University of Northern Iowa: Capstone in Greece
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As participants in this program, students will gain an appreciation of Greek classical, medieval, and modern civilizations by traversing Greece, visiting ancient archeological sites, exploring Byzantine castles and monasteries, touring numerous mu... read more
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I not only learned about history, but I saw it in person. I was in front of the Parthenon and saw the ruins of the Minoans. It was incredible and it's hard to explain everything I gained from it. It was the most worthwhile experience I've had and it's opened my eyes to a new part of the world. This experience has motivated me to... A student - University of Northern Iowa View Entire Review
I loved learning on location and becoming more comfortable being by myself in a country with a different language. A student - University of Northern Iowa View Entire Review
I learned a lot about myself. I was always shy and didn't like to get out of my comfort zone, but being in a foreign country forced me out of that zone almost always. A student - University of Northern Iowa View Entire Review
I gained "street independence;" the ability to find my way in busy areas, communicate a bit with locals, and use the currency (without getting ripped off). I now feel more confident in my every day life knowing I have the ability to do these things. Lauren P - University of Northern Iowa View Entire Review
i grew as a person in ways i never could have imagined. A student - University of Northern Iowa View Entire Review
Opened my eyes to a new culture. I would definately do it again Erin F - University of Northern Iowa View Entire Review
I loved the culture and the people. I loved how laid back they are and it taught me to not have to be in such a hurry all the time. Katie H - University of Northern Iowa View Entire Review
I learned that we're not the only ones in the world. I learned about a completely different culture than my own. It was truly eye opening. I would do this trip again in a heart beat. Zach B - University of Northern Iowa View Entire Review
It was definitely worth it to go so in depth about the history and culture of one country, and being able to interact with some many different people. Ryan M - University of Northern Iowa View Entire Review
I learned a lot of contextual things, and yes it was worthwhile. jbancroftsmithe - University of Northern Iowa View Entire Review
I have gained a better understanding of Greek history and the culture not just from ancient times, but modern as well. I really liked that we didn't just focus on one time period. kkofoot - University of Northern Iowa View Entire Review
Yes, I learned so much about Greek culture both educationally and socially. Going to Greece has made me want to travel even more. Haley J - University of Northern Iowa View Entire Review
It was so different to experience a foreign culture... It gives you a greater perspective in knowing how much is really out there that is so different from the United States. I know that anybody that goes on this trip with enjoy it greatly. Taylor S - University of Northern Iowa View Entire Review
I have gained such a better understanding of cultural differences and people in general. It was awesome to get out of my cultural box and adapt to a different place and lifestyle for three weeks. I feel much more rounded as a person and made 18 new friends, which I'd say made it worthwhile. Paul Pins - University of Northern Iowa View Entire Review
Not only did I learn so much about a new culture, but I learned a lot about myself and my culture as well. It was so cool to look at my culture through a new lens and get to live in another culture for a while. My only regret is that I had to leave. A student - University of Northern Iowa View Entire Review
I learned that Greece has been struggling economically, power wise, and leadership wise. I did not know that Greece played a key role in World War II. A student - University of Northern Iowa View Entire Review
Learned a lot of worldly insight. Sabrina S - University of Northern Iowa View Entire Review
It was worthwhile, and I mostly gained a lot of cultural experience as well as a historical insight into Greece as well. Christopher A - University of Northern Iowa View Entire Review
I learned so much about a culture and its components and its affects on its people. I also learned a lot about myself and how much of the world I still need to explore and learn about. Makenzie N - University of Northern Iowa View Entire Review
I learned more about myself and how the world works. yes it was worthwhile A student - University of Northern Iowa View Entire Review
Aside from the actual class, I learned a ton about international/European culture, and it was very worthwhile. Dylan S - University of Northern Iowa View Entire Review
I gained a comfort with being in a completely unfamiliar place. My interest in and understanding of Ancient Greek history and modern Greek issues has increased in many ways and only just begun in other ways. It was worthwhile because this experience has permanently made Greek history and culture a personal part of my life experi... Nathaniel R - University of Northern Iowa View Entire Review
I learned a ton about Greek history and art, it was quite worthwhile A student - University of Northern Iowa View Entire Review
I learned about a different culture and way of life, and was definitely worthwhile, could have stayed there longer. A student - University of Northern Iowa View Entire Review
no. I should have visited Greece on my own. But i must say, this class took me places that i wouldn't have visited on my own. Anna H - University of Northern Iowa View Entire Review
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As participants in this program, students will gain an appreciation of Greek classical, medieval, and modern civilizations by traversing Greece, visiting ancient archeological sites, exploring Byzantine castles and monasteries, touring numerous museums and art galleries, wandering the streets of dozens of Greek cities, traveling to a few of Greece’s renowned islands, and meeting contemporary Greeks.
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