Big Ben in London; Woman on the beach in Barbados; Tiles; Buddha Statue; Greece

Spanning
the Globe

Once Again

St. Joseph’s University students get back to traveling the world
By Samantha Cheyenne Miller ’13
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hirteen students who studied abroad independently. Eight faculty-led trips. More than 10 countries visited. All in one year.

Since the return to in-person learning, students have been making the most of St. Joseph’s University, New York’s diverse study abroad opportunities. Through a myriad of faculty-led trips, summers spent traveling foreign cities and independent semesters abroad, nearly 60 students in 2022 seized the opportunity to immerse themselves in different cultures while participating in one of the best experiential learning environments in the world.

“We have a vision and legacy of engaging with our global and local communities,” said Linda Lubranski, director of the University’s Office of Global Studies. “As a university, we’re continuing in that tradition by leading students to study, conduct research and intern around the world.

“This prepares our students to navigate global issues, with hope and competency, which is necessary in a world that is interconnected,” added Ms. Lubranski, who mentioned that three student veterans are planning study abroad trips in 2023 — something she’s never seen in her decade working here.

“I would definitely recommend other students take a similar trip. It is an amazing way to visit a new place, learn new things, gain new friends and overall have an unforgettable college experience.”
Greece Stamp

Ana Phanjavidze ’23
Psychology Major from Tbilisi, Georgia
Participated in the Honors trip to Greece
Students have the flexibility to study abroad nearly anywhere they choose, with past destinations totaling more than 25 countries, including Belize, Morocco, Scotland and Taiwan.

“Studying abroad has been a goal of mine for as long as I can remember,” said Serena Moteiro, a senior speech-language pathology major who spent the spring 2022 semester in Italy. “Traveling has always interested me throughout high school, and when I started at St. Joseph’s University, I realized how doable it is.”

group of students and faculty posing for a posing for a picture together in Greece
SPRING 2023 STUDY ABROAD DESTINATIONS
  • Austria and Germany
  • Canada
  • Costa Rica
  • England
  • Greece
  • Italy
  • Mexico
Stamps from various locations
Clint Johnson in front of Big Ben, a clock tower, in London
“I hang out every day with people from different countries that I never thought I would meet before, from all over Europe to Australia. They have opened my eyes a lot about how different their day-to-day lives are from my home on Long Island.”
England Stamp

Clint Johnson ’24
Business Major on the Long Island Campus’ Men’s Volleyball Team
Spent the fall 2022 semester in England
Payton Cline on the beach during sunset in Barbados
“I was hesitant and completely wrote off (studying abroad) at first, but looking back on it, I wouldn’t trade it for the world. It was one of the best experiences I could ever have had.”
Barbados Stamp

Payton Cline ’24
Child Study Major with a Concentration in Speech
Spent the spring 2022 semester in Barbados
Serena Moteiro visiting Italy
“I traveled to seven different countries while living in Italy. As a future speech-language pathologist, I think that this experience can benefit my career because of how many cultures I got to be around and immerse myself in.”
Italy Stamp

Serena Moteiro ’23
Speech-Language Pathology Major and Psychology Minor
Spent the spring 2022 semester in Italy
boats and houses along a river and mountain in Greece
group of St. Joseph's University - New York students visiting Europe for studies overseas
Danielle Saint Laurent visiting Spain
“This experience allowed me to practice my Spanish skills, which is very important as a future educator. Speaking and understanding Spanish allows me to connect with many more students who only speak Spanish. I am already experiencing the benefits of being able to communicate and understand Spanish in my student teaching placement.”
Spain Stamp

Danielle Saint Laurent ’23
Child Study Major with a Concentration in Spanish
Spent June 2022 in Spain
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