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Dear Future Study Abroad Student: Read This First! -Amelia Wiley

Dear Future Study Abroad Student: Read This First! -Amelia Wiley

by Amelia W. | Jul 14, 2025 | Africa, Arts & Sciences, Faculty-Led, Summer, _

Now that I’m done with my experience studying abroad in Benin, I have learned a lot, but not only in terms of academics; it also has been a very personal journey for me. In retrospect, there are certainly things I wish I’d known before I flew the coop. So to anyone...
Speaking in Tongues: Navigating Language Barriers Abroad

Speaking in Tongues: Navigating Language Barriers Abroad

by Amelia W. | Jul 14, 2025 | Africa, Summer, _

One of the main languages spoken in Benin, Africa is Fon and another commonly spoken language here is french. I personally am fluent in french and hearing Fon has confused me since some words sound completely different and some are the exact same. This has lead to me...
Saying Goodbye, Looking Ahead: My Study Abroad Journey Starts Now

Saying Goodbye, Looking Ahead: My Study Abroad Journey Starts Now

by Amelia W. | Jun 23, 2025 | Africa, Arts & Sciences, Faculty-Led, Summer, _

Hi, I’m Amelia from New Orleans, I am preparing for my study abroad adventure in Benin, Africa. As a student in the foreign languages and literature program, I’ve always been drawn to francophone cultures. Growing up surrounded by several francophone communities made...
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