GEO Student Testimonials

GEO Student Testimonials

Studying abroad is a transformative experience. Hear firsthand from UO students about their experience abroad. GEO offers 200+ programs in 60+ countries. The World is Your Classroom.


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London in a Global Context

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Image Going on the London in a Global Context summer trip changed my life, I experienced so many new cultures. These photos is something I look back at often, to know that this really happened to me. I’m just so grateful for the opportunity…

Living With Locals in Costa Rica

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Image My time in Costa Rica was AMAZING I have so much love and gratitude for the people (Ticos), the experiences and the culture of this rich beautiful country. It quickly became my home away from home.The biggest takeaway from this program were…

Creating Art in an Italian Summer

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Image As a child, I'd always wished that I'd somehow have the opportunity to go to Italy.Growing up impoverished, and coming into college life as a "non-traditional" student and employee, the dream still seemed like nothing more than a delusion…

A Summer of Color, Music, Waves, and Learning in the Canary Islands

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Image My experience in the Canary Islands was one of color, winding roads, fiesta music, waves, and research!Living in an established neighborhood of locals and taking classes at a professional firm integrated us into the community in a way that…

An Unforgettable Summer in Lecce

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Image Studying abroad gave me the incredible opportunity to travel to Europe for the first time, and it was truly one of the best decisions I’ve ever made. I spent eight unforgettable weeks in Italy, fully immersed in the culture, the beautiful…

Working for a Winery in Tuscany

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Image Studying abroad in Siena was absolutely life-changing! In the Wine Marketing program, we get to work in groups together with a winery in the Tuscany region for six weeks to create a marketing and sustainability plan. Working with a client…

Diving into Spanish Culture in Barcelona

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Image I spent a month in Barcelona, Spain, taking two psychology classes, Positive Psychology and Human Sexuality! In my classes, we practiced gratitude, meditation, and learned about the components of a fulfilling lifestyle. It helped me build a…

Finding Adventure & Connection in Copenhagen

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Image Studying abroad was one of the most life changing experiences I’ve ever had. Living and learning in a new country pushed me outside of my comfort zone, introduced me to people from all over the world, and gave me a fresh perspective on both…

An Unforgettable Summer in Dublin

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Image I am incredibly fortunate to have had the opportunity to participate in Cinema Studies in Dublin. The program was an invaluable part of my education, not only within my major but also in my pursuit of developing as a more worldly, well…

Finding My Calling in Spain

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Image Studying abroad in Segovia, Spain, was truly life-changing for me. It wasn’t just about traveling or taking classes in a new country, it was about deeply engaging with a different culture, learning to see the world through a new lens, and…