Diversity and Identity Abroad

Being YOU Abroad

Preparing to study abroad includes reflection on your various roles and identities as a person and as a traveler. Take time to learn about the host country and city where you will study abroad, including how various parts of your identity may be perceived in this new cultural context. Resources such as blog posts from Creighton University students can support you in your exploration.  

Consider the identities below, even if you do not hold all of them, so that you may navigate how aspects of your identity and your friends' identities might be perceived and received abroad.

Accessibility & Mental Health

Physical disabilities, mental health accommodations, learning accommodations

First Generation Students

First in the family to attend college

Heritage Seekers

Students seeking to connect with their family or ancestral home country or cultural community

High Financial Need

Students with limited financial means

LGBTQ+

Students who identify as a member of the lesbian, gay, bisexual, pansexual, transgender, genderqueer, queer, intersex, asexual, and ally community

Military Status (Including Veterans and ROTC)

Students who are affiliated whose families are affiliated with the U.S. military or ROTC

Race & Ethnicity

A student's racial identity, ethnic or ancestral identity, and how these identities impact a student's experience while abroad

Religion & Spirituality

Students' religious and spiritual lives are important both at home and while abroad

Student Athletes

Students who are part of University sports teams have opportunities to study abroad

Oh, The Places Jays Go!

 

 

 

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