Summer 2025 Participant
Some things I learned on this program that would be helpful to future students are:
If you are also traveling around May-June, be prepared for humidity. Bring shorts and sleeveless shirts as well as an umbrella for when it rains. Also, follow the healthcare consultation pre-departure, get vaccinated, and bring medicine in case of food poisoning. Lastly, read a lot on the countries you are visiting to prepare to ask a lot of questions, especially when you visit government sites and speak with journalists - you will get a lot of valuable information from them.
Summer 2025 Participant
The most rewarding part of the program was undoubtedly the ability to interact with my peers and instructors in guided discussions on our experiences.
Summer 2025 Participant
I learned from this program that it's critical to embrace the new aspects of the area you're experiencing; there may not be things you like, but it's worth trying at least once!