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France : Reviews (Loire Valley)

The following program review responses have been selected for publication by UGA StudyAway
Program Evaluation
Stephen Lester Hewell, Summer 2017 Participant
The campus was in safe neighborhood and one of the chicest in the city!

 

Summer 2016 Participant
The workload of this program was perfectly balanced for a study abroad program. The workload was manageable, but not overwhelming. The program allowed students to learn both inside and outside of the classroom. The professors on the program also went above and beyond to carry learning beyond the classroom-- even if they were not a specific student's professor. I could not put together a better, more cohesive group of professors, or think of one thing to change in regards to this aspect of the program. I truly cherish my time abroad not only because of things I did on my own, but also the things I experienced, explored, or was guided through by a professor on their own time. It was a wonderful experience.

 

Amanda Shine Werth, Summer 2016 Participant
The classes are all very interesting and allow you to talk about things you may not usually have an opportunity to in a regular classroom setting.

 

Summer 2023 Participant
Mont Saint-Michel was incredible, probably my favorite, and I loved staying in Saint-Malo. The chateaux were beautiful, and seeing all the WWII sites was really interesting, and put a lot of the information I already knew in a whole different perspective.

 

Summer 2017 Participant
Fantastic. I definitely felt like we had a lot of opportunities to interact with the culture.

 

Summer 2022 Participant
thought the professors did a great job of planning and leading us the whole trip

 

Summer 2016 Participant
The program fee, though seemingly large at first, covered so much that at the end of the trip I am truly amazed the program only cost that little. Not at any point did I feel my money was going to waste. Everything that fee went towards from housing to airport transportation, to housing, to excursions, to dinners, to weekend accommodations went above and beyond my expectations. Additionally, as much fun as exploring on Europe on your own is, it was nice to have two weekend trips handled almost entirely for you.

 

Summer 2016 Participant
This program exceeded all of my expectations. It was so thoroughly planned in every aspect that there are no "bumps in the road" for students which allowed students to enjoy every thing to the fullest. It was fun, and the academic component was there, but the two melded together in a way I did not anticipate.

 

Stephen Lester Hewell, Summer 2017 Participant
No amount of money could equate to the value of this program.

 

Summer 2016 Participant
This program was excellent and I would recommend it to any UGA student interested in studying abroad.

 

Summer 2017 Participant
I was very pleased with the program, especially my professors

 

Noam Kleinman, Summer 2019 Participant
Fantastic program, I had a lot of fun while learning even more.

 

Katherine Nicole Sarris, Summer 2017 Participant
This program was amazing! We had class in the morning and then plenty of free time to explore Paris on our own.

 

Summer 2023 Participant
This program is amazing! The teachers are very knowledgeable and very friendly and genuinely want to get to know each student. The excursions are also amazing and provide opportunities that would not be possible without the program.

 

Summer 2023 Participant
Make sure to strike out on your own at least for one afternoon- try to immerse yourself in the culture and observe the people around you. It's just really interesting and can make you feel like you stand out less if you know what you need to change about your behavior to blend in to the environment a little better.

 

Summer 2016 Participant
Incredible experience

 

Summer 2016 Participant
I will always remember this study abroad as the best 6 weeks of my undergraduate education. I experienced more about the world in the 6 weeks I spent in Paris than I have in my 3 years in undergrad. I am so glad that I picked this program for my study abroad, and I wish that I could participate in it again next year!

 

Rachel Renee Adornato, Summer 2017 Participant
This program was life-changing for me. It's strange that six weeks can feel like a long time while you're living it, being impacted by it, but then you return home to everything being the same as when you left it. I came home from Europe a more well-rounded, independent person. The friendships I made on this program are rare and special, as well as the experiences themselves. It's one thing to see pictures and learn about history from afar, but getting to see the Eiffel Tower, Notre Dame, and places like Place de la Concorde in person while learning about their cultural and historical significance, that is unique. That's the kind of thing this program can do for you. It's long enough for you to adapt to an entirely new way of living in an urban, European city, and get really familiar with the French state. 10/10 would recommend and I would do it all again in a heartbeat!

 

Summer 2017 Participant
I wish I could do it all over again!

 

Summer 2017 Participant
The UGA à Paris program was fantastic. The teachers were amazing as well as all of the students who participated. This is something you can't miss out on!

 

Stephen Lester Hewell, Summer 2017 Participant
Simply put, the best six weeks of my life.

 

Summer 2017 Participant
I was so pleased with my professors and the experience I had studying in Paris. I came back to the States a more confident and cultured self, and I made a ton of amazing friends in the process!

 

Summer 2017 Participant
This trip immersed me in Parisian culture, provided me with new friendships, and gave me a new lens in which I view the world.

 

Katherine Nicole Sarris, Summer 2017 Participant
Amazing program! I was able to gain credit for major courses and explore Paris on my own. We had plenty of free time to really get to know the city.

 

Summer 2017 Participant
It was amazing. You become a part of Paris before you even realize it.

 

Priscilla Ann Doherty, Summer 2019 Participant
This trip was an absolute dream come true, the teachers were amazing, the trips were so interesting and enjoyable, would recommend to anyone and everyone!

 

Summer 2019 Participant
This trip is an opportunity of a lifetime–a chance to see the world, become a part of Paris, and form tight bonds with a small group of students.

 

Madison R Herndon, Summer 2019 Participant
This program was the most eye opening, enriching experiencing of my life thus far.

 

Summer 2022 Participant
This program was an amazing opportunity for me to the experience more of the world and gain understanding of the differences between my own culture and other cultures. I would recommend this program to any UGA student.

 

Summer 2023 Participant
As a non-SPIA major, I had a wonderful experience in France with UGA à Paris. Classes were interesting and engaging, and you're left with most afternoons and evenings to do what you want. Recommend it if want to experience a taste of French life!