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Study Abroad Love Stories: Couples Who Met Overseas through AIFS Abroad

AIFS Abroad

Here’s the thing: We’re suckers for study abroad love stories! Countless AIFS Abroad alumni have met their “person” while living and learning abroad, and we hope there will be so many more to come! It has changed who I am for the better, and I would recommend studying abroad and AIFS to everyone!”

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10 Steps to Increase Study Abroad Participation

Study Aborad Association

Studying abroad has been shown to give students invaluable learning opportunities that aren’t available in a traditional classroom setting. The study also showed that student learning outcomes were unique compared to the classroom. Studying abroad is becoming more and more popular every year. Study Abroad Fair.

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Meet the team: Gina Baxter, Head of Student Services, Florence

AIFS Abroad

We’re continuing the series introducing the team behind AIFS Customized , who create faculty-led study abroad programs for hundreds of colleges and universities throughout the US. This week, we meet Gina Baxter, Head of Student Services in our Florence Study Center, Italy. Where and when did you study or work abroad?

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Should I Take a Gap Year?

Great College Advice

Since 2009, admitted students have been able to apply for a tuition-free nine-month service post at one of five international locations. Study abroad in a high school setting Since the end of the Second World War, a number of very reputable non-profit and volunteer organizations have encouraged students in their teens to study abroad.

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Carnevale in Europe – A treat for Spring Students

AIFS Abroad

Bataille des Fleurs, 2009. Studying abroad during the spring semester gives students and faculty the chance to immerse themselves and live these festivals like a local. The post Carnevale in Europe – A treat for Spring Students appeared first on AIFS Study Abroad Blog. Source: Zil, c/o Wikimedia Commons.

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12 Steps to Encourage & Support Student Entrepreneurship

Study Aborad Association

Incorporate Study Abroad. Consider organizing short term faculty-led or semester abroad programs focused on business and entrepreneurship. This is a great opportunity to take students out of their comfort zone, stimulate their brains with new ideas, and create opportunities for long-lasting professional connections abroad.

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Crisis Management on Campus

Higher Ed Connects: Leadership

In April of 2009, I was a vice-provost at UT Austin, preparing to head to China with a delegation from the Provost’s office to work on collaborations with Chinese universities. My biggest piece of advice, based on my experience in 2009, is that you cannot be over-prepared. by Terri E.