What Former HEP Study Abroad Students Are Saying....

"Studying Abroad truly changed me to my core.  I am so grateful for the experience.  There is nothing more important that you can do while at ECU."

-Taylor McCurry,

(England, 2015 & 2016)
 "It's hard to put into words what my experience studying abroad in London meant to me. I feel there is nothing I can say to truly represent the impact that it had on my life.  The incredible knowledge gained and the special relationships that I formed are only a few examples of what I believe will long outlast my four years at East Carolina.  I learned not only about a healthcare system and culture that are entirely new to me, but I also learned a tremendous amount about myself as well."
-Summer Long
 Exercise Physiology
(England, 2015)
 
"What an amazing experience!  We studied with key leaders in the British National Health Service, Parliament, Cambridge University Hospitals, Public Health England, the World Health Organization and other important national health organizations.  I saw all the famous sites and had so many incredible new experiences- all while in the company of some of my favorite ECU peers and faculty.  I highly recommend this program to all students!"
-Kelli Soos
BSPH-Prehealth Professions
EC Scholar
(England, 2015)
 
 "Studying abroad in London was one of the best experiences I've had as a student at ECU.  Learning about the health care system in a different country was very interesting, and meeting with the organizations that we did was an amazing privilege.  The people we met with were very informative and knowledgeable.  We were also able to explore London and many of its iconic sites.  I walked away from the experience with amazing memories- and friends who I will keep in touch with for years to come."
-Kristen Svenson
BSPH-Prehealth Professions
(England, 2015)
 
"This study abroad trip gave me a whole new perspective on alternative public health systems! We went on so many site visits, but also had a lot of free time to go and explore London together. Highlights of the trip included a visit with a Member of Parliament, seeing the cars below on top of the London Bridge, looking at art older than our country itself, standing on the two sides of the Prime Meridian in Greenwich, the farewell medieval banquet, and, of course, eating fish and chips. Many of us also went on to explore other parts of Europe after the trip, which I highly recommend! What made this trip unforgettable were the site visits to different health organizations around England, from which I gained lots of insight on public health, as well as the fantastic faculty directors."
-Nadiya Yerich
Sophomore, PHS-Prehealth Professions
EC Scholar
(England, 2015)
"The 2015 Study Abroad trip to London was a once-in-a-lifetime experience that opened my eyes to so many opportunities in the Public Health field.  Being able to share this experience with some of the the best students and faculty at ECU who share my passion for traveling and studying Public Health really made this experience amazing.  I gained so many memories and friends while exploring the world.  Don't let this opportunity pass you by!"
-Macie Whitlow
BSPH-Prehealth Professions

"During my stay in London, I had the opportunity to meet and talk with so many important people.  I learned so much about the UK health care system as well as acquired tons of traveling skills--ones that you will never learn in the everyday classroom setting.  What I loved most was how well the academic aspects of the program were combined with fun and site-seeing.  It was a privilege to study abroad with the brightest student and the most loving and caring faculty in a country that has one of the best health care systems in the world."

-Valentine Okafor

Biochemistry
ECU Global Ambassador

(England, 2015)

"Studying abroad in London was absolutely amazing!  Not only did we have awesome professional site visits, but we also experienced London and its culture.  The program was the perfect blend of learning an fun.  Going to the theatre, visiting the British Heart Foundation, Diabetes-UK, the National Health Service, members of Parliament, punting on the River Cam, riding the London Eye, touring Windsor Castle, and the farewell medieval dinner...these are just a few of the wonderful experiences we had in England."
-Hannah Moss

 BSPH-Prehealth Professions

(England, 2015)

"Public Health in England" Summer Study Abroad was a once in a lifetime opportunity. On top of all the amazing places we visited, I made friends that I will keep forever! I wish I could do it all over again!"
-Allison Brown

JBSPH-Prehealth Professions

(England, 2015)

"It was a privilege to study abroad with the top world leaders in public health while traveling with the best and brightest students from ECU.  The HEP faculty leaders are unparallelled.  I highly recommend applying!" 

-London Paulson
BSPH-Prehealth Professions
(Switzerland 2013)

"The world is so  much bigger than North Carolina and America. During my study abroad trip, I had the opportunity to meet with international leaders from the World Health Organization, the United Nations, and even our American Ambassador to Switzerland.  I honed my skills as a public health major as well as developed a whole new outlook on life."      

-Michael Edwards,
BSPH-Prehealth Professions
(Switzerland 2013)

"Studying abroad not only exposed me to many different environments , but I feel it has helped me to not only became a better student an overall better person.  I had the pleasure of learning with individuals who are as passionate abut health as I am.  It was amazingly fun and the faculty is the best!"

-Wendy McFarland,
Psychology

(Switzerland 2013)

"My study abroad experience through the Dept. of Health Education & Promotion was one of the most important experiences of my college journey.  I arrived in Europe as a follower, but by the end of the trip with the help of the faculty and my peer, I came back to America with the confidence of a leader.  I made friendships that I will continue to cherish for a lifetime."

-Deepa Ramaswamy
BSPH-Prehealth Professions

(Switzerland 2013)

"The faculty leaders selected  a “dream team” of student participants for this amazing study abroad experience.  I have 24 new friends that I still keep in touch with."      

-Collin Engstrom
BS Exercise Physiology

(Switzerland 2013)


"I had the best experience!  Studying with the Dept. of HEP gave me the opportunity to learn about different perspectives of health care in a hands-on environment.  I also experienced a new culture, gained new friends, a ton of memories and inspiration from this amazing experience."

-Lydia Hitchcock
BSPH

(Ireland 2012)


"You’ll never again experience a foreign country in the same way that you will as a study abroad student.  And nobody does study abroad better than ECU and the Dept. of Health Education and Promotion.  It was an experience of a lifetime for me!"   

-Mary-Brett Smith
Speech-Language Pathology Graduate Student
(Ireland 2012)


"Not only did I develop my knowledge of world health by visiting important international organizations and  several amazing cities and historical locations, I gained a great group of friends who share my passion for traveling.  Don’t let this amazing opportunity pass you by! It is an experience that you will never forget!"

-Anna-Holland Lawrence

ECU Speech-Language Pathology Graduate Student

(Switzerland 2011)



"My 2011 study abroad trip in Switzerland was one of the memorable highlights of my college career.  I learned much about Western European health care and culture all while touring and exploring one of the most magnificent countries in the world.  From visiting the UN and Red Cross world headquarters to climbing to the base of the Matterhorn and cruising Lake Lugano, I have accumulated many beautiful memories, which I will carry with me for the rest of my life".

-Matt Edwards
Brody Scholar

(Switzerland 2011)

"Life is a journey and you should take advantage of traveling every chance you get.  Each trip offers an opportunity to learn and experience a different culture.  So, STUDY ABROAD…you’ll never regret it!"

-Shannon Holcomb
BSPH

(Ireland 2010 and Switzerland 2011)