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Participant Takeover: Stepping Out of Your Comfort Zone
One of our high school participants, Sari Gilbert, wrote about her experience coming to the Dominican Republic for the Youth Development program. “Stepping out of your comfort zone can be... keep reading
Memorable Ending of First Week
Fun morning at Accion Callejera In the afternoon, students had a class in which it was discussed how to identify power and how can it be used positively and negatively... keep reading
Basic Twi for Going Out and About in Ghana
Like many other African countries, Ghana is multicultural and multilingual. Linguistic scholars like Opanin Agyekum say there are 50+ or 70+ Ghanaian languages depending on who is counting and how... keep reading
What I Wish I Knew Before Study Abroad
As you finish packing, listen to alumni share on our latest podcast what they wish they'd knew before their summer trip
4 Ways to Support Your Teen While They’re Studying Abroad
Check out our top tips to help you support your teen’s academic and personal growth abroad!
6 Students of Color Share Their High School Summer Abroad Experience
Check out the latest episode of our Out of Your Comfort Zone podcast, where we talk about being a high school student of color abroad.
What Are High School Summer Abroad Pre-Departure Tasks?
Pre-departure tasks are designed to ensure a seamless transition into your teen's high school summer abroad program. Discover what pre-departure tasks are all about.
Do's and Don'ts of High School Study Abroad
Check out our latest podcast where three high school students discuss their Do's and Don'ts on a high school summer abroad program!
A Parent’s Perspective on High School Summer Abroad
Want to hear from parents who sent their teens on program? Check out our podcast conversation featuring parents of Global Navigators who traveled to China, France, and Spain!
When Can My Teen Book Their Flight for High School Summer Abroad?
Your teen might be the first in the family to study abroad, to travel outside the U.S., and/or to take a solo flight. This is both exciting and nerve-wracking—so the... keep reading
How to Apply for Your First Passport
Prepare early for your study abroad adventure and apply for your first passport. Here’s how!
6 Tips to Choose Your High School Study Abroad Program
If you’re considering a study abroad adventure this academic year, follow these 6 important tips to help you choose your program.
Half Way Rewind
Tomorrow marks 2 weeks since we all arrived in Rome and met.. and 2 weeks until we all part ways and say goodbye. I can’t believe how quickly these two... keep reading
Cloudy Forest Travel Essentials
By María Celeste Barquero Always before traveling I make a great list so as not to forget anything, but guess what! There is always something that escapes us and is... keep reading
Cenotes & Playa
Our Language and Culture students enjoy being in the water and they have had the opportunity to go swimming a few times. All of them, as part of the program... keep reading