Study Abroad 101 [Paperback]

Wendy Williamson (Author)

Book Description

Publication Date: May 5, 2004

101 straightforward questions and answers about study abroad, from before you apply to after you return home. Got questions? Get answers inside this book...So, you want to Study Abroad; Narrowing Down the Options; Planning your Trip; Health and Safety Concerns; Managing Money Abroad; Life in Another Country; Living with the Locals; Keeping in Touch with Home; Life After Study Abroad; Top Secrets You Should Know.

Editorial Reviews

Review

"Study Abroad 101 by Wendy Williamson is a brilliantly conceived and expertly presented introduction providing specific, concise, informed and informative answers to 101 direct questions about studying abroad" -- Midwest Book Review --This text refers to an alternate Paperback edition.

From the Publisher

One of the most down-to-earth, practical, useful, and economic guides on the market today. This book is packed with information and is very easy to use and navigate. Read it straight through or find answers to your questions quickly and with ease. Williamson speaks directly to today's college student in a serious, but fun-loving and humerous way. You'll love this book! If you buy just one book on study abroad, this should be it. Don't study abroad without it.

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Product Details

• Paperback: 304 pages
• Publisher: Agapy LLC (May 5, 2004)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 097213283X
• ISBN-13: 978-0972132831
• Product Dimensions: 8.5 x 5.5 x 0.4 inches
• Shipping Weight: 7.5 ounces
• Average Customer Review: 4.8 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (4 customer reviews)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #2,221,642 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)
  • #66 in Books > Travel > Specialty Travel > Students

More About the Author

Wendy Williamson is the Director of Study Abroad at Eastern Illinois University and has helped thousands of students travel overseas. She holds a M.A. in Counselor Education: Administration of College Student Affairs from Western Michigan University and a B.A. in Communication and Culture from Indiana University. She also completed two assignments (four years) with the Peace Corps in Cameroon and Ecuador.

In her spare time, Wendy trains in the martial arts. She is a black belt karate instructor and has more than 25 years of experience. She has taught Christ-centered martial arts classes in youth clubs, hostels, schools, and churches around the world and has been involved in the development of Christian martial arts ministry. Wendy is also the founder of the Christian Martial Arts Network.

Customer Reviews

Most Helpful Customer Reviews

6 of 6 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Excellent Resource, December 28, 2006

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F. Jaramillo "Ciscoman" (Illinois) - See all my reviews
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This review is from: Study Abroad 101 (Paperback)

I found this book to be an excellent resource that is easy to use. When I had questions about getting a passport, I could very quickly find answers. When I was thinking about packing and what to bring (and not to bring), I just turned to the section on packing. When I was wondering how culture shock would impact me and what it was all about, I opened the section on culture shock. Its not text heavy, nor is it boring. It provides real, concise information that is presented in a fun way with stories that the author has from her experiences with traveling abroad. I highly recommend this book because I've read other books and this one just doesn't compare... its more than a book you read once; its a tool you'll use throughout your entire experience.

3 of 3 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Informative answers to 101 direct questions about studying, September 12, 2004

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Midwest Book Review (Oregon, WI USA) - See all my reviews

This review is from: Study Abroad 101 (Paperback)

Study Abroad 101 by Wendy Williamson (Study Abroad Advisor at Western Michigan University) is a brilliantly conceived and expertly presented introduction providing specific, concise, informed and informative answers to 101 direct questions about studying abroad. From determining if studying abroad is a viable option, to narrowing down the choices, to planning the trip, to health and safety concerns, Study Abroad 101 goest on to cover such significant issues as money management abroad, "culture shock" arising from living in another country and living with the locals, to keeping in touch with the folks at home, and life after studying abroad. Of special note are Wendy's "Top Secrets You Should Know" to make studying abroad a successful educational and personal experience. If you are considering studying in another country, then give a close and careful reading to Wendy Williamson's Study Abroad 101!

3 of 3 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars From a parent perspective, August 3, 2004

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Susan B. (Indiana) - See all my reviews

This review is from: Study Abroad 101 (Paperback)

Sudy Abroad 101 is great for anyone, but especially for high School and college students. Wendy Williamson covers all aspects of preparing and planning a trip abroad. She combines her own Peace Corps experience and her professional expertise as a study abroad advisor to provide useful information that is an adventure in itself. Study Abroad 101 is straightforward, fun, and easy to read. Parents, it would be a very useful gift to give this book to a young person interested in traveling or studying abroad.