Written by Karen Garcia-Ramos, (Pomona College), Student Correspondent for CET Colombia, Spring 2024 With the semester coming to a close, it was time for us to embark on our long-awaited Traveling Seminar. This week-long trip to Colombia’s Caribbean coast comes included in the program as an extension of our core class, Race and Identity: Debates in the … Read more
Highlights of the News Story: The Duolingo English Test (DET) announces the inclusion of additional subscores for a more comprehensive language assessment. The new subscores will provide detailed insights into different language skills, enhancing the test’s effectiveness. This move aims to offer universities and institutions a deeper understanding of applicants’ language proficiency. The Duolingo English … Read more
Swedish museums were the first thing I wanted to explore once I had free time after class. The history, art, and culture of Sweden is fascinating to me, and I’ve enjoyed every place I’ve visited so far during my study abroad experience. Here’s a few of the best ones, their highlights, how much I paid … Read more
The two biggest things I worried about coming abroad were schooling and making friends. I’ll ease your mind because, let me tell you, it has been smooth sailing. Maybe it’s DIS, maybe it’s because we’re all in the same major, maybe it’s the fact that everyone is alone abroad, but every single person in your … Read more
About Me Hej and welcome to the first of many study abroad blogs! My name is Izumi, and I’m a rising senior pursuing a concentration in history of science, secondary in global health and health policy, and citation in Spanish on the pre-med track at Harvard. A fun fact about me is that I recorded … Read more
Hello everyone! I am Sarah Reberio, a junior at Northeastern University majoring in Politics, Philosophy, and Economics (PPE). This summer, I have the incredible opportunity to immerse myself in Sweden’s vibrant culture and breathtaking landscapes through the DIS Stockholm program. As I embark on this solo journey, I am excited to share my experiences, insights, … Read more
Hi everyone! My name is Lauren and I am here at DIS Stockholm for all three summer sessions. I will be starting my junior year this fall at UNL (University of Nebraska-Lincoln) as a Forensic Biology major. I am involved at UNL with the honors program, being a member of my sorority and various committees … Read more
A period of study abroad is the dream of many high school or university level students who, since they were children, have imagined living an experience like this. But it is not just about the desire to live a memorable experience and meet new friends from all over the world; leaving for a semester, summer, or gap year abroad … Read more
Are you considering pursuing your MBBS degree abroad? If so, Uzbekistan is becoming a popular destination for Indian students seeking quality medical education. With its high standard of education, favorable climate, and numerous other advantages, Uzbekistan has become a top choice for aspiring medical professionals. Uzbekistan has emerged as a popular destination for numerous aspirants … Read more
As I sit down to write my final blog post, I can’t help but feel a mix of excitement and nostalgia. This past week at Drexel University was a whirlwind of activities, marking the end of a memorable term. The week started with a major challenge: presenting a lecture on deep learning in my Systems … Read more