Courtney Rattikin, a junior at the University of Texas at Austin, shares her must-do’s for Athens! Don’t miss out! 1. Vouliagmeni Lake You can hardly see this lake because it is tucked away on the opposite side from the beach. Even though it was a cloudy day when I went, it was still gorgeous. The … Continue Reading »
Allie Gardner, a junior at North Carolina State University, gives a great list of the best highlights of LEAD Greece so far! My name is Allie Gardner and I attend North Carolina State University. It is hard to believe that we only have two more nights to spend in Athens. I have experienced so many … Continue Reading »
Diana Rose, a senior at Louisiana State University, shares her service experience in Greece and how meaningful the projects are to those in the community! “When people tell me I cannot make a difference, I say to them, ‘drops make rivers and rivers make oceans’.” Maria, a founder of the Salvation Army in Athens, shared … Continue Reading »
Madison Campo, a junior at Louisiana State University, is learning that being present in the moment is the only way to fully take advantage of all that Greece has to offer because it will be time to return home before she knows it! The end of week one is somewhat bitter sweet. Already, this experience … Continue Reading »
Susan McClean, a junior at Louisiana State University, tried one of the most popular dishes at the Old Biscuit Mill, a student and staff favorite in Cape Town! The Old Biscuit Mill is by far one of the greatest places in all of Cape Town. The people are great, the energy is upbeat, and the … Continue Reading »
Many of our students come abroad with Go Global without knowing anyone else on the trip. Hayley Howell, a senior at the University of Tennessee, made the decision to push herself out of her comfort zone and travel on LEAD Greece to make new connections! This whole journey can begin with a choice that I … Continue Reading »
Go Global’s service programs go beyond surface level projects. We encourage authentic and deep connections through our projects across all countries and programs. Jenny Allen, a junior at North Carolina State University, has fully embraced the power of service while studying abroad! Hello! My name is Jenny Allen and I go to North Carolina State … Continue Reading »
Callie Garrison, a senior at the University of Alabama, reflects on her service in Greece with the Salvation Army. We are so excited to see the impact our students make. All of my life, my family and I have donated clothes to the Salvation Army when we outgrew them or needed to do a bit … Continue Reading »
With a great sense of humor, Caterina Ranzino, a senior at Louisiana State University, perfectly describes why you should NOT go abroad with Go Global. 1. You’ll have to leave your comfort zone at home. I love my comfort zone! I mean, who does’t? Isn’t that why it’s called your comfort zone? Well this program … Continue Reading »
Maddie Hise, a sophomore at the University of Alabama, displayed incredible courage and strength as she made the difficult decision to either return home or stay in Greece after hearing unimaginable, heartbreaking news from home. For others who may be coping with difficult times at home while abroad, I encourage you read Maddie’s blog and … Continue Reading »