What it is really like to study abroad as a woman? Join the Office of Study Abroad in celebrating Women's History Month on Monday, March 29, at 4pm for an “ask me anything” panel discussion featuring three study abroad alumnae. This virtual event will be an opportunity to hear about their personal stories and their advice for students looking to study abroad in the future, from choosing to take the leap, to traveling abroad, to leveraging those experiences post-graduation.
Meet our panelists:
Class of 2015
Architecture major, double minor in Sustainability & Historic Preservation
Studied abroad in Czech Republic and Italy
"Studying abroad not only expands your mind, but also your network. I absolutely loved being in new countries, but the people I connected with are still friends 7+ years later."
Rachel Pohl
Class of 2020
Civil Engineering major, double minor in Mathematics & Sustainability
Studied abroad in Belize, Italy and Denmark
"Studying abroad challenges you to get out of your comfort zone and learn about others, their communities, and their cultures. I cherish each opportunity to study abroad because it grew my appreciation for others and for our similarities and differences we all have."
Thea Winston
Class of 2018
Accounting major, minor in African & African American Studies
Studied abroad in Vietnam, UK and Brazil
"Students should study abroad because it makes you so much more aware of the world. Sometimes, in the U.S., it can feel like we're in our own little bubble, but the world is so much bigger. Studying abroad, and truly attempting to learn while there, provides a new perspective and is an invaluable experience."
Architecture major, double minor in Sustainability & Historic Preservation
Studied abroad in Czech Republic and Italy
"Studying abroad not only expands your mind, but also your network. I absolutely loved being in new countries, but the people I connected with are still friends 7+ years later."
Class of 2020
Civil Engineering major, double minor in Mathematics & Sustainability
Studied abroad in Belize, Italy and Denmark
"Studying abroad challenges you to get out of your comfort zone and learn about others, their communities, and their cultures. I cherish each opportunity to study abroad because it grew my appreciation for others and for our similarities and differences we all have."
Class of 2018
Accounting major, minor in African & African American Studies
Studied abroad in Vietnam, UK and Brazil
"Students should study abroad because it makes you so much more aware of the world. Sometimes, in the U.S., it can feel like we're in our own little bubble, but the world is so much bigger. Studying abroad, and truly attempting to learn while there, provides a new perspective and is an invaluable experience."
Click here to register and submit questions: https://uark.zoom.us/meeting/register/tZYodu-sqTotHN0nFjiWcIatwjggHfdteznx. Our panelists will take questions from attendees during the event as well.
