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Study Abroad in London [at University College London]

What we love most about UCL: the campus was a pioneer in study abroad, admitting Japanese students as early as 1863! Still not sold? How about these facts: University College London was the first university in England to admit students of all races, religions and classes. In addition, it was the first to give female students equal standing to their male counterparts!

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French Stereotypes – Vrai ou Faux?
French Stereotypes – Vrai ou Faux?

Today’s blog post comes to us from UW-Platteville student & #APIabroad blogger Andi Fuerst. She’s studying abroad with us in Grenoble, France and today she’s diving in to French stereotypes… and why they’re false!

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Two Weeks in Valparaíso
Two Weeks in Valparaíso

While it’s fun to learn and explore new things, I have found that it is important to call back home, watch an American movie or share about your hometown with friends to make sure you keep in touch with your own culture and help you feel more comfortable where you are.

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New Perspectives
New Perspectives

I have been asked, “Well, would you do it all over, and put yourself through that all again?̈” Absolutely, because I could not imagine where I would be today if I hadn’t.

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A Cultural Melting Pot in Australia
A Cultural Melting Pot in Australia

I’ve dreamed of the Great Barrier Reef and seeing a kangaroo since I was a child, but I was worried their country was far too similar to my own. I decided the experience would just have to present itself, and API helped make sure this happened.

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