CYA allowed me to make connections and friendships with people from across the nation. It also gave me the chance to step out of my comfort zone and explore my identity fully. Additionally, I was able to gain a more diverse perspective on students with disabilities and student mental health. This helped to widen my knowledge on the subject and proposed new strategies and interventions to help me best support my future students.

What advice do you have for prospective students who are interested in or planning to study abroad with CYA?

Fully commit to immersing yourself in the culture and exploring as much as possible.

Please select any of the following that apply to you, and that you would be willing to share about your CYA experience with other students:

Dietary restrictions, Mental health

Briefly describe a cultural experience you had that was significant to you in any way.

I attended the traditional Greek Cherry festival, where I tried traditional foods and learned traditional dances.

Favorite food in Greece?

Chicken Souvlaki

Favorite class you took at CYA?

EMPOWERED: Mental Health and Inclusion for Modern Learners

What extracurricular activities were you involved with in Greece?

Experiential learning opportunities- engaging in Mental Health practices