Some programs provide the opportunity of work experience, and others do not. The options for a study abroad program are many, and you should consult with the BHC study abroad office in deciding which programs are most appropriate. The director of study abroad programs can narrow the choices to a few, and then you and your parents, your spouse or your friends can assist in selecting THE program for you. Study abroad programs today are affordable by most students. Stereotypes of peoples, countries, and cultures are often misleading.
Every culture has distinct characteristics that distinguish it from other countries.
Citizens of another country are likely to have YOU stereotyped. While a stereotype may possess some grain of truth, common sense requires an allowance for individual differences. Whether the stereotype be towards you or someone else, try to recognize the stereotype for what it is. Culture Shock Culture shock is real. It entails going through an initial period of euphoria and excitement and being totally overwhelmed by the thrill of being immersed in a foreign environment.