Humans of Global Education

Major: MBA
Program: CU Denver in Germany & Czechia: Business Insights & Cultural Delights

I did not study abroad when I was an undergraduate studying engineering at the University of Michigan and it was my biggest regret from my time as an undergraduate. So I jumped at the opportunity to study abroad now as a graduate student...

Major: Mechanical Engineering (BS)
Program: CU Denver in Japan & Taiwan: International Dimensions of Technology and Culture 

When studying abroad in both Taiwan and Japan I felt that it broadened the view of the world for me. Since this was the first time I was across the world in an entirely different continent. I think my favorite thing was going to the Taiwan night markets...

Major: Landscape Architecture
Program: CU Denver in Finland: Architecture & Landscape Interdisciplinary Design Study

My experience in Finland served as a maturation of my understanding of urban nature. With my case study of a large wetland preserve in the city of Helsinki, I came to understand a concept of nature here that has yet to gain mainstream...

Major: Communications
Program: CU Denver in Spain: Food Fight

This international educational experience greatly impacted my academic interests and career planning. Delving into Catalan culinary culture has sparked a strong interest in cultural studies, which might influence my future major...

Major: Marketing (BS/BA)
Program: CU Denver in Spain: Waking Your Entrepreneurial Spirit in Barcelona

Studying abroad in Barcelona was my first time traveling on my own and the entire journey was daunting but also exhilarating. I was able to gain a new sense of independence. Being able to navigate language barriers, and navigate a city foreign to me truly showed me I am more capable than I had originally thought. Truthfully, I was a bit anxious when I arrived in Spain...

Major: BSNU (Nursing)
Program: CU Anschutz in Guatemala: Undergraduate Nursing Community/Population Health Clinical Experience

Interacting with the communities of Guatemala has opened my eyes to the richness of diversity and the importance of listening to and accepting different cultures as a future nurse. Experiencing the Guatemalan culture firsthand has altered my perspective...

Major: Fine Arts (BFA)
Program: CIS Abroad Florence, Italy: Florence University of the Arts

Ever since being exposed to the culture of Florence, I've learned how to slow down and appreciate the little moments. I was able to let go of the productivity standards that I've experienced in America, and really take my time...

Major: International Studies
Program: CU Denver in China: Semester in Beijing

Study abroad has made me realize everyone has their own way of life. There is no 'right' way to do things and I think there is a misunderstanding with people from around the world that cause miscommunication. My worldview has...

Major: International Studies
Program: CU Denver in China: Semester in Beijing

My experience in China gave me an appreciation for what the State Department calls "citizen diplomacy," which is the idea that forming friendships and doing good work abroad has real consequences in how you view other countries and cultures...

Major: MBA
Program: CU Denver in Spain: Waking Your Entrepreneurial Spirit in Barcelona

Despite being a bit stoic during our final night in Sitges together, I can confess that I became pretty emotional on my trip back home. Our study abroad trip to Barcelona has truly been one of the best experiences of my adult life. The connections...

Major: Music (BS)
Program: CU Denver in Korea: Korea Goes Global & CU Denver in Czechia: Recording Studio in Prague

When I went to South Korea with CU Denver in the summer of 2018, I made sure to take all the pictures I could so I can remember everything. These four images just encompass a small piece of my trip, as South Korea was the trip where I had many firsts...