What Millsaps Students Say About Their Study Abroad Experience

"The undergraduate college years are the best time to travel in Europe, and no time in Europe is better spent than studying the culture through a program like this. Students get so many discounts even on expensive travel; they can see more for their money now." 

“Living in the Yucatan and working with the Maya at the reserve was an opportunity not only to earn college credits and gain archaeological field experience, but also to experience other cultures.  After each field season, I feel that I leave with a better understanding of the world I live in, as well as a greater appreciation of both Mexican and Maya cultures.  I have also had the opportunity to build lasting friendships with students, professors and countless others while working on the project.”

 

"Just being in Costa Rica forced me to use Spanish skills I didn't realize I had. The weekend trips were incredible. Hopefully, I will be able to go back next summer as well."

"I can't even describe all that I've learned. I'm taking home with me so many new discoveries about myself and life in general." 

"Through everyday life, you learn about a whole new culture. With every similarity and difference that I noticed, I noticed important things about myself, why I have always thought and felt the way I have."

"I was amazed how easily we moved from country to country, from language to language and from currency to currency. I never appreicated how varied the people and customs are from one European country to the next . . . or how large our own nation is."