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Parent Perspective: Navigating & Supporting My Daughter’s Study Abroad Journey

AIFS Abroad

Read on to hear from Doris about her experience as a parent whose child embarked on a study abroad program. Were there any specific challenges your student faced while abroad that you were not prepared for? I know she studied Italian before going, but actually being immersed in it 24/7 was overwhelming at first.

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Leading with Purpose: AABHE’s President Charts Path for Black Excellence

Diverse: Issues in Higher Education

Dr. Shewanee Howard-Baptiste After a tough love encounter with science and biology courses, she realized the medical field wasnt her calling. Her pivot from medical school aspirations to a career in health education is now a lesson she shares with young people: life is a journey, not a checklist. in educational leadership.

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On-Site Study Abroad Support: Benefits of a Program Director and Location Staff

AIFS Abroad

Studying or interning abroad is an exciting, life-changing experience, but navigating a new country, culture, and academic environment can be challenging, especially if you have to do it alone. These professionals are stationed in your study abroad or international internship city to help you and support you from arrival to departure.

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Student Perspective: Studying Abroad with Dietary Restrictions

AIFS Abroad

Experiencing new foods is an important part of traveling or studying abroad, but how does this work when you live with dietary restrictions? With some simple pre-travel research and planning while you’re abroad, you can safely enjoy the local cuisine. Talk with the program about how you’ll be getting your regular meals.

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The Top 5 Study Abroad Destinations for 2023

Study and Go Abroad

Are you thinking of studying abroad in 2023? So, you’ve thought a bit about what your future looks like in school and one thing’s for sure — you want to study abroad ! To help narrow down your choices, check out these top five destinations for studying abroad in 2023: 1. United States of America.

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Student Spotlight: Jolina’s Summer Abroad in San José, Costa Rica

AIFS Abroad

Eager to step into the footsteps of a college student who studied abroad in Costa Rica ? We recently caught up with AIFS study abroad program participant and FEA Recipient Grant awardee Jolina. Why Study Abroad in San Jos? In class, we covered vital signs, charting, symptoms, procedures, and recommendations.

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Over 25 Destinations to Study Abroad this Fall

AIFS Abroad

It’s true – with so many incredible program options, it can be challenging to decide where to study abroad this fall. This fall semester, you can study abroad in these dazzling locations: . AIFS Abroad student in Patagonia, Argentina. Study Abroad in Argentina. AIFS Abroad student in Perth, Australia.