When Elssa Kenfack went abroad in the Minimester of 2018 on an Intensive language & Culture program through CIEE to Salvador da Bahia, she kept a blog highlighting some of the experiences that she had. She starts her journey on her blog with: “Coming to you all the way from the beautiful Salvador—I MADE IT!… Read more TU Abroad Stories: Elssa Kenfack
“I went to Israel in January of 2017. It was only a ten day trip but it has affected me in more ways than one. This was my second study abroad trip, my previous being at my undergraduate school. Upon returning I think about Israel everyday. My longing and yearning to go back is palatable,… Read more TU Abroad Stories: Emily Rickens
“Over the summer, I traveled to Minato Mirai to visit some of the local malls and casually shop. I met with my friend Collin from my home college (Towson University), and we ran into THIS spectacle. It just so happened to be PIKACHU DAY! In Yokohama, every year there are parades celebrating the iconic cartoon… Read more TU Abroad Stories: Dorian Andrews (Part 2)
“Studying abroad in Ireland at Maynooth University was one of the best experiences of my life. I became best friends with people from France, Ireland, and Germany and continued to exchange postcards after returning home. Upon returning to Towson, I knew that I had to go back to my Irish home. Last summer, I interned… Read more TU Abroad Stories: Shelby Zimmerman
The Towson University Study Abroad Office would like to recognize TU athlete Lexi Littlefield. She is living, breathing proof that it is possible for athletes–or students with any busy schedule–to study abroad! Lexi went abroad to the UK during the Minimester of 2018. You can learn more about Lexi’s personal experience abroad from her… Read more Spotlight Story: Meet Lexi Littlefield
My name is Samantha Miller. During my senior year of high school I went to Belgium for a year abroad. In that year I grew as a person and I made friendships that will last a lifetime. I was able to study the culture of not only Belgium, but the cultures of all the other… Read more TU Abroad Stories: Samantha Miller
The Study Abroad Office invites you to experience Ecuador! Ecuador is a part of our priority countries campaign called “Hidden Gems”. This means that we are trying to encourage students to experience and discover places that have had less travel exposure. Please explore our program offerings for Ecuador! Studying abroad in Ecuador also gives students… Read more Hidden Gems: Ecuador
First impressions mean everything. You can learn a lot about a person from the first encounter, and maybe even determine whether or not he or she is a potential friend/acquaintance or not. After hearing the details of this family, I immediately wanted to have them! I am so grateful for the International Exchange Office… Read more TU Abroad Stories: Dorian Andrews (Part 1)
Many students think of Europe or Asia when they plan their studies abroad. For this reason, countries like Morocco are overlooked even though they have so much to offer students. The study abroad office has started a campaign to increase student travel to these lesser-known destinations. We invite you to learn about and fall… Read more Hidden Gems: Morocco
The Towson University Study Abroad Office invites you to learn about the Czech Republic! This landlocked country is nestled in the heart of Europe. It can easily be passed over for more familiar destinations like France or England. Don’t let the big dogs get all the glory! Show some love to this charming destination.… Read more Hidden Gems: Czech Republic
