Christian Study Abroad Podcast

The ACSD annual conference just wrapped up and we're recapping some stand-out moments on today's episode with Sara Hernandez and Eric Fehr, the Assistant Dean of Student Life & Learning at Grove City College. ACSD is the Association for Christians in Student Development and has grown a community of leaders and professionals within the field of higher education who are dedicated to caring for students during their collegiate careers. Today on the podcast, we're talking about the many intersections within student development and how curiosity can drive strong collaboration for Christian professionals who work with students in higher ed.

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Our guests today are Sara Hernandez and Eric. You can connect with them on LinkedIn here: https://www.linkedin.com/in/saramhernandez/ and https://www.linkedin.com/in/fehreric/

Connect with ACSD on LinkedIn here: https://www.linkedin.com/company/association-for-christians-in-student-development/posts/?feedView=all

The Christian Study Abroad Podcast is hosted by Greg Belgum, Vice President of Living & Learning International.

This Podcast is produced by Greg Belgum, Eli Freeman, and the L&LI Team.

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Join us as we reflect on the 2026 Christian Study Abroad Conference. On today's episode, Greg and Rachel discuss CSAC 2026, how the theme was lived out, the impact of the speakers and presentations, and where we're headed. The future of the CSAC community of professionals is exciting, as best practices are established, partnerships are developed, and opportunities for students continue to grow.

Join the Faculty Training in Baltimore and D.C., October 8-11, 2026: https://landli.org/faculty-led-training

You can mark your calendar today for the 2027 Christian Study Abroad Conference! From April 14-16, 2027, CSAC will be in St. Paul, Minnesota at Bethel University. Save the date: https://landli.org/christian-study-abroad-conference

Start planning your short-term study abroad, mission, or medical trip: https://forms.monday.com/forms/f27a77743d4e28e19d27f7ecb0a75e50?r=use1&ET+Interest+Form=

Get your copy of Further Up: The Journal of Christian Study Abroad: https://landli.org/further-up and submit a paper for the next issue: https://static1.squarespace.com/static/61254ac8233f5d42a268d061/t/69e95e02fa548a09b3d1177a/1776901634184/Christian+Study+Abroad+Journal+-+Call+for+Creative+Writing+Submissions+2027.pdf

Visit a Living & Learning campus, Fall 2026: https://landli.org/university-visit-week

Learn more about our sponsors:

www.gilmanscholarship.org, www.gordon.edu, www.scholartrip.com, www.worldstrides.com

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Dr. Kevin Conner is Department Chair and Professor of Psychology at Liberty University. He has led students on short-term study abroad trips to Europe, Central America, South America, and Africa. On today's episode of the podcast, we talk about Dr. Conner's passion for healthy marriages, families, and relationships which drives how he teaches students to see the study of psychology as an avenue to strive for the mind of Christ.

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Once seen as a bad decision for students in Intervarsity Christian Fellowship, study abroad was reimagined so that students could continue to grow in their faith even while away from their Christian community on their home campus.

Joining the podcast today is Adri Fonteijn, the National Director of Study Abroad at Intervarsity Christian Fellowship. We talk about how Intervarsity now offers a unique way for students to stay connected, be discipled, and see God move in their lives while they are studying abroad.

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Learn more about today's sponsor, Fellowship Travel on their website: https://fellowship.com/

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Our guest today is Adri Fonteijn. You can connect with him on LinkedIn at: https://www.linkedin.com/in/asfonteijn/

The Christian Study Abroad Podcast is hosted by Greg Belgum, Vice President of Living & Learning International.

This Podcast is produced by Greg Belgum, Eli Freeman, and the L&LI Team.

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Introducing Further Up: The Journal of Christian Study Abroad

Today's guests, Anastasia Kingsley, and David Martinez, PhD, both have deep experience in study abroad and global education and serve as the Editors of Further Up: The Journal of Christian Study Abroad. This new academic journal is a peer-reviewed, annual publication dedicated to advancing thoughtful reflection, scholarship, and practice at the intersection of Christian faith and global education.

With the first edition of Further Up launching this spring, we're excited to give you an inside look on what you'll find in the journal on this episode. Listen now to hear Greg's conversation with Anastasia and David — you will not only be inspired and encouraged by the articles you'll read, but you can also learn how to be a part of future publications of the journal!

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Our guests today are Anastasia Kingsley, Associate Director of Study Abroad at Liberty University, and David Martinez, PhD, Director, Center for Study Abroad at George Fox University. You can connect with them on LinkedIn here:

https://www.linkedin.com/in/anastasia-kingsley/

https://www.linkedin.com/in/david-martinez-7b5954393/

The Christian Study Abroad Podcast is hosted by Greg Belgum, Vice President of Living & Learning International.

This Podcast is produced by Greg Belgum, Eli Freeman, and the L&LI Team.

Want to join the community? Register for the 2026 Christian Study Abroad Conference!

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Our guest today is Dr. Amanda Kaminski.

The Christian Study Abroad Podcast is hosted by Greg Belgum, Vice President of Living & Learning International.

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Dr. Micah Hughes joined Greg Belgum on the Christian Study Abroad Podcast today to discuss the importance of experiential learning and how different steps along that cycle manifest through cross-cultural experience. Dr. Hughes, a study abroad alum himself, is the Director of the domestic study away program, Living & Learning East Coast at the Baltimore Urban Studies Center.

The Art of Crossing Cultures by Craig Storti: https://www.craigstorti.com/the-art-of-crossing-cultures-craig-storti-book

The Experiential Learning Cycle or Action-Learning by Penso a Te APS: https://pensoate.org/en/experiential-learning/

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Our guest today is Dr. Micah Hughes. You can connect with him on LinkedIn at: https://www.linkedin.com/in/micah-s-hughes/

The Christian Study Abroad Podcast is hosted by Greg Belgum, Vice President of Living & Learning International.

This Podcast is produced by Greg Belgum, Eli Freeman, and the L&LI Team.

Want to join the community? Register for the 2026 Christian Study Abroad Conference!

Visit the podcast homepage here!

We've "flipped the microphone" on today's episode with guest host, Rachel Roskoski. Rachel and Greg discuss the 50th CCCU International Forum in Dallas, Texas, focusing on the importance of Christian higher education as a transformative, rather than purely transactional, experience. They also explore themes from the conference like viewing higher education beyond career preparation, and how community and a faith-based culture are the most consistent and credible differentiators for Christian colleges.

Visit the CCCU Conference website: https://cccu-forum.squarespace.com/

Measuring the Good Life article in Christianity Today: https://www.christianitytoday.com/2025/05/global-flourishing-study-good-life/

Market survey NACCAP https://www.naccap.org/2025-market-research-study

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Our guest host today is Rachel Roskoski, Living & Learning International, Director of Experiential Tours. You can connect with her on LinkedIn at: https://www.linkedin.com/in/rachel-roskoski-946265114/

The Christian Study Abroad Podcast is hosted by Greg Belgum, Vice President of Living & Learning International. Connect with him on LinkedIn at: https://www.linkedin.com/in/greg-belgum/

This Podcast is produced by Greg Belgum, Eli Freeman, and the L&LI Team.

Want to join the community? Register for the 2026 Christian Study Abroad Conference!

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Dr. Rikki Brons serves as professor of language studies at Dordt University. She teaches Spanish at all levels, from Spanish 101 to upper levels of grammar and composition. She works with students interested in studying abroad. On today's episode, she shares about her earliest memory of travel and how it's impacted her. She sees language as a way to connect with others who are image bearers of God.

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The Christian Study Abroad Podcast is hosted by Greg Belgum, Vice President of Living & Learning International.

This Podcast is produced by Greg Belgum, Eli Freeman, and the L&LI Team.

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Dr. Ryan Hartwig serves as Provost and Vice President for Academic Affairs at Vanguard University. On today's episode he shares his personal and professional connection to study abroad and global education as well as the challenges and benefits of global education through the lens of university leadership.

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Our guest today is Ryan T. Hartwig, Ph.D., Provost and Vice President for Academic Affairs at Vanguard University. You can connect with him on LinkedIn at: https://www.linkedin.com/in/hartwigryan/

The Christian Study Abroad Podcast is hosted by Greg Belgum, Vice President of Living & Learning International.

This Podcast is produced by Greg Belgum, Eli Freeman, and the L&LI Team.

Want to join the community? Register for the 2026 Christian Study Abroad Conference!

Visit the podcast homepage here!