College - Author 1
College of Agriculture, Food and Environmental Sciences
Department - Author 1
Recreation, Parks, and Tourism Administration Department
Degree Name - Author 1
BS in Recreation, Parks, and Tourism Administration
Date
6-2013
Primary Advisor
Marni Goldenberg
Abstract/Summary
Many students choose to engage in international study abroad opportunities during their time in college. Research on study abroad motivations and benefits and integrated curricula was reviewed for this study. The purpose of this study was to examine Cal Poly Departments that have integrated or incorporated study abroad programs into their curricula. Eight face-to-interviews were conducted from April to May of 2013 regarding Cal Poly Departments’ international program structure and logistics. Results indicated that exposure, understanding of the international and global world, understanding cultural diversity, new perspectives, and personal awareness were benefits of students’ international experience. The findings show that programs differ depending on the unique needs to each department and that there is no structure common among all programs. The study’s findings display the importance of providing students with international opportunities and provide Cal Poly professionals with a sample of the current study abroad programs available for students within each department’s curricula.
URL: https://digitalcommons.calpoly.edu/rptasp/41