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Annotated Bibliography: The Impact of Participation of Study Abroad

This bibliography will explore some of the existing research on both the short and long-term effects of participation in a study abroad program, particularly as it relates to students’ professional and personal growth. The articles below examine factors such as academic path, career choice, and level of global engagement post-graduation.
Paige, R. M., Fry, G. W., Stallman, E. M., Josic, J., & Jon, J. (2009). Study Abroad for Global Engagement: The Long-Term Impact of Mobility Experiences. Intercultural Education, 20S29-S44.
“To what extent do those who have studied abroad demonstrate commitment to civic and public engagement?” To answer this question, the researchers of …show more content…

institution. Their findings support the existing research indicating that in comparison with peers who did not study abroad, alumni of study abroad programs showed higher levels of civic engagement in all areas of international importance, and higher levels of civic engagement in some areas of domestic importance. In addition, participants demonstrated higher levels of voluntary simplicity and of philanthropic activity for organizations devoted to the arts, education, the environment, and social justice. Alumni of study abroad reported much higher levels of engagement in internationally-oriented leisure activities, but there was no difference between the two groups in terms of social entrepreneurship or in knowledge …show more content…

Longer programs also correlated with international careers, as the global-work alumni were 40% more likely to have studied abroad for a full academic year than the alumni whose careers remained domestically focused and whom participated in shorter, summer and semester-long programs. Also, housing abroad played a major role in career path, as alumni working globally were more likely to have lived with a host family and less likely to have lived in apartments with American students. Furthermore, the authors found that repeat experiences abroad influenced whether or not alumni ultimately chose global careers post-graduation. This outcome suggests that the more international experiences one has, the more likely one is to develop a globally-oriented

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In this book, Bauerlein argues that technology as a whole has had the opposite of its intended effect on American youth. According to his argument, young adults in the United States are now entirely focused on relational interactions and, in his view, pointless discussions concerning purely social matters, and have entirely neglected intellectual pursuits that technology should be making much simpler. He calls on various forms of data in order to prove that the decline is very significant and quite real. This book is meant to be a thorough and compelling study on the reality of what technology has caused in the U.S.
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C Wright Mills The Promise Analysis
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My ideologies, upbringing and identity play a huge role in setting me apart as an international student in a predominantly large college, consisting of a majority of Americans. Thinking about what led me to actually be here at Syracuse University, away from my home, half way across the globe and combing Mill’s theory, it all comes together and makes sense. A few members of my family received an education abroad in the United States. My family history of people going abroad to study, eventually led my parents and I to decide that I wanted to study in the United States as well. Besides this, several social structures also influenced this decision.
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Health for All: The Promise of the Affordable Health Care Act for Racially and Ethnically Diverse Populations
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Raising Minimum Wage Essay
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Minimum wage should be increased because millions of Americans will be saved from a life of poverty. With inflation increasing every year, it is necessary to raise the minimum wage to keep up the living cost.
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Rachel B Vogelstein Gender Equality Analysis
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This advice included the usefulness of having familiarity with another language, traveling or studying abroad, the effectiveness of internships in the international relations field, and how you can convert internships into full time positions. She highlights the importance of finding resource or support systems that can help students navigate the field of global affairs. Her advice echoed many of the advice and conversations that we have had in our seminars. Constantly, Dr. Mazzara and Ms. Jeon underline the importance of the program, and stress that finding a network to support us is critical to our success. We have already begun to establish a network: with each other, where we can ask each other for advice and be around later when we enter the professional
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Civic Engagement Research Paper
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After 10 years of helping people and participating in the communities I have found myself in, I have grown to fully understand the importance of and role that civic engagement plays in the lives of the participants and the society at large. I believe that civic engagement is very important because it encourages the members of the society to be proactive about addressing problems in the community. I also think that making civic engagement a required course for all students is a way of ensuring that all Drexel students understand their civic responsibilities and are more sensitive to societal issues in any community they find themselves in. I hope that at the end of this course, I will have a full understanding of civic engagement and my civic responsibilities as an international student in
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Persuasive Essay Gap Year
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Standing out of the crowd is a great way to get attention for a good job or acceptance into a university. Taking a gap year to study abroad can open many doors and help teens become better equipped to identify and interact with people from other cultures. “With so many international experiences available, more than 80% of gap year students say their experiences make them more globally aware” (Salisbury). In an expanding business world, increased cultural awareness and even language skills will help future teens of the workforce be more successful in their careers.
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International Student's Challenge And Adjustment To College
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The U.S. enrolled a record-breaking number of international students during the 2013-2014 school year, about 886,052 undergraduate and graduate students were enrolled in colleges and universities throughout the United States (US News). Research by Texas A&M University revealed that international students deal with academic challenges, social isolation, and cultural adjustment. Specifically, academic challenges included communication with professors, classmates, and staff (International Student’s Challenge and Adjustment to College). International students suffer homesickness and hardships, because of the stressful and lonely lifestyle. First of all, some International students often have to deal with social isolation when communicating in
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Personal Narrative: My Trip To Florida State University
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When looking back on my time at Florida State University, nothing comes to mind more so than my trip to London. While in my freshman year of college I was afforded the opportunity to study abroad during spring break. I was enrolled in a cultural anthropology course, and jumped at the chance to travel with a small group of students. My summer and fall semesters had left me feeling disconnected, so the chance to get to know people on a personal level while sharing new experiences seemed ideal. For an entire week I was eating differently, sleeping differently, and learning differently. This was exactly what I was looking for. We went to countless museums, cathedrals, and even took a day trip to Stonehenge. My friend Thomas and I, which I would
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Challenges Faced by students
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McLachlan, Debra A., and Jessica Justice. "A Grounded Theory of International Student Well-Being." Journal Of Theory Construction & Testing 13.1 (2009): 27-32. Academic Search Premier. Web. 13 Nov. 2013.Pp. 1, 3, & 4
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The Positive Impact of Teen Travel Abroad
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Bouchaud, Andrea. "Transitioning Into Life Abroad." Weblog post. The Study Abroad Blog. N.p., n.d. Web. 26 Feb. 2014.
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Personal Statement
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When I was in high school, I dreamed of studying abroad. I have always wanted to be independent and explore the unknown on my own which gives me the opportunity to gain precious experience and knowledge. Besides that, I want to be more serious in learning about myself and improving myself especially in decision-making to solve new problems, doing everything on my own as well as discover my new abilities and strengths which are vital for my personal development. Being immersed and exposed to new culture and being surrounded by many other international students from all around the world will open a new horizon for me to experience. Exploring and learning many cultures and different lifestyles at the same time will help me improve my communication skills. Studying abroad would be a precious and unique opportunity for me as I will be able to pursue a world standard education.
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Persuasive Essay Study Abroad
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It is no secret that in recent years, the United States education system has been drastically compared to other leading countries such as China, Russia, and Europe. According to the USA Study Abroad program through the U.S. Department of Education and the U.S. Department of State, studying abroad gives you the skills and knowledge you need to succeed in the 21st century. (“Why Study Abroad?”, USA Study Abroad, 2016)
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Autobiography Essay for International College Application
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I always want to be an international student because I believe that learning in different surroundings will offer me a chance to explore the world. In order to become one, I have been preparing myself for this upcoming challenge. Long years of studying and paying most of my attention to school work made me wonder whether it is worthwhile to spend so much time on textbooks and became curious about what it is like to study in another country. In 2011, I seized the opportunity provided by my senior high school and became an exchange student in the U.S. . I didn’t fit in perfectly in the beginning, but throughout my exchange year, I had learned to adapt m...
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