Vytautas Magnus University, Lithuania, Mobility Direct Exchange Program
The opportunity given by the University of Georgia to study at Vytautas Magnus University turned out to be an important period for my professional and personal development. The 5-month Lithuanian adventure was very interesting to learn about the European lifestyle and other socio-political characteristics. Living independently in a foreign country will once again convince you of your own abilities, and the experiences gained there will become irreplaceable for you.
Mariam Pipia
School of Business and Administrative Studies
Vidzeme University of Applied Sciences, Latvia, Erasmus+ Program
My time at Vidzeme University of Applied Sciences in Latvia has been an amazing journey. As exchange student, I found myself in a truly international environment. I enrolled in the Tourism program, which is taught in English. The professors here are incredibly knowledgeable and bring a lot of practical experience to the classroom. I have been learning not just from textbooks but also from real industry cases and advice from professionals. I have made friends from all over the world and have enjoyed sharing our different cultures.
Valmiera, where the university is located, is a little, charming city. The weather is not too welcoming, but as soon as summer comes, life is way charming here. Every day brings new surprises and learning opportunities. From group projects to extracurricular activities, my experience at Vidzeme University has been enriching and memorable. I am deeply grateful for this opportunity and a big thank to my home university for making this incredible experience possible!
Luka Oniani
School of Business and Administration
Vidzeme University of Applied Sciences, Latvia, Erasmus+ Program
I would like to thank the University of Georgia for the opportunity to study under the "Erasmus+" program at Vidzeme University of Applied Sciences in Valmiera, Latvia. For me, as a student of the Faculty of Tourism, the time spent abroad was quite important, interesting, and memorable because every day was full of new opportunities and challenges.
I focused on the methods of European education through which I acquired new skills and deepened my knowledge in my future professional field. I met and became friends with representatives of different countries, got to know their cultures, and acquired interpersonal communication skills. That is why I recommend all students to participate in an exchange program and use various opportunities for personal and professional development.
Ketevan Mtchedlishvili
School of Social Sciences
AP Hogeschool Antwerpen University, Belgium, Erasmus+ Program
“It's cool that I was scared, but I did it”. That's how I would title my trip. After 5 months in Belgium, my life is divided into 2 parts, before and after the exchange program.
Acquiring academic knowledge is of course very important, but I believe that Erasmus programs like this, make a much more significant difference in the lives of young people.
Seeing everything beyond the limits, literally and figuratively, and being confident in one's own abilities is one of the things that a student gets from here and will receive if she has a friend like "The University of Georgia" by her side.
Nikoloz Akhaladze
School of Business and Administration
Alexandru Ioan Cuza University of Iasi, Romania, Erasmus+ Program
One of the most important and fruitful periods of my life was the time when I had the opportunity to travel to Romania, to the city of Iasi, with the "Erasmus +" program, and study at the country's oldest and, at the same time, one of its best universities, Alexandru Ioan Cuza University.
My expectations became reality and were exceeded. During this time, I made many international friends and gained unforgettable memories. This, of course, was accompanied by obstacles, which can be explained by leaving the comfort zone, but all this was a unique opportunity for personal growth and development.
The learning environment turned out to be one of the outstanding pluses for me. Very interesting and experienced lecturers, accompanied by excellent students, created a different but very fruitful process, which allowed me to grow professionally.
Finally, I would like to thank the University of Georgia for giving me this opportunity and advise all students to take advantage of this unique chance.
Ana Alania
School of Arts and Humanities
Sapienza University of Rome, Italy, Erasmus + Program
From the very beginning of my studies, I knew if I excelled academically, I would be given the opportunity to partake in an exchange program for studying abroad, a decision that would not only help in the betterment of my career but as well as personal growth.
The University of Sapienza, one of the oldest universities in Europe gave me precisely this chance by allowing me to study in the wonderful city of Rome, something which allowed me to deepen my knowledge regarding Italian culture, as well as gave me a better perspective of the steps I wish to take regarding my future career choices.
For students who wish to experience what it's like to study overseas, there is nothing more I can recommend than partaking in our universities exchange programs, something which the international department at the University of Georgia frequently announces openings for. I would like to also extend my gratitude to the said international department, as they’ve been particularly helpful and understanding during my stay abroad.
