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Student Comments Looking back on this trip, it has literally changed my life. It gave me new perspectives on my life and this world. As I reread my journal I noticed that I had a new life changing experience everyday that I was in Ghana. I absolutely enjoyed the canopy walk and the tour of Tema. Those, along with the visit to the elementary school really stuck out in my mind. The trip has surely been a trip of a lifetime that I will never forget. I learned so much about this country; I talk to people here in the U.S. and tell about this country as if it were mine. I will cherish this experience and will never forget it. This is the greatest study abroad program out there. My experience in Ghana has challenged many misconceptions I’ve had about Africa and have again reminded me to make and effort in not being judgmental based on stereotypes. I believe that I have grown as an individual with a better understanding of social relations and social theories. There were several components of the trip that I enjoyed. The Kumasi Open Market was intense; the canopy walk was exciting; and the slave castle was emotional and chilling. I am happy to have interacted, talked, and made friends with so many people. This was the trip of a lifetime and I’m glad I had the opportunity to be a part of it. This was my first time traveling outside of the country and on a plane. I can say that Ghana was the beginning of my travel endeavors. I learned so much about Ghana and I look forward to learning about other cultures. This trip was an absolute blast. There were so many eye-opening and enlightening experiences. From the canopy walk to the radio show there were so many bonds and memories that will last a lifetime. The trip was great. Never in my wildest dreams did I think I would ever be able to come to Africa. Every aspect was a gift. Being immersed into such a rich and vivacious culture was more than I could ever hope for. Each person I encountered during my 2 weeks contributed a little bit of my life and I will never forget him or her. This trip was everything I could ask for and more. The trip gives you a newfound appreciation. I was exhausted by the time we got back to the hotel. It was a trip that I will never forget because of the activities: canopy walk, the beach, playing soccer, etc. I would gladly do it again. My trip to Ghana has changed my views, thoughts, and beliefs. I feel more tolerant, cultured, and possess a yearning to travel again and soon to interact with the surrounding nations to be able to benefit from others. It was awesome and I could go on and on but really to understand what I am trying to say a person really needs to experience Ghana first hand. It’s a beautiful place that has not forgotten its roots, one of the oldest and most traditional cultures is still in its most pure form even in these very modern times. I thought everything about the trip was great and our professor made it an unforgettable experience. I learned so much about myself while we were there and I’m ready to take on the challenges that life throws with a new perspective. I had an absolutely amazing time and had so many powerful and moving experiences in Ghana and I feel like everybody should experience what we all experienced. This trip was a once in a lifetime experience that I will never forget. Looking back on the trip now I never thought it would be as amazing as it was. I can truly say that traveling to Ghana changed me in so many ways. There was so much that I learned that I never expected to experience… Going to Ghana was the most incredible experience I have ever had and I hope that I can go back again one day. This is by far the best investment I have ever made in my life. Getting to go back to the Motherland is one I will never forget. I learned a whole lot about my people in general as well as foreigner’s reactions towards African cultures, by observing my group member’s interactions.
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