The Kept-Up Academic Librarian: Every College Student Should Participate In Study Abroad

February 01, 2012

Every College Student Should Participate In Study Abroad

Even in challenging economic times, making sure that study abroad is part of our college students' education is a vital investment. If we want a new generation of leaders and innovators who can be effective in an ever more globalized world, sending our students overseas is not a luxury. It's a necessity. American college students understand the value of study abroad. Four out of every five first-year students aspire to study overseas. But at any given time, only about 2% of students are able to. Read more at:
http://www.usatoday.com/news/opinion/forum/story/2012-01-18/study-abroad-global-economy-travel/52650834/1

Feb 1, 2012 1:50:00 AM | Ancillary Services, Essays/Opinions

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