This Week Overseas! July 30th, 2010

Teaching ESL in Taiwan - What You Need To Know
Thurs, 07/29/2010
Taiwan has become a very popular destination for ESL teachers. For those considering the move there are obviously many things to consider, but one thing that can be easily overlooked is whether you will actually enjoy living here! After two years teaching English in Taiwan and observing teachers who have enjoyed it and those who haven't, my advice is to make sure you really enjoy being around kids. Teaching can be both rewarding and frustrating, but if you enjoy being around kids teaching in Taiwan will be a very rewarding experience. Read More..

10 Study Abroad Scholarships
Mon, 07/26/2010
This week GoOverseas.com is proud to officially announce our 2010/2011 GO! Study Abroad Scholarship. This year's award ($1000) will assist students in offsetting the additional costs of study abroad. The application deadline is January 15th, 2011, for the Spring 2011 semester. The winner will be announced in late January, 2011. Read More..

Interview with Makena Sage - Study Abroad Student in Argentina
Tues, 07/27/2010
Hi everyone, and welcome back to another inspiring interview. This week we are proud to feature Makena Sage, a world traveler and study abroad student in Argentina. Already a well travelled individual, Makena chose to study abroad in Argentina in order to master Spanish and experience Latin American culture firsthand. Be sure to follow her adventures on her blog at Study Abroad Bryant - Buenos Aires. We hope you enjoy the interview and feel free to ask more questions in the comments below! Read More..

Travel Tips for Volunteers
Thurs, 07/29/2010
Like you, I love to travel and visit new places. I cherish every opportunity to meet new people and experience extraordinary places at the ground level. I have found one of the most rewarding ways to travel is to volunteer my time and and knowledge to local communities. I have taught in schools, helped build stronger communities, and even involved myself in wildlife conservation. I am confident that once you travel abroad in a meaningful way, you'll be hooked for life. Read More..

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