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Those words, written by Mark Twain in 1870, remain just
“It’s a way for students to examine their subject from
as true today. That’s why Stevenson University has long
a different perspective,” Pisano says. “You not only learn
promoted study abroad programs.
about another culture and way of life but you’re also
Today, the promotion and organization of both
putting yourself outside of your comfort zone, which can
international and domestic academic travel falls under the
be a great learning opportunity.” She also points out that
recently created Office of International and Off-Campus
added benefits not often considered are that students who
Study. Rebecca Pisano, Ph.D., Associate Dean, Study
travel gain cross-cultural communication skills, learn
Abroad, has worked in the field of international education
how to navigate new situations, and generally become
for more than 15 years and remains enthusiastic about
more self-reliant—skills that hiring managers consider
the opportunities such programs offer.
valuable. “Having participated in study away programs
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