News from the Office of Connected Learning
Category: Global Initiatives
Exploring Ecuador: our professor literally had class outside by Jenivee Marie Sarmiento
A first-gen, non-traditional student shares how studying abroad in Ecuador and the Galápagos transformed her perspective on health, community, and the environment. Through hands-on GIS research, cultural immersion, and exploring diverse ecosystems from Andean villages to the Galápagos Islands, she gained a deeper understanding of how land, people, and biodiversity are interconnected. 足彩app哪个是正规的 experience strengthened...
October 13, 2025
Exploring Learning and Life in León, Spain by Aelaph Elias
During her study abroad program in León, Spain, a UW Bothell student explored the intersection of technology and education through research on AI and Intelligent Tutoring Systems. Between academic collaboration and cultural immersion from historic streets in León to a meaningful weekend trip to Morocco, he learned adaptability, independence, and the value of global perspectives...
October 8, 2025
Familiarity in the Unfamiliar: Finding Community and Gratitude in Thailand and Cambodia by Valencia Jonson
During the CSR 490 Study Abroad Program in Thailand and Cambodia, Valencia Jonson, first-gen Filipina American student found her expectations transformed as meaningful cultural connections, acts of gratitude, and stories of resilience reshaped her understanding of Southeast Asia. Engaging with NGOs like the Labour Protection Network, visiting rural villages in Siem Reap and reconnecting with...
October 8, 2025
Tech and Tapas: AI & Cybersecurity in Spain by Kyle Ricks
During a two-month journey through Europe, Kyle found the most meaningful part of his experience during three weeks studying in León, Spain. He arrived expecting to travel alone and unsure about connecting with his classmates, but the program quickly turned strangers into close friends through shared classes, trips, and everyday moments. What began as hesitation...
October 7, 2025
A journey through culture and business by Ayomide Anibaba
Ayomide joined the Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) study abroad program in Thailand and Cambodia to learn about sustainability and business, but the experience became deeply personal. Through visits to non-governmental organizations (NGOs), ethical wildlife sites, and local communities, she gained firsthand insight into labor rights, human trafficking prevention, and social impact. 足彩app哪个是正规的 trip inspired her,...
October 7, 2025
Population Health: India- Same Life Different Reality by Nikki Creek
Nikki studied population health in India, where firsthand experiences reshaped her understanding of global health, privilege, and human connection. Working with community health nurses near Vellore, she researched issues such as childhood injuries, malnutrition, and HPV vaccination while learning how history, politics, and infrastructure shape health outcomes. Through deep cultural exchange and hospitality, Nikki gained...
September 30, 2025
My Story: Building connections locally and abroad?by Adam Chhor
Throughout his time at UW Bothell, Adam discovered how connecting across cultures and disciplines shaped his growth, from community-based research with Cambodian gardeners to building machine-learning tools for biologists, studying abroad in Tokyo, and leading an inclusive robotics team. 足彩app哪个是正规的se experiences strengthened his passion for global engagement and ultimately led him to serve as a...
August 29, 2025
My London leap of faith by Janeyra Ruiz-Navarrete
Janeyra once believed studying abroad was out of reach, but after attending a workshop and hearing from students with similar backgrounds, she found the confidence to pursue a program in London. Despite early fears about being away from home, navigating the city, and making friends, she quickly adapted, built meaningful friendships, and embraced new experiences....
August 25, 2025
As Cool as a Capybara: Connecting with nature in the Pantanal Region by Alexander Kennedy
In Campo Grande, Brazil, Alexander discovered a city where wildlife and culture are deeply connected from capybaras sunbathing in the parks to vibrant blue araras soaring above murals and neighborhoods. Conversations with Indigenous Terena leaders and visits to a local art exhibition showed him how these birds symbolize protection and identity. Grateful for the experience,...
August 25, 2025
Windmills and Walking Shoes by Gabriel Landry
Gabriel’s study abroad journey through Belgium and the Netherlands began not with windmills but with the reality of walking nearly 30,000 steps a day as his class explored eleven museums across Antwerp. From Renaissance masterpieces to contemporary installations, he learned as much from the art as from navigating cobblestone streets and the physical challenge of...
August 11, 2025
