News from the Office of Connected Learning

Category: Global Initiatives

Adventures in Italy (and Beyond!) – w/ Alisa Fortado

Jumping out of her comfort zone with a Study Abroad Program in Rome, Alisa Fortado experienced a fascinating and meaningful journey with this bold attempt. She obtained various knowledge about its culture and was motivated to explore more amazing places worldwide.

January 2, 2024

The Land Where Dreams Come True: My time in Tokyo – w/ Adam Chhor

Prior experience of interacting with exchange students motivated Adam Chhor to learn their foreign language and eventually participate in a Japan Study Abroad Program, World War II Through Film, Tokyo. He was grateful to strengthen his learning insights and view a country through its prolonged history and war memorial museums. 

December 13, 2023

One Day. About one day, I chose to study abroad. All it takes is one day and can change your whole life – w/ Alexandra Wienckowski

From motherhood to academic exploration,  Alexandra Wienckowski began her journey and expanded her passion for Law, Economics, and Public Policy with a 56³Ô¹ÏÍø Bothell Study Abroad program in Thailand. The trip fostered self-growth and international perspectives that shaped her perception and taught her more in-depth about global issues.

December 12, 2023

Adventures Exploring Asia and Looking for Sustainable Businesses – w/ Carolina Antonucci

When coming across the Thailand Study Abroad Program posters in the hallway, Carolina Antonucci followed her curiosity to engage in this weeks-long exploration of sustainable businesses and corporate social responsibility in Asia. She witnessed various firsthand initiatives to tackle community care and sustainability, bringing valuable skills and global awareness to shape future career professions.

December 12, 2023

Connected Learning and Sponsored Research FY2023 Annual Report

The Offices of Sponsored Research and Connected Learning are proud to present their efforts through the FY2023 Annual Report. This report showcases sponsored research data at 56³Ô¹ÏÍø Bothell and how students engage in connected learning programs.

November 30, 2023

London Diaries: Early Fall Abroad – w/ Muna Mohammed

Living in an unfamiliar city is never easy, but Muna Mohammed embraces this adventure to gain international perspectives and self-growth through the Study Abroad Program in London. She encouraged students to take on unexpected trips, connect with diverse cultures, and foster self-enhanced experiences to enrich their knowledge for future growth.

November 23, 2023

2023 Guatemala Study Abroad

The last two weeks of July, Dr. Mabel Ezeonwu, with the School of Nursing and Health Studies, and her co-Director Amanda Sendele, who supports the Office of Connected Learning, travelled with 14 students to the Rio Dulce Region of Guatemala to provide healthcare to rural indigenous villages. This trip was a component of the eight-week...

September 1, 2023