Short Trip, Long Impact: Rethinking Study Abroad

10/11/2025 20 min

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Episode Synopsis

In this episode of RASCALS’ Roundtable, Brett and Danielle talkwith Vanessa Pacitti (Collège Ahuntsic) about a study-abroadmodel that bridges language, science, and physical education.Once based in Hawaii and now heading to Belize, the trip blends academic rigor with cultural immersion, giving students the best of both worlds. Months of preparation lead to real-world interactions abroad and reflective writing afterward, helping students transform experience into lasting learning. The result? Authentic communication, personal growth, and a powerful sense of community.Tune in to discover how short study-abroad trips can create long-term impact—and for practical tools on planning your own, visit the CCDMD’s Facilitating Study Abroad site: https://abroad.ccdmd.qc.ca/about/