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It’s encouraging to see the number of students enrolled in
Education Abroad Programs increase by 20 percent, despite the fear
of post-Sept. 11 terrorist attacks. The continued presence of
American students abroad sends a message that fear isn’t
keeping us from pursuing our educational plans, or our lives.
Likewise, studying abroad continues to offer students an
important educational experience which can’t be gained on
campus. The self-sufficiency and confidence it takes to navigate a
new place helps students gain maturity.
Traveling to another country is also a lesson in culture,
language, politics and a new society. Not only does it take a piece
of America to foreign countries, it helps students both appreciate
and think more critically about their lives in America ““ and
at UCLA.
Studying abroad isn’t bad for the university either
““ it serves as population control at a time when overcrowding
problems escalate. The decreased traffic on campus makes room for
other students to have a little elbow room.
Overall, studying abroad is an excellent experience, and a win
for everyone. Students should continue to take advantage of the
opportunity to see another world during their university
experience.