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STEP
Second-year Transformational Experience Program

Education Abroad

Every student at Ohio State can pursue global education, which fosters engagement in intercultural academic opportunities abroad, virtually and domestically. An education abroad experience helps a student gain critical thinking skills, technical expertise and global awareness, and may change perspectives about the world in which we live. Education abroad allows for cultivation of cross-cultural communication skills, gaining confidence navigating an international setting and an understanding of the international dimensions of a field of study. In addition, students pursuing education abroad become acquainted with the opportunities available in and the challenges facing the respective country. Explore project examples and reflections.

Education Abroad Project Examples

Student Stands in European Street

World War II - European Study Abroad Trip

"I went on a three-week WW2 study abroad trip in May, exploring the various sites in London, Normandy, Paris, Krakow, and Berlin..." Click here to read the rest of Sam's STEP Reflection!
Education Abroad Iceland

Education Abroad in Iceland: Environment and Natural Resources

"Being in the field in Iceland, talking to locals, seeing land restoration efforts, and how ecology and culture interact showed me how much I enjoy being connected to the land." Click here to read the rest of Taylor's STEP reflection!
European Model of Sport

European Model of Sport

"I want to work in the front office of a professional sports organization and the experiences I had in Europe will help transform me and set me apart from my peers." Click here to read the rest of Cameron's STEP reflection!