Study Abroad

Have you ever traveled outside of the United States, or would you like to someday? I think travel is a great way to learn about other cultures firsthand, while also learning more about yourself. During my time in college I spent a semester abroad in Granada, Spain. I not only learned about Spanish art, politics, and culture, but I also perfected my Spanish speaking skills. International travel also pushes you out of your comfort zone, helping you to mature and learn more about yourself while living in a new environment.

Every year hundreds of students from Valpo study all over the globe. VU has study centers or partnerships with programs in England, China, Germany, Mexico, France, India, Japan, Spain, Namibia, and Greece. As a part of these programs students participate in classes, internships, and service projects. Click here to see some photos taken by Valpo students while studying abroad last year.

Asking about Study Abroad options is a great thing to keep in mind during your college search. Diverse programs not only show the university's interest in global learning, but also provide you with an excellent opportunity to gain "real world" learning experiences outside of the classroom. If you'd like to learn more about any of Valpo's programs, or if you'd like to hear more about my time in Spain (warning: you better have a few hours to spare!), just let me know!

As always, keep up the hard work with college searching and decision making! I look forward to seeing lots of you on campus soon for Admitted Student Days, Junior Open Houses, and personal visits!

-Laura@Valpo