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How Do I Know If I Should Study Abroad?

Whether or not you study abroad is an immense decision. People tell you that it’s worth it, but they don’t know you or your circumstances. How do you really know it will all be worth it?

Post by Grace Worwa
January 13, 2022

IES Abroad Gives Staff Additional Day Off for “No Labor Day”

We’re dedicating this Friday before the Labor Day holiday as “No Labor Day” and giving our staff the day off in recognition of their steadfast support and dedication to IES Abroad. Because come Tuesday, we’re back at it!

Post by IES Abroad
August 31, 2021

20 Study Abroad Dos and Don'ts to Make the Most of Your Experience

Study abroad is such an exciting adventure, and you’re about to embark on a once-in-a-lifetime journey! So, of course, you want to know all there is to know! And, of course, we want to help. With so many IES Abroad programs and opportunities to choose from, we know the process to get to your host country can seem extensive. We created this post with 20 Study Abroad Dos and Donts to give you some pointers for your study abroad experience and help you get a head start on your journey!

Post by IES Abroad
August 30, 2021
Group of University of Kansas Study Abroad Students outside in Spain

Collaborative Effort Launches University of Kansas Customized Program Off the Ground

When facing the difficult decision to cancel their annual customized program due to COVID-19, our Customized Programs and College Relations teams collaborated with Team Barcelona to bring a solution: a program for University of Kansas students with approved courses that are part of the existing IES Abroad program in Barcelona. Thanks to the cross-departmental innovation, this program came to life with 17 KU students in participation.

Post by IES Abroad
August 25, 2021

Fireside Chat with Fascinating Faculty: IES Abroad Quito's Dr. Hugo Valdebenito and the Biodiversity of Ecuador

In this installment of Fireside Chats with Fascinating Faculty, Gretchen Cook-Anderson, IES Abroad Associate Vice President, Assistant to the President for Diversity, Equity, Inclusion and Antiracism, and Director of Diversity Recruitment and Advising, gathers with Dr. Hugo Valdebenito, IES Abroad Quito Professor. The two discuss his work, history, and the environmental climate and biodiversity of Ecuador and the Galápagos Islands. This Fireside Chat orients around conservation efforts and individual/collective responsibility to establishing and maintaining a sustainable environment in Ecuador.

Post by IES Abroad
August 31, 2021

Student Voices - My Virtual Internship with IES Abroad Vienna

Sapphire Skye Toth reflects on her virtual internship with IES Abroad Vienna as a transformative, educational experience. In this interview, the University of Nebraska – Lincoln student shares stories of the deep impacts and career preparation that her virtual internship had, including encouraging her to get out of her comfort zone, learn more about the professional classical music world, and expand conversations with music masters via her podcast Chatting with Creators.

Post by IES Abroad
August 18, 2021

Fireside Chat with Fascinating Faculty: IES Abroad Cape Town’s David Reiersgord on Mandela Day and the Influence of the Rainbow Nation

In this installment of Fireside Chats with Fascinating Faculty, part of the IES Abroad Global Leadership SerIES, David Reiersgord, Center Director of IES Abroad Cape Town, and Hernando Sevilla-Garcia, Senior Diversity Relations Manager at IES Abroad, connect for this Fireside Chat focused on Mandela Day. Nelson Mandela International Day, celebrated annually on July 18th on Nelson Mandela’s birthday, honors the legacy of his dedication to community and social justice. David and Hernando join in exploration of identity, race, and global leadership to promote a culture of growth and innovation.

Post by IES Abroad
August 17, 2021

An Insider's Guide to Studying Abroad in London

In Spring 2018, I studied abroad with IES Abroad London. Every semester, I get so excited to see new students embarking on their own journeys to explore London, and I thought that I would share some of my best recommendations anything I could think of that might be helpful!

Post by Delaney Pepper
August 12, 2021

What It's Like to Travel to France During COVID-19

I wanted to share few of my observations about traveling, sightseeing, and the overall atmosphere in France after my recent trip during COVID-19.

Post by Megan Leff
August 11, 2021
IES Abroad Rabat Center Director and Faculty Member Hosting Virtual Calligraphy Workshop

IES Abroad Rabat Hosts Customized Arabic Institute for Texas A&M Students

Every year, IES Abroad Rabat and Customized & Faculty-Led Programs hosts the Arabic Institute for Texas A&M students, but this year they decided to get creative and bring the international experience to College Station, Texas virtually. This past month, these virtual tours and lectures focused on expanding students' cultural worlds and illuminating the experience of studying abroad.

Post by IES Abroad
August 5, 2021
A girl with long brown hair sits overlooking a bridge on a river

An Open Letter to Students Considering Study Abroad: 'Remember your dreams and push your boundaries to reach them'

Whether you’re shy and scared or outgoing and excited like me, you need to study abroad because you owe it to yourself to take the opportunity to grow and follow that passion.

Post by Victoria Pembroke
July 29, 2021

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Learn more about our global leaders in the IES Abroad community—staff, faculty, students, and friends—and their areas of expertise through our Global Leadership SerIES and Fireside Chats with Fascinating Faculty! You can also view more of IES Abroad's organizational leaders.

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