CU Around the World Podcast

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CU Around the World is your on-the-go podcast for all things study abroad at Chapman University! Hear real stories from students/faculty who've been out there, get inside tips, discover destinations around the world, and learn what to expect before, during, and after your experience abroad. Your next adventure starts here! Check out each episode's notes for resources mentioned in the program! Email globaled@chapman.edu with any inquiries and if you would like to be featured!

  1. Jul 9

    Same Country, New Lens: Kayleigh’s Academic Year in France

    In this episode, Michaela interviews Universite de Lille (ISEP Exchange) and Institut Catholique de Paris (CEA CAPA) academic year abroad 2024-25 alum Kayleigh Gilbert. Tune in to hear how she made an academic year abroad work with her schedule, the differences between her two programs, and all the lessons she learned along the way. Credits: Michaela Golik (Host), Michaela Golik (Editor), Kayleigh Gilbert (guest) Music:⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.bensound.com⁠⁠⁠

  2. Jun 26

    Classroom in the Clouds: Documentary Production in the Alps

    In this episode, Michaela interviews Global Documentary and Communication (Summer Travel Course) summer ‘25 alum Quinn Haba. Tune in to hear about the production of his paragliding documentary and his tips for being a traveler, not a tourist. Credits: Michaela Golik (Host), Michaela Golik (Editor), Quinn Haba (guest) Music:⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.bensound.com⁠⁠⁠

  3. Jun 24

    The Study Abroad Sequel: High School vs. College Abroad

    In this episode, Michaela interviews Universidad Carlos III de Madrid (CEA CAPA) fall ‘25 alum Thiesen Healey. Tune in to hear about how studying abroad in high school inspired him to study abroad again at Chapman. Credits: Michaela Golik (Host), Michaela Golik (Editor), Thiesen Healey (guest) Music:⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.bensound.com⁠⁠⁠

  4. May 11

    From Chapman to Capitol Hill: Inside the Washington Semester Program

    In this episode, Michaela interviews Washington Semester Program (American University) fall ‘24 alum Donovan Young. Tune in to hear about how interning on Capitol Hill shaped his career goals, introduced him to culture shock within the United States, and deepened his passion for politics. Credits: Michaela Golik (Host), Michaela Golik (Editor), Donovan Young (guest) Music: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.bensound.com⁠⁠⁠

  5. Mar 16

    Finding Yourself Across the Pond

    In this episode, Michaela interviews University of Roehampton spring ‘24 alum Shaan Sylvain. Tune in to hear about her experience with culture shock, lessons she learned by embracing a new city, and how she found independence abroad.  Credits: Michaela Golik (Host), Michaela Golik (Editor), Shaan Sylvain (Guest) Music:⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.bensound.com⁠⁠⁠

  6. 12/10/2025

    From Campus to Curtain Call: Studying at Theatre Academy London

    In this episode, Michaela interviews Theatre Academy London spring ‘25 alumnae Cassidy Gray and Zoey Waldron. Tune in to hear about their unique theatre courses, favorite plays that they saw, and how this program has shaped their college experience and career.  Credits: Michaela Golik (Host), Michaela Golik (Editor), Cassidy Gray (Guest), Zoey Waldron (guest) Music: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.bensound.com⁠⁠⁠

  7. 10/21/2025

    Lights, Camera, Cannes: Embracing Every Moment Abroad

    In this episode, Michaela interviews AIFS Cannes spring '24 alum Hannah Etienne. Listen in to hear about her internship at the Cannes Film Festival, adjustment to life in the south of France, and the lessons she learned along the way. Credits: Michaela Golik (Host), Michaela Golik (Editor), Hannah Etienne (Guest) Music: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.bensound.com⁠⁠⁠

  8. 04/02/2025

    Cannes Reflection with Genny, a Goldfish in the Bowl

    In this episode, Tom interviews Genny Zix, a fellow study abroad alumni member who completed a semester program in Cannes. Listen in to learn more about how to plan your study abroad semester, what to expect (and how to adapt to unexpected changes), and France! Credits: Tom Henry (Host), Tom Henry (Editor), Genny Zix (Guest) Music: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.bensound.com⁠⁠⁠

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CU Around the World is your on-the-go podcast for all things study abroad at Chapman University! Hear real stories from students/faculty who've been out there, get inside tips, discover destinations around the world, and learn what to expect before, during, and after your experience abroad. Your next adventure starts here! Check out each episode's notes for resources mentioned in the program! Email globaled@chapman.edu with any inquiries and if you would like to be featured!

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  • Creator
    Chapman Center for Global Education (CGE)
  • Years Active
    2021 - 2026
  • Episodes
    52
  • Rating
    Clean
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    © Chapman Center for Global Education (CGE)
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    CU Around the World Podcast