By Kristen Pugh
Marian University’s study abroad program makes visits to ideal destinations while earning credits for your degree—possible.
“Point anywhere on the map and I will find a way to get you there,” said Sister Margaretta Black, Director of Study Abroad.
Black discussed the importance of study abroad and how learning about another culture can help shape your future.
“It’s important to expand your mental ability by becoming engaged, learning, and appreciating another culture,” she said. “We go beyond ‘inside Indiana thinking.’ The world is much bigger. It’s good to know other customs and how to exercise their values for whichever career path you choose.”
Senior Tim Hendricks participated in Maymester, a study abroad program which lasts a few weeks, and traveled to Turkey, Greece, and Italy last summer.
“The entire experience was surreal,” said Hendricks. “I took away so much from the whole experience that it honestly made me a different person, a better person. I learned a great deal about the world. All of us learned what it means to be a part of humanity and we have in common with people we live oceans away from.”
There are opportunities to explore the Americas, Europe, Asia, Africa, and Australia. Costs for trips vary with length of time spent away, location, and the standards of living; however, discounts, scholarships, and grants are all a possibility for the trips.
Along with sight-seeing and learning the history behind your destination, students earn credits toward their degrees or internships
“Students should study abroad because they can,” said Hendricks. “I never thought I could do something like this.
“It will be the greatest experience of your life thus far, I can promise that.”
For more information or questions, contact Sister Margaretta Black. Her office is located in the basement of Clare Hall. Call (317) 955-6026 or email marga@marian.edu.
