Tag: Sports

Sports in the United States
March 18, 2024

Sports in the United States

Alumni , Cambodia , Florida Gulf Coast University , Guatemala , Kent State University , Kosovo , Philippines , San Francisco State University

Across the country Global UGRAD participants have been enjoying a wide range of sports activities, both on and off campus. For many, this is their first time watching or joining athletic activities typical of the United States. We asked students to describe their experiences, so read on to learn more! Mark Virgil Jamer | Philippines | Kent State University “This …

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What Are Global UGRADs Looking Forward To?
February 15, 2023

What Are Global UGRADs Looking Forward To?

Experiencing America , Kansas State University , University of Alabama , Utah Tech University , West Virginia University

At this point in the semester, Global UGRADs from around the world have settled into their new homes in the United States. With the stress of relocating to a new country now behind them, most are now looking to the months ahead and have a great deal to look forward to. Here are a few examples of what they have …

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Rediscovering My Love for Badminton
November 12, 2018

Rediscovering My Love for Badminton

Academic Exchange , Academics , Alumni , Burma , Professional Development , The U.S. Perspective , Troy University

I used to play badminton when I was in high school with my little sister at the court near our apartment every evening. However, I gave it up once I began preparing for my university entrance exam. As soon as I arrived at Troy University, the first thing that grabbed my attention was a Badminton Club poster on the wall. …

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Winter Olympics Special: Athletics and Global UGRAD
February 15, 2018

Winter Olympics Special: Athletics and Global UGRAD

Alumni , Central Asia , El Salvador , Eurasia , Latin America and the Caribbean , Lebanon , Middle East and North Africa , Serbia , Turkmenistan

As the world’s attention turns toward the 23rd Winter Olympic Games in Pyeongchang, South Korea, we asked current and former Global UGRAD participants to reflect on the importance of sports in their lives. The following are short paragraphs written by students who excel not only in the classroom, but in stadiums and gymnasiums around the world. In shining a spotlight …

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