Why We're Grateful for Our Study Abroad Alumni

EdOdyssey is grateful for all our students who have been involved in our past programs, especially our study abroad alumni from our Peru program who were inspired to call Lima, Peru their home for a semester. They have returned from one of the most enriching experiences of their lives, and we are grateful to have shared their journey. 

Studying abroad allows students the opportunity to care more deeply for international communities, stay involved with education and travel, and inspire others to get outside of their comfort zones. From experiencing different cultures, making long-lasting friendships, and having amazing immersive experiences, we want all EdOdyssey Alumni to know that they make our programs special. 

During a season of thankfulness, we encourage current students and alumni to reflect on the various ways international education have shaped their lives. We hope the current study abroad students in Lima will continue to use their global experiences as a resource and remain inspired as they explore all that the world has to offer.

Here are three pieces of advice from EdOdyssey Alumni for students planning to go abroad! 

Maddie reflected on her experience and offered some advice for other students overseas. Get to know host families and spend time when you can with them, because they’re a great resource practicing Spanish and having people to be around in your daily life while getting to know a foreign country. Also, practice patience with yourself and others. You have it within you, it just takes practice and time. 

Do you consider yourself to be a spontaneous traveler? Katherine advises students to have a decent amount of cash and change at all times. Sometimes there’s different rules in certain places, or you might not expect to visit a place during the day with certain entrance fees or activities you’d like to participate in. 

Margaret recommends study abroad students to really get to know their new neighborhood abroad, such as walking around and getting to know it for themselves, instead of following friends along. Join a club, or other activity. Margaret joined a yoga studio and not only met others, practiced Spanish, but also found joy in an activity while abroad. 

Since their time abroad, our alumni have been helping immigrants, gaining temporary experience and searching for exciting opportunities in new cities! Check out this video below featuring EdOdyssey alumni:

Many of us can agree that some of the best moments of life as a study abroad student occurred while we were overseas. A special thanks to EdOdyssey Study Abroad Alumni for providing thoughtful tips and insight for other students to make the most of their time studying abroad. We are appreciative of what you’ve all learned from studying abroad! 

A huge “Thank You” from the EdOdyssey staff for the opportunity to continue to encourage people to change the world one immersive program at a time. 

Interested in more testimonials? Check out what our alumni are saying here!

Happy Thanksgiving to all of you!