Tag: Abroad
How the United Kingdom deals with one of the world’s biggest problems
Abroad columnist Saniya More writes about how London and the U.K. as a whole have dealt with terrorism. Read More »
England has one of the world’s largest healthcare systems, but that’s changing fast
Abroad columnist Saniya More writes about how England’s healthcare system works and why it is evolving. Read More »
London’s many ethnic communities make it a global hub
Abroad columnist Saniya More discusses how and why London is more diverse and immigrant-tolerant than New York. Read More »
Freshman explores the world and speaks 4 languages
Khang Tran is fluent in four languages, has lived in three different countries, is in a band and plays rugby. Read More »
London has unsuitable, yet charming city layout
Abroad columnist Saniya More writes about London’s unplanned urban structure that makes it one of the world’s most important cities. Read More »
A foreign perspective on the United States and Islam in London
Abroad Columnist Saniya More writes about observing the United States from an outsider’s perspective and reflects on Donald Trump’s presidency from miles away. Read More »
London is a new cup of tea
Settling into a new place is always difficult, even for seasoned traveler and abroad columnist Saniya Moore. Read More »
Packing to study abroad is not light work
Abroad columnist Saniya More struggled with getting her bags to the airline's weight limit, but while she was packing, she remembered what motivated her to study in London for a semester. Read More »
A reflection on my abroad experiences
Abroad columnist Katelyn Faubel reflects on her time studying abroad in Jordan and how the experience has changed her perspective on life. Read More »
Abroad columnist reflects on international Thanksgiving
Being abroad during one of the biggest U.S. family-oriented holidays poses a challenge for abroad columnist Katelyn Faubel to find ways to celebrate the holiday in Jordan. Read More »
International students discuss education experience in the U.S.
Almost one in ten of Syracuse University's student body is an international student. Five students offered their opinions and experiences with the United States' education system. Read More »
Thinking about the election from outsider perspective is important
Abroad columnist Katelyn Faubel asked local Jordanians about their reaction to the results of the 2016 general election and Trump's win. Read More »
Living in Syracuse doesn't have same community feel as Jordan abroad program
Abroad columnist Katelyn Faubel sees the pros and cons of being involved in study abroad and other foreign communities in Jordan that don’t have a lot of Jordanian involvement. Read More »
Catcalling becomes part of everyday life in Jordan
Abroad columnist Katelyn Faubel discusses the presence of sexual harassment in the patriarchal society of Jordan. Read More »
Traveling to the Southern part of Jordan illuminates a different lifestyle
During her fall break, abroad columnist Katelyn Faubel traveled to places in Southern Jordan where she experienced the life of Bedouins. Read More »
Sizable Jordan refugee population impacts study abroad experience
As the influx of refugees to many countries including Jordan continues to rise, abroad students should be aware of how this population affects their host country as well as the United States. Read More »
Syracuse University students take gap years despite negative connotations
Gap years, once considered only for the well-to-do or for those who weren’t planning to attend college, are becoming more common. Three students share their gap year stories and how these breaks have impacted their college experiences. Read More »
Abroad students should research how gender norms affect life in host country
As abroad columnist Katelyn Faubel learns more about how Jordan operates, she realizes the importance of patriarchal rule and gender specific roles in her host country. Read More »
Sudden events can shape any abroad experience
A significant death occurs near abroad columnist Katelyn Fauber's home, and she looks into how those events differ or are similar to those back in the US. Read More »
Weddings represent traditional Jordanian values, difference in cultures
While attending a traditional Jordanian wedding, abroad Katelyn Faubel takes a look at different aspects of the country's marriage culture. Read More »
Visiting less Westernized parts of Amman, Jordan proves valuable
Abroad columnist Katelyn Faubel discusses the remainder of her week off for Eid al-Adha and discusses the importance of full immersion when studying abroad. Read More »
Holiday celebrations offer a window into the culture of host countries
Abroad columnist finds that after an extended time off for the celebration of an Islamic holiday, family time together is highly valued in the culture of Jordan. Read More »