Topic: International Exchange, Semester Abroad, Korea University (Seoul, South Korea)

Guest: Jackie Vu (Panther Pal and Study Abroad Alumnus)

Links: Korea University Program Brochure

Synopsis: Jackie discusses her multilingual abilities, cultural adjustment and immersion, academic preparations, budgeting, and the Panther Pal program in this episode of the Chapman Study Abroad Podcast. Jackie studied business analytics at Korea University as an exchange student during the Fall 2022 semester. Listen in to learn more!

Apply to be a Panther Pal! (must be a current student at Chapman University)

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Topic: Internships, Professional Development, Semester Abroad, Domestic Programs, Washington, DC

Guest: Katie Whitman

Links: Washington Semester Program Brochure

Synopsis: Katie shares her stories from her domestic study abroad program that took place in Washington, DC in Spring 2020. We discuss the general application process, orientation and housing, what to expect, and much more! Listen in to hear all about why YOU should attend a semester in Washington, DC.

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Topic: International Exchange, Semester Abroad, Soochow University, Taipei, Taiwan

Guest: Sonia Liu (Incoming Exchange Student from Soochow University in Taiwan)

Links: Soochow University Program Brochure

Synopsis: Sonia explains her study abroad perspectives on life at Chapman University, as a full-time student at Soochow University in Taiwan. She explains what you can expect if you plan to study abroad in Taiwan and major differences between the US and her home country.

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Topic: International Internship, EUSA, Madrid, Spain

Guest: Brianna Schatt, Double Major in Documentary Film and Peace Studies

Links:

Madrid, Spain International Internship Program Brochure

Synopsis: Brianna breaks down her experiences working as an intern in Madrid, Spain in Summer 2022.

Music: https://www.bensound.com

Topic: Macquarie University, Semester Abroad, Sydney, Australia

Guest: Priyash "Pri" Jain, Business Admin major and Music Business minor

Links:

Macquarie University Semester Abroad Program Brochure

Synopsis: Pri discusses why Australia and Macquarie in particular were his top choices and how his destination and university provided such as welcoming environment.

Music: https://www.bensound.com

Topic: First Generation, First Gen

Guest: Angelique Acuna, CEA in Paris Alumnus, Double major in Film Studies and Art History

Links:

CEA in Paris - Liberal Arts & Social Sciences Semester Abroad Program

CEA in Paris - Study + Internship Semester Abroad Program

Synopsis: I ask Angelique about why she wanted to study abroad, why Paris, the obstacles she faced, and to share advice with other first-generation students.

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Topic: Dr. Stewart's experience and thoughts on study abroad

Guest: Reginald Chhen Stewart (Chapman's Inaugural Vice President of Diversity, Equity and Inclusion)

Links:

Dr. Stewart's Biography

Synopsis: Dr. Stewart discusses his relationship with study abroad as an undergrad, offers an alternative perspective on participating, and acknowledges the value of the experience.

Music: https://www.bensound.com

Topic: Philippines, Travel Course, SCC 329/DOC 329: Social Nonfiction Methodologies

Guest: Sarah Kaino, Travel Course Alum

Links:

One Travel Course, Four Languages to Know (Sarah Kaino's blog about her experience)

Jeepney (Documentary Sarah made for her course)

Synopsis: Sarah discusses how her trip to the Philippines was meant to be just another course but turned out to be an exploration of her identities.

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Topic: Wellington, New Zealand, Victoria University of Wellington

Guest: Laurel Tamayo, Victoria University of Wellington Alumnus, Environmental Science and Film Production double-major

Links:

Arcadia University - Victoria University of Wellington Program Brochure

Laurel Tamayo ([email protected])

Laurel Tamayo's "Learning From New Zealand" Documentary

Synopsis: Laurel Tamayo discusses her semester abroad at the Victoria University of Wellington, including her housing, courses, and how she's been inspired by her experience abroad.

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Topic: CEA, COVID-19 Protocols

Guest: Matthew Janus, CEA West Regional Director

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Links:

CEA Semester Abroad Programs

Matthew Janus ([email protected])

Synopsis: Matthew discusses CEA's policies and regulations regarding COVID-19, as well as what life is like in each country Chapman students study abroad in through CEA.

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