Global Engagement Ambassador Program

Major: Journalism
Host University: University of Hertfordshire
Country: United Kingdom

Highlight:
"What I gained from this experience was my self-identity, independence and what I want to do with my life."

Exchange Student

Major: Sociology
Home University: Kyung Hee University
Country: South Korea

Highlight:
"Advice I would give to future students is First, make the best se of the school's facilities such as the gym and campus programs, second ask for help without hesitating if you need it. There are many systems on campus you can use. Lastly travel a lot."

Major: Biomolecular Sciences
Host University: Lorenzo De' Medici
Country: Italy

Highlight:
"Studying abroad at LDM has given me a lot of opportunities to do extracurricular activities. Every week, they send out a form with multiple activities that you can sign up for."

Exchange Student

Major: English Pedagogy
Home University: Diego Portales University
Country: Chile

Highlight: 
“I did a lot of different things during my study abroad so it’s difficult for me to choose just one thing because all the moments I lived and that I met here will live in memory forever.”

Major: Hospitality and Tourism
Host University: Queen Margaret University 
Country: Scotland

Highlight: 
“QMU has many things to offer. There's an on-campus gym and many different student-run clubs, organizations, and sports teams. The Student Union and Accommodation Services does a great job hosting events throughout the semester.”

Exchange Student

Major: Management
Home University: DHBW Mosbach 
Country: Germany

Highlight: 
“During my semester here at Central, I also was part of the Wind Ensemble, and we performed a few concerts. Apart from that, I joined the Line Dancing Club. So, it's always a lot of fun. It's every Wednesday and I meet great people there. We also did Cha-Cha, Tango, Country Tuesday, Polka and my highlight there was that we visited the Boston Tea Party, which is like a dance convention where you dance West Coast Swing and Lindy Hop.”

Exchange Student

Major: Computer Science
Home University: Diego Portales University 
Country: Chile

Highlight: 
“I would encourage students to take advantage of all the campus has to offer and all the surrounding areas as there is so much to do. You can find charming towns and cities that have a lot to offer.”

Major: Biomolecular Science Major
Host University: Jeonbuk National University 
Country: South Korea

Highlight: 
“My most memorable moment is when my roommate and I decided to explore the town of Jeonbuk alone the first day we met. Neither of us knew Korean, but through the help of the student staff we managed to have a night out, resulting in a lasting bond between us.”

Exchange Student

Major: English Language and Literature
Home University: Partium Christian University
Country: Romania

Highlight: 
“The second advice is to don’t be afraid to reach out to others. It’s normal to feel unsure in a new environment but asking for help or starting a conversation with someone can make very big difference and you can make a friend for life.”

Major: Robotics/Mechatronic Engineering Technology and Computer Science
Host University: Kyung Hee University 
Country: South Korea

Highlight: 
“A memorable moment, I think, would be when my K-pop class took a field trip to a music studio. It was a music studio owned by the DPR team. It was cool to be able to see how music production and music engineering work in person because that is something I'm interested in.”

Major: Mechanical Engineering
Host University: Lorenzo De' Medici
Country: Italy 

Highlight: 
“Living in another country just exposes you to how the whole other side of the world lives. It's just really cool from the food, the buildings, the art. It's just everyone is different, and each culture is so beautiful. I also gained so many memories from my trip.”

Exchange Student

Major: Civil Engineering 
Home University: DHBW Mosbach
Country: Germany

Highlight: 
“Numerous cities are only a few hours aware, and most CT public transportation is free with our student pass. The USA is versatile and shows things you surely have never seen before.”

Major: Business Management
Host University: Lorenzo De' Medici 
Country: Italy 

Highlight: 
“One of my most memorable moments was seeing the Duomo for the first time. I just remember all my doubts about leaving home for so long went away and I felt like I belonged here.”

Major: Psychology 
Host University: Lorenzo De' Medici
Country: Italy 

Highlight: 
“Studying abroad has helped me grow so much as a person as I feel like I have gained greater cultural perspective on the world as I talk to people from different countries every single day, and I get to hear about people's different ways of life.”

Major: Computer Science
Host University: University of Salamanca
Country: Spain 

Highlight: 
“Studying abroad has improved my communication skills. Beforehand, I found that, you know, starting conversations with strangers was super difficult but now I’ve kind of got the hang of it and I’m able to.”