
Jon Shepherd
Bethel University Global Studies
AlumniMy first trip abroad was to Mexico when I was in college, studying Spanish. That experience changed everything for me; it brought the language to life...
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Toucan Abroad
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Sign up for this meaningful program, which brings you together with students from throughout the US. Toucan Abroad aims to broaden your perspective through exposure to the responsibilities and functions of licensed physical therapy specialists, helping you grow into a future leader in the field. Sha
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Program: Physical Therapy Shadowing in Puerto Vallarta, Mexico
My study abroad experience with Toucan Abroad was one of the best of my life. It was the perfect blend of learning and fun while being in Mexico! Each clinic I visited was filled with the kindest staff and patients they were all welcoming and really wanted to help us learn about Physical Therapy. Having the ability to care and get to know the patients in such a short time while also being able to help them was something I will cherish. Despite being in each clinic for four days, I feel like I learned so much from each that was helpful to my education. We also went on so many fun excursions around Puerto Vallarta like horse back riding, ziplining, surfing and even paintball! Everyone on the trip was so friendly and we formed life long friendships! I found this opportunity only a month before leaving but it was truly one of the best decisions to go!



Alumni and staff share what it's really like to go abroad

Jon Shepherd
Bethel University Global Studies
AlumniMy first trip abroad was to Mexico when I was in college, studying Spanish. That experience changed everything for me; it brought the language to life...
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Nnenna Umelloh
(CLOSED) Sol Education Abroad
AlumniOne of my goals is to become an international citizen. I believe experiencing and understanding various cultures is critical. I have always wanted to ...
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Amanda Vergara
CGEE
AlumniSince my first year at St. Olaf College, I have been inspired by the many students who have gone abroad. I knew that my college actively supported stu...
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Thomas Pardue
(CLOSED) Sol Education Abroad
AlumniI am a scholarship recipient and I had a stipend to have it fully paid. I absolutely had no intention or desire to go study abroad. I am turning 40 ye...
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Bailey Spalding
(CLOSED) Sol Education Abroad
AlumniAs a freshman in college, I was tremendously anxious about anything that made me step out of my incredibly small comfort zone. I am from a small, rura...
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DeEstan Turner
(CLOSED) Sol Education Abroad
AlumniI chose to study abroad in part because it was required for my degree, but more importantly I wanted an international experience that could set me apa...
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Alyssa Goodstein
(CLOSED) Sol Education Abroad
AlumniI needed to work on my language skills and have an international experience for my CV.
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Traci Garcia
(CLOSED) Sol Education Abroad
AlumniI chose to study abroad because I wanted to immerse myself in a language and culture completely different from my own. It is one thing to read about a...
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Chloe Zhelka
CGEE
AlumniI saw in study abroad the opportunity to challenge myself with lots of unknowns, to explore another place and culture, and to immerse myself in experi...
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Alexandra Buffalohead
CGEE
AlumniI decided to study abroad because I have heard so many stories from my grandpa, aunt, and uncle about their experiences and wanted to have my own adve...
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Lauren Cummins
CGEE
AlumniI wanted to study abroad because I had previous experience traveling with my family and knew from those trips that I grow a lot through travel. I figu...
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Galina Bruckner
CGEE
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