Fall 2019 Participant
My favorite part of this experience is a bit broad, but it's that DIS is a school specifically designed for students studying abroad, so I've been able to have opportunities for travel and cultural engagement that I never could have had studying at a regular university. DIS organizes travel for students to both Western Denmark and to other countries, and also has several breaks built into the schedule for personal travel should you want to travel around Europe on your own. Additionally, DIS provides a lot of unique opportunities to get involved in Danish culture, such as clubs both sponsored by and outside of DIS that are a mix of Americans, Danes, and people from all over the world, and opportunities to live with Danes or a Danish host family or to meet up with a Danish visiting host family on your own schedule. I've learned so much about Danish culture thanks to these opportunities, and have gotten to travel all over Europe. I'm eternally grateful to DIS for providing such a rich cultural experience, in addition to having really unique classes with small class sizes that help students stay engaged in their learning while abroad.
Fall 2015 Participant
Studying abroad is an invaluable experience that can be scary and sometimes uncomfortable, but it is the best thing you could ever do. Take the leap. My semester abroad was the best four months of my life. Be open-minded, be spontaneous, and do what interests you. Take study abroad as an opportunity to get to know yourself and explore your interests.
Fall 2016 Participant
Denmark is a fairly homogeneous country, and though I expected a large amount of culture shock, it was a pretty easy place to settle in. Danish people are very friendly and helpful, but often keep to themselves unless otherwise necessary.
