(By Lindsey Snyder ’25, staff writer)
Study abroad offers a unique opportunity for students to immerse themselves in a new environment and to facilitate personal growth through global experiences.
The fall semester abroad program in London, England, gives students of any major the opportunity to fulfill course requirements while attending Kingston University.
Kingston University is located in Kingston-upon-Thames, a riverside town in southwest London. The lively, countryside town has plenty to offer, from shops to a range of restaurants, pubs and cafes, and is a 25-minute train ride to central London.
Caleigh Keiser, a junior medical humanities and sociology major, recently studied abroad in London and enjoyed her time there.
“My favorite part of studying abroad has been traveling and experiencing a different part of the world at a slower pace, allowing immersion into a new culture beyond the big touristy places,” Keiser said.
Students who study abroad not only get to grow academically in a culturally new environment but also grow and challenge themselves outside their comfort zone.
“I feel that studying abroad has taught me a lot about myself, and taught me independence,” Keiser said. “Before studying abroad, I was afraid to go to new places alone, but now I feel much more confident in myself and my ability to travel solo.”
Anyone interested in spending a semester abroad can contact Jamie LaPine, the associate director of global education, at lapine@lvc.edu.