Study Abroad – The Buchtelite

Several Study Abroad Opportunities Available to UA Students

By Connor VanMaele, Guest Writer

October 14, 2019

Studying in another country doesn’t have to be just a dream at The University of Akron, with the Education Abroad Office. Education Abroad is a service that allows students to spend time in a foreign country of their choice while also earning credits for their degree. This gives students the ability to learn ...

Tags: Education Abroad, New Cultures, Study Abroad

6 things you should do this summer instead of interning

By Brittany Gregg, Opinion Editor

April 27, 2016

While many Zips may cross their required internship or co-op off their list this summer, others are faced with needing to fill in a list of what-to-do-for-four-months. Students who do not land their internship or co-op for the summer should not be discouraged, as there are semesters awaiting to b...

Tags: Co-Op, experience, internship, productivity, research, Save, Study Abroad, summer classes, Volunteer

Experiencing diversity abroad

By Wesley Harrington, Student Writer

February 10, 2016

My name is Wesley Harrington and I am a graduating senior here at The University of Akron. I had the opportunity to study abroad in London, England, in the fall of 2014 at Richmond University. The campus is located in the borough of Kensington, which is on the west side of the city. During my five mon...

Tags: career, diversity, Education, opportunity, passport, resume, Study Abroad, travel

Education Abroad: Why students are staying in Akron

By Aubrey Barto, Video Editor

November 5, 2014

Assistant director of international programs education abroad, David Black, is pushing to reorganize the Education Abroad Office to make it easier and more affordable for students to study abroad. Out of the over 25,000 students at The University of Akron, only an average of 150 students travel abroad...

Tags: campus, Education Abroad, international students, overseas, students, Study Abroad, The University of Akron