Study Abroad

Spring 2018

The Study Abroad Office is located in

the Center for Global Engagement

DAC 219.

Fall 2018 Semester Application

Deadline:

Sunday, April 15, 2018 D'Youville Study Abroad

Contacts

studyabroad@dyc.edu

Laryssa Petryshyn, Associate

Vice President, Global

Education

Center for Global Engagment

(716) 829-8119

Ann Soares, Advisor ISS and

Study Abroad

Center for Global Engagment

(716) 829-8114

Dr. John Abbarno, Professor,

Philosophy

Study Abroad Academic

Coordinator

abbarnojo@dyc.edu

What is CAPA?

CAPA is an organization that

partners with D'Youville and other

colleges and universities across the

United States to help students study

abroad. CAPA has educaton centers

in a variety of global cities,

including Buenos Aires, Barcelona,

London, Dublin, Florence, and

Shanghi. At each location, there are

summer and semester long

programs. CAPA also provides

students the chance to complete an

internshp while studying abroad.

What is a faculty-led

study abroad trip?

A faculty-led study abroad trip is

very unique compared to other

study abroad programs. These trips are customized according to

faculty expertise. Half the course is

in the classroom at D'Youville, and

the second half is completed on

the trip. These trips last anywhere

from 2-4 weeks

Crete, Greece: Food and Culture

Study Abroad Program

Dr. Kathleen Border, an Assistant

Pofessor in Dietetics, will be running this

trip in May. Students will have

the opportunity to study culture, nature,

and cuisine of Crete.

Upcoming D'Youville Study Abroad

Faculty-Led Programs

Rwanda: Multicultural Trauma

and Training and Global

Mental Health Conference

Florence, Italy: Global Health

Initatives

Faculty from Nursing, and Public

Health invited all students

interested in Global

Health Initiatives to take a 3 credit

course this semester. In May, the

faculty and students will travel to

Florence to study global health.

Costa Rica: Tropical Ecology

Dr. Clara Voorhees, an Assistant

Director in Biology, is the faculty

member for this trip. Students will

learn about the mangrove forest,

tropical dry, cloud forest and will

attend lectures in tropical ecology in

May.

Students will have

the opportunity to expand their

skill set for trauma informed care.

They will also

gain insight into African

perspectives on mental health

and mental health care.

Occupational Therapy Students

and their Trip to Costa Rica

Morin McDade, an occupational therapy student here at D'Youville, went

to Costa Rica along with other OT students as part of a service learning

trip. While there, the students provided occupational therapy services to

adults with developmental disabilities and teenage mothers and their

infants. The students also provided education about the importance of the

services.

One of the most memorable aspects of the trip for Morin was leading a

Zumba class for young mothers. The goal for the class was to provide

stress relief for the mothers. Morin stated, "I spent an hour just dancing,

laughing, and sharing with the girls. I felt a true connection with them and I

will never forget the smiles on their faces." The Zumba class not only

meant the world to the mothers in Costa Rica, but Morin as well.

When asked about any advice she has for students thinking about

studying abroad, she said: "Take the leap, it’s scary and can be

expensive, but it is worth every penny! It will change your life in more

ways than you can imagine, so don’t hold yourself back."

D'Youville occupational therapy

students in Costa Rica.

Semester-Long Study Abroad Programs

Location Options:

Reminders

2.5 minium GPA requirement

Talk with your advisor and the study

abroad office advisor

Set up an appointment

with financial aid. Some of your aid

may cover the costs of the program!

Apply for scholarships. CAPA has a

variety of scholarship opitions!

Start planning, it is never too early

to start!

Barcelona, Spain

Buenos Aires, Argentina

Dublin, Ireland

Florence, Italy

London, England

Shanghai, China

Buenos Aires, Argentina

Florence, Italy

Common Concerns Debunked!

Concern: Students tend to feel

discouraged if they want to

travel somewhere where

English isn't the primary

language.

Fact: All classes abroad will be

taught in English with other

American students. Also, many

of the larger cities, the locals

speak English as well.

Concern: With my

coursework, it is impossible

to study abroad.

Fact: Anyone can study

abroad, regardless of

their major or program! It is

important to plan early.

Think about taking general

education

requirements during a

summer session or

participate in a faculty-led

trip.

Concern: Studying abroad is too

expensive.

Fact: Most D'Youville financial aid

will apply to study abroad programs.

Since everyone's aid package is

different, it is important to make an

appointment with the financial aid

office. CAPA also has a variety of

scholarship opportunities throughout

the year

Studying Abroad Tips

Tips for Surviving the Long Flight

Waer comfortable clothing, many flightsare 10+ hours long.

Bring enough things to keep you busy.This can include books, magazines,

journaling and movies.

Drink plently of water and avoid caffineand alcohol.

Get up and stretch throughout the flight. Ifyou sit for too long, your muscles can

cramp.

Here are some ideas of what to pack:

Passport

Plane tickets

Prescriptions- make sure to have

enough for the length of the trip

Journal

Supportive footwear

Powerstrip converter

Hand sanitizer

Hair brush

Toothbrush/toothpaste

Deodorant

Purse/fanny pack/wallet

American money already converted

to appropriate currency