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Stampede in Seoul

October 29, 2022

CIS Abroad is aware of a massive Halloween stampede with many casualties that occurred this evening in the Itaewon area of Seoul. We have worked with our Site Director and confirmed that all CIS Abroad students onsite in Seoul are safe.

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Incident in Milan

October 27, 2022

It is being reported that there was a mass stabbing in Milan. While it is not a location where CIS Abroad operates, we are monitoring the situation ... Read More

Update on January and Spring 2023 Programs

August 30, 2022

Dear CIS Abroad Community, We are excited to be sending CIS Abroad students to Australia, Costa Rica, Czech Republic, England, Hawaii, Ireland, ... Read More

Update on Summer and Fall 2022 Programs

February 25, 2022

Dear CIS Community, We are excited to be sending CIS Abroad students to Australia, Costa Rica, Czech Republic, England, Hawaii, Ireland, Italy, ... Read More

CIS Abroad Update on Ukraine

February 24, 2022

Dear CIS Community, The following update is in response to the ongoing conflict and escalation to widespread airstrikes and shelling of cities in ... Read More

CIS Return to Travel Plan February Update

February 24, 2022

Dear Colleagues, The Center for International Studies (CIS Abroad) continues to proactively prepare for the lifting of university, state, national ... Read More

Update on COVID Vaccines, Boosters, and Omicron Variant for January & Spring 2022 Students

January 5, 2022

Dear CIS Community, We are excited to be sending CIS Abroad students to Hawaii, Spain, Ireland, Costa Rica, England, Italy, Czech Republic, Thailand, ... Read More

CIS Abroad Update on COVID Vaccines, Boosters, and Omicron Variant

November 30, 2021

Below you will find an update regarding COVID vaccines, boosters, and how we are monitoring the Omicron variant. COVID Vaccines & Boosters COVID ... Read More

CIS Abroad Return to Travel Plan: September 2021 Update

September 9, 2021

Dear Colleagues, The Center for International Studies (CIS Abroad) continues to proactively prepare for the lifting of university, state, national ... Read More

CIS Abroad's COVID-19 Vaccination Policy

August 31, 2021

<< For our most recent message and policies regarding COVID-19, please visit our Global Alerts page. >> Dear colleagues, students, and ... Read More

Updates for Fall 2021 Programs - Level 4 Travel Advisory

August 11, 2021

Dear CIS Abroad Community, Over the past month we have seen COVID numbers in many parts of the world surge due to the spread of the Delta variant. ... Read More

COVID Updates for Fall 2021 Programs

July 22, 2021

Dear Partners, We’re writing to you today with some updates about COVID, program delivery, and travel advisories as we head into Fall 2021 Study ... Read More

CIS Abroad Position on COVID-19 Vaccinations

May 25, 2021

Dear Partners, Below you will find CIS Abroad's position on COVID-19 Vaccinations for staff and program participants. 100% of U.S. based CIS Abroad ... Read More

Hear what students, interns, and alumni have to say

BOLDLY COMMITTED to providing the best experiences abroad

This past semester, I studied abroad in Tokyo, Japan. I aimed to live by the quote "Life begins at the end of your comfort zone," and because of that, I have gotten to experience incredibly fascinating things and meet amazing people. Tokyo almost feels like a second home to me now. I am immensely thankful for the opportunity to have experienced the beauty of Japan and its rich culture.

Kenae Turner

Elizabethtown College

Semester in Tokyo - Toyo University

Based on personal experience from my home University, Australia does not tend to be a popular destination for study abroad, likely due to its distance. However, I am extremely grateful I made the decision to come here. The geographical diversity, numerous cultural representations, and major cities so close to nature make Australia a truly unique and unforgettable country. Spending three and a half months here will be an experience I treasure for the rest of my life.

Joshua Grossman

Coastal Carolina University

Semester on the Gold Coast - Bond University

Everyday was something new. CIS provided a brilliant network of people so I never felt alone, but I got to explore a place completely different from anything I could have imagined. It was challenging, a new culture, a language I didn't know completely, a new place to navigate, but that was the beauty of it all. No one goes abroad searching for comfort, but you learn that comfort can be found anywhere, if you know how to look.

Alisa Geise

Virginia Commonwealth University

Semester in Costa Rica - Universidad Veritas

Studying abroad has allowed me to grow as a person. I have conquered fears, experienced new things, tried new foods, and met wonderful people who helped make my experience unforgettable. I am more confident in myself and the person that I want to be in the future.

Ashlyn Holmes

Texas A&M University - Corpus Christi

Semester on the Gold Coast - Bond University

Studying abroad in London has been an experience I will never forget. Living in a new country is something I think everyone should experience in their life. I've made so many new life long friendships I never would have unless I came here. I've also grown so much as a person and become more independent. The CIS team has been so supportive during the whole process. From applying to my program to arriving on campus in London. My site directors have been so helpful and supportive answering any questions I have. The social program activities were amazing and helped me see a different side of London than I would have without it. I will never forget this experience it really has changed me for the better.

Katlynn Orloski

Michigan State University

Semester in London - University of Roehampton

Studying abroad changed my life in all of the best ways and CIS Abroad made it all happen!! Through CIS I was able to make my first friends and integrate into the culture way easier than I would have on my own.

Amy Zochalski

Valparaiso University

Semester in Newcastle - University of Newcastle

My time abroad has been the most eye opening journey and I’m a more independent person because of it. I’m so grateful for all the experiences, friends, and memories I’ve made along the way!

Casey Ferguson

Kean University

Semester in Edinburgh - Edinburgh Napier University

Unlike many people on this trip who come with the intention of being a tourist, I feel like I had a different goal. I wanted to rediscover my culture and where I belonged. Being a hafu living in America and not fluent in Japanese, I was never really able to get in touch with my Japanese heritage. This trip completely changed that and I now have a goal of one day living in Japan for the rest of my life.

Dean Handler

University of Central Florida

Summer in Tokyo - J.F. Oberlin University

The CIS program was truly a one of a kind experience. I was able to meet many students from all across America, attend several events (such as food tours or a trip to Kyoto), and make many friends. I would not trade it for anything. I am thankful I decided to study with CIS Abroad. Before this, I was thinking about just plowing through my degree, getting my master's and PhD, and immediately entering society. However, this experience changed my life. Through meeting many people from many places, and living in a new area for an extended period of time, my view of my own philosophies, culture and place of living, changed. This would not have happened if I stayed in the states. I would say if you are able to go, you should go. There is no time like the present.

Lexington Whalen

University of South Carolina - Columbia

Semester in Tokyo - Toyo University

I spent the past 4 months in Tokyo, Japan and it has been a life changing experience. I have been on so many new adventures and met people who I will never forget. This trip really helped me grow as an individual and I cannot wait to see what adventure I go on next!

Gabriella Sandoval

Virginia Commonwealth University

Semester in Tokyo - Toyo University

Studying abroad in Japan was lifechanging! Embracing a rich culture, forging international friendships, and gaining valuable insights broadened my perspective , fostering personal growth and unforgettable memories.

Bricen Williams

West Texas A&M University

Semester in Tokyo - Toyo University

I knew I wanted to study abroad, particularly in Japan, because it was on my bucket list. Thanks to CIS, I was able to go to Tokyo! Even now, it is surreal to me that I got to go! I can't put it into words how much fun I had in Tokyo. I enjoyed every second of my time there, from walking around the bustling streets of Shibuya and Shinjuku to going to class, eating delicious Japanese cuisine, and even going to the convenience store. Even the simplest things were incredibly fun to me. I was initially anxious about being homesick, my Japanese skills and traveling alone, but I'm happy to say that I very quickly made lovely, lifelong friends and was met with nothing but kindness from the locals. I learned not to let my worries get in the way of an opportunity of a lifetime. Thank you, CIS Abroad. I am eternally grateful for the opportunity I had to go to Tokyo.

Sada Chaudhury

Hunter College

Summer in Tokyo - J.F. Oberlin University

During my time in Costa Rica, I took Intermediate Conversation and Cultural Photography at Veritas University. I really enjoyed how relaxed the classes were and how the teachers taught us not only Spanish, but also culture and day-to-day life. I was also involved in the biology lab here (BIOMOL) and had fun doing some lab work every week. Not only with classes, I got to explore multiple places with my program, such as Manuel Antonio, Curubandé, and Jaco. I went surfing for the first time and got to hike some amazing trails. I highly recommend traveling to Costa Rica for study abroad; it is a beautiful country with beautiful people and memories to make!

Lauren Adams

William Woods University

Summer in Costa Rica

I took Spanish for Healthcare Professionals and Conflict Resolution & Healthcare at Universidad Veritas in San Jose, Costa Rica. I really enjoyed how interactive my elective class was; the students often led the class by doing presentations on various topics. We also had a field trip to the local school. My favorite part of the study abroad experience was all the weekend trips. It was awesome to see so many different places in the country. My favorite trip was to Tamarindo and Curubande where I got to take a surf lesson and hike to waterfalls.

Faith Johnson

University of Michigan - Ann Arbor

Summer in Costa Rica

This past month I spent my time studying abroad in Sorrento, Italy with CIS Abroad. The opportunity of being able to study in Italy was a dream come true! From my peers in the program to Frankie and Kayla, everyone has been so open and welcoming. CIS has done any amazing job making sure I felt prepared for my travels and was available to answer my many questions. Without CIS, this opportunity would have seemed like a dream, but they helped me turn it into a reality. I have met some amazing friends and grown into a better person during my time in Sorrento!

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Kenae Turner

Elizabethtown College

Joshua Grossman

Coastal Carolina University

Alisa Geise

Virginia Commonwealth University

Ashlyn Holmes

Texas A&M University - Corpus Christi

Katlynn Orloski

Michigan State University

Amy Zochalski

Valparaiso University

Casey Ferguson

Kean University

Dean Handler

University of Central Florida

Lexington Whalen

University of South Carolina - Columbia

Gabriella Sandoval

Virginia Commonwealth University

Bricen Williams

West Texas A&M University

Sada Chaudhury

Hunter College

Lauren Adams

William Woods University

Faith Johnson

University of Michigan - Ann Arbor

Alana Bergin

University of Alabama - Tuscaloosa