in the Bahamas as she studies abroad on the summer education program!
Costa Rica
Brittany Griffin - COST
Hear about Brittany's experiences as she student teaches in another country while also exploring Costa Rica!
Ecuador
Kenisha Davis - Organic farming independent study
Get the dirt on a two week organic farming experience in Vilcabamba, Ecuador.
Madison Ley - Overseas Teaching (COST)
Read along as Madison embarks on new experiences inside and outside the classroom in Quito!
England
Kaitlin Throgmorton - University of Winchester
Check out Kaitlin's Facebook page where she documents her time abroad in the U.K.!
Lindsey Garcia- University of Winchester
Follow Lindsey Garcia as she travels through Winchester!
Jordan Nelson - University of Westminster
Take "leaps through London" with Jordan!
Clara Mattheessen - University of Winchester
Join Clara as she tells the tales of her travels to Winchester and onward.
Emily Adams - Harlaxton College
Discover what it's like for a central Illinois farm girl to visit England!
Danika Dale - Harlaxton College
Follow along on Danika's fall semester adventure in Grantham, England.
Bailey Doty-Harlaxton College
Join Bailey as she adventures through England!
McKenzie Dial-Harlaxton College
Follow McKenzie as she shares her memories and experiences in Grantham England!
Danielle Rogner - English Literary Landscapes
A Midsummer Night's Dream come true: books, tea and castles await.
Helen Plevka - English Literary Landscapes
The title says it best: "Living in a Castle." Follow Helen as she explores Harlaxton College & the UK.
France
Sarah Wojda - Université d'Avignon
Join Sarah as her love for dogs and French culture enhance her experiences throughout France.
Jamie Olson - Art in Paris (faculty-led)
Forget infinity, Jamie is focused on "Paris and Beyond" as she explores the City of Lights.
Garrett Goben - Art in Paris (faculty-led)
Follow along as Art student Garrett reflects on life as an "American in Paris."
Stacy Black - L'Institute Catholique
In "Around France in 60 Days," Stacy chronicles her time in the City of Lights: Paris, France.
Germany
Kevin Hanrahan - Universität Würzburg
Journey with Kevin as he explores Germany on an EIU Exchange program!
Greece and Turkey
Elizabeth Burbatt - Odyssey in Athens
Liz is navigating her way through the capital city of Greece, and enjoying courses in Art & Architecture. As her title proclaims, she is "Living the Dream!"
Jori Leigh Wilson- Education in India (faculty-led)
Jori Wilson takes you on an incredible adventure to India!
Laura Krieg - Education in India (faculty-led)
Laura studies abroad for her third and final time with EIU in India.
Ireland
Holly Dust - Irish Heritage Tour Faculty-Led Program
Read through Holly's electronic journal documenting her experiences on the Communication Disorder Sciences program with Dr. McNamara.
Sarah Barrie - Irish Heritage Tour Faculty-Led Program
Communication Disorder Sciences program with Dr. McNamara.
Ireland and Northern Ireland Co-Cultural Experience faculty-led program
Communications Studies and Business are exploring Ireland and Northern Ireland with Dr. Kight and AJ Walsh.
Sarah Hix - Teaching in the Emerald Isle
Sarah is on an Irish Adventure student teaching in Co. Kerry, Ireland.
Margaret Langevin - National University of Ireland: Galway
Slan America, Dia Dhuit Ireland! Join Margaret as she says goodbye to the U.S. and hello to the Emerald Isle.
Italy
Psychology Multi-Cultural Human Behavior faculty-led group
Dr. Nardi, professor of Psychology, is leading a group to study human behavior and cultural practices around Italy. Follow along on their Facebook group!
Justine Ryan - Florence University of the Arts
From studying in Florence to exploring Amsterdam, Prague, and more, Justine travels her way through Europe.
Emily Manley - Florence University of the Arts
From Charleston to Florence, Emily is cooking, traveling and eating her way through Italy.
Erica Young - Florence University of the Arts
With a title like Eat, Paint, Louvre .. you have a good idea of what Erica is up to this summer in Europe!
Erika Butler - Lorenzo de Medici, Florence
Follow Erika on her Italian adventures!
Jason Tabit - Faculty-led program to Florence, Italy
Check out Jason's photos and daily journal from his adventure abroad!
Netherlands
Helen Plevka - COST Program
Read about Helen's student teaching adventure in the Netherlands!
Charity Huwe - COST Program
Charity student taught in the Netherlands to complete her degree in Elementary Education.
Scotland
Darius Francis - Panrimo Internship
Join Darius while he journeys through Scotland while interning and studying.
South Africa
Anna Tower - Family & Consumer Sciences Semester
With a copy of Nelson Mandela's "Long Walk to Freedom" in her bag, Anna is ready to take on South Africa.
Amber Rigsby - Family & Consumer Sciences Semester
Now preparing for her third time abroad, Amber is ready for a semester in South Africa.
Demetris Lawrence - Family & Consumer Sciences Semester
Follow Demetris and her FCS classmates as they observe human services first hand in and around Cape Town.
Ryan Freer - Nation Building in the New South Africa (faculty-led)
Join a fellow Panther as he explores the "Orange Free State" led by Prof. Michael Loudon.
Anna Stipe - COST Program
Follow Anna as she student teaches in Cape Town South Africa!
South Korea
Valerie Rosen - Sogang University, Seoul, South Korea
Read all about Valerie's academic year at Sogang University in South Korea.
Rachel Ratajski - Seoul, South Korea
Live vicariously though Rachel's VLOG that documented her day-to-day life as a student at Sogang University in South Korea!
Lizzie Bridges - Seoul, South Korea
Stay up-to-date with Lizzie's experience at Sogang University in South Korea!
Jennifer Kim - South Korea
Join Jennifer as she explores South Korea and gets to see some of her family along her journey!
Nakita Lee - Ajou University
Nakita takes you through an American girl's adventures in South Korea, from cherry blossoms to kimchi.
Spain
Jocelyn Swanson - Malaca Instituto
Follow along on Jocelyn's experiencia in sunny Spain, as she navigates a second language.
John (Cameron) Murray - Universidad de Salamanca
The search for castellano puro begins, in the historical city of Salamanca.
Wales
Samantha DeYoung- University of South Wales
Join Samantha and her classmates as they travel throughout South Wales.
Sydney Jarrard - University of South Wales
Read about Sydney's time spent at and around the University of South Wales in Treforest, Wales.
Caitie Danforth - University of South Wales
"If not now, when?" Caitie offers her insight and experiences all the way from Wales!
Haley Titsworth - University of South Wales
Follow Haley as she adventures throughout South w
Australia Bahamas Costa Rica
Cyprus Czech Republic Ecuador
England France Germany
Greece and Turkey Guatemala India
Ireland Italy Netherlands
Scotland South Africa South Korea
Spain Wales
Australia
Megan Corder - Independent Internship at an Australian University
Read along as Megan completes a Student Affairs internship!
Kaitlyn Corzine - Intercultural Communications and Co-Cultural Experiences (faculty-led)
Adventure through Australia and New Zealand with Kaitlyn on this faculty-led summer excursion!
Bahamas
Lindsay Anderson - Bahamas Science and Schooling
Check out Lindsay's thorough documentation of her adventures on the Science and Schooling trip in the Bahamas! Her blog includes a journal, photos, and a program-specific packing list.
Courtney Huff - Bahamas
Join Courtney as she explores Andros Island in the Bahamas as she studies abroad on the summer education program!
Costa Rica
Brittany Griffin - COST
Hear about Brittany's experiences as she student teaches in another country while also exploring Costa Rica!
Ecuador
Kenisha Davis - Organic farming independent study
Get the dirt on a two week organic farming experience in Vilcabamba, Ecuador.
Madison Ley - Overseas Teaching (COST)
Read along as Madison embarks on new experiences inside and outside the classroom in Quito!
England
Kaitlin Throgmorton - University of Winchester
Check out Kaitlin's Facebook page where she documents her time abroad in the U.K.!
Lindsey Garcia- University of Winchester
Follow Lindsey Garcia as she travels through Winchester!
Jordan Nelson - University of Westminster
Take "leaps through London" with Jordan!
Clara Mattheessen - University of Winchester
Join Clara as she tells the tales of her travels to Winchester and onward.
Emily Adams - Harlaxton College
Discover what it's like for a central Illinois farm girl to visit England!
Danika Dale - Harlaxton College
Follow along on Danika's fall semester adventure in Grantham, England.
Bailey Doty-Harlaxton College
Join Bailey as she adventures through England!
McKenzie Dial-Harlaxton College
Follow McKenzie as she shares her memories and experiences in Grantham England!
Danielle Rogner - English Literary Landscapes
A Midsummer Night's Dream come true: books, tea and castles await.
Helen Plevka - English Literary Landscapes
The title says it best: "Living in a Castle." Follow Helen as she explores Harlaxton College & the UK.
France
Sarah Wojda - Université d'Avignon
Join Sarah as her love for dogs and French culture enhance her experiences throughout France.
Jamie Olson - Art in Paris (faculty-led)
Forget infinity, Jamie is focused on "Paris and Beyond" as she explores the City of Lights.
Garrett Goben - Art in Paris (faculty-led)
Follow along as Art student Garrett reflects on life as an "American in Paris."
Stacy Black - L'Institute Catholique
In "Around France in 60 Days," Stacy chronicles her time in the City of Lights: Paris, France.
Germany
Kevin Hanrahan - Universität Würzburg
Journey with Kevin as he explores Germany on an EIU Exchange program!
Greece and Turkey
Elizabeth Burbatt - Odyssey in Athens
Liz is navigating her way through the capital city of Greece, and enjoying courses in Art & Architecture. As her title proclaims, she is "Living the Dream!"
Daniel Guerrero - Spring Break in Guatemala (faculty-led)
Daniel shares a day-by-day account of his spring break trip to Guatemala!
Jori Leigh Wilson- Education in India (faculty-led)
Jori Wilson takes you on an incredible adventure to India!
Laura Krieg - Education in India (faculty-led)
Laura studies abroad for her third and final time with EIU in India.
Ireland
Holly Dust - Irish Heritage Tour Faculty-Led Program
Read through Holly's electronic journal documenting her experiences on the Communication Disorder Sciences program with Dr. McNamara.
Sarah Barrie - Irish Heritage Tour Faculty-Led Program
Communication Disorder Sciences program with Dr. McNamara.
Ireland and Northern Ireland Co-Cultural Experience faculty-led program
Communications Studies and Business are exploring Ireland and Northern Ireland with Dr. Kight and AJ Walsh.
Sarah Hix - Teaching in the Emerald Isle
Sarah is on an Irish Adventure student teaching in Co. Kerry, Ireland.
Margaret Langevin - National University of Ireland: Galway
Slan America, Dia Dhuit Ireland! Join Margaret as she says goodbye to the U.S. and hello to the Emerald Isle.
Italy
Psychology Multi-Cultural Human Behavior faculty-led group
Dr. Nardi, professor of Psychology, is leading a group to study human behavior and cultural practices around Italy. Follow along on their Facebook group!
Justine Ryan - Florence University of the Arts
From studying in Florence to exploring Amsterdam, Prague, and more, Justine travels her way through Europe.
Emily Manley - Florence University of the Arts
From Charleston to Florence, Emily is cooking, traveling and eating her way through Italy.
Erica Young - Florence University of the Arts
With a title like Eat, Paint, Louvre .. you have a good idea of what Erica is up to this summer in Europe!
Erika Butler - Lorenzo de Medici, Florence
Follow Erika on her Italian adventures!
Jason Tabit - Faculty-led program to Florence, Italy
Check out Jason's photos and daily journal from his adventure abroad!
Netherlands
Helen Plevka - COST Program
Read about Helen's student teaching adventure in the Netherlands!
Charity Huwe - COST Program
Charity student taught in the Netherlands to complete her degree in Elementary Education.
Scotland
Darius Francis - Panrimo Internship
Join Darius while he journeys through Scotland while interning and studying.
South Africa
Anna Tower - Family & Consumer Sciences Semester
With a copy of Nelson Mandela's "Long Walk to Freedom" in her bag, Anna is ready to take on South Africa.
Amber Rigsby - Family & Consumer Sciences Semester
Now preparing for her third time abroad, Amber is ready for a semester in South Africa.
Demetris Lawrence - Family & Consumer Sciences Semester
Follow Demetris and her FCS classmates as they observe human services first hand in and around Cape Town.
Ryan Freer - Nation Building in the New South Africa (faculty-led)
Join a fellow Panther as he explores the "Orange Free State" led by Prof. Michael Loudon.
Anna Stipe - COST Program
Follow Anna as she student teaches in Cape Town South Africa!
South Korea
Valerie Rosen - Sogang University, Seoul, South Korea
Read all about Valerie's academic year at Sogang University in South Korea.
Rachel Ratajski - Seoul, South Korea
Live vicariously though Rachel's VLOG that documented her day-to-day life as a student at Sogang University in South Korea!
Lizzie Bridges - Seoul, South Korea
Stay up-to-date with Lizzie's experience at Sogang University in South Korea!
Jennifer Kim - South Korea
Join Jennifer as she explores South Korea and gets to see some of her family along her journey!
Nakita Lee - Ajou University
Nakita takes you through an American girl's adventures in South Korea, from cherry blossoms to kimchi.
Spain
Jocelyn Swanson - Malaca Instituto
Follow along on Jocelyn's experiencia in sunny Spain, as she navigates a second language.
John (Cameron) Murray - Universidad de Salamanca
The search for castellano puro begins, in the historical city of Salamanca.
Wales
Samantha DeYoung- University of South Wales
Join Samantha and her classmates as they travel throughout South Wales.
Sydney Jarrard - University of South Wales
Read about Sydney's time spent at and around the University of South Wales in Treforest, Wales.
Caitie Danforth - University of South Wales
"If not now, when?" Caitie offers her insight and experiences all the way from Wales!
Haley Titsworth - University of South Wales
Follow Haley as she adventures throughout South w