Howard W. Hewitt – Students packed Detchon Hall to learn more about studying abroad Tuesday at lunch. Dr. Rick Warner talked with students about the opportunities available and how to apply.
Three students spoke during a pizza lunch about their personal experiences last school year.
John Frank ’07 spent a semester in Amsterdam, Netherlands. Frank talked about the university’s programs on art and architecture. He was able to travel much of Europe, including Brussels, Paris, Rome, and London.
He shared classes with students from Russia, and many European countries.
Matt Feipel ’07 lived just south of Sydney, Australia, during his semester. He also cited the opportunities to travel as a major benefit to the program. His experience was with mostly Australian students.
Brock Johnson ’07 was immersed in German culture during the spring and summer months. Johnson studied in Frieberg and took all his classes with other German students instead of English-speaking programs. He urged the big turnout to take advantage of the opportunity to travel if they go to Europe for study.
Johnson, a Board of Publications photographer, ended the presentation with a slide show from his European travels.
Director of Off-Campus Studies David Clapp said about 60 Wabash students study abroad each year.
When visiting with many alumni it’s surprising how many cite a semester abroad as a turning point in their career plans or their lives. Many students return energized by the cultural experience. The students just returning have a lot to share about their experiences. Underclassmen would be well served to seek out these guys and learn first-hand how much a foreign study program can shape their future.
In photos: Above, John Wolpers ’09 listens to Dr. Warner discuss study abroad options. On home page: Johnson talks about his experience while Frank and Feipel listen.
