A WEALTH OF INTERNATIONAL KNOWLEDGE
A group of Embry-Riddle students recently journeyed to study abroad in both Belgium and Germany, led by Dr. Debra Bourdeau, professor of Humanities, and Dr. Tanya Corbin, professor of Security and Emergency Services. While there, students received firsthand learning experiences regarding international affairs and homeland security. They pursued two courses, Special Topics in Humanities and Emergent Topics in Homeland Security, while attending classes hosted in Brussels,
“The external viewpoints from being exposed to individuals from unfamiliar backgrounds allowed an education that, through debate and questioning the norm of the subject, mirrored that of a Socratic basis rather than the traditional method of scholarly debate,” he said. “Furthermore, retention was much greater as our lessons became connected with unique cultural facets we were exposed to.” Equipped with new experiences, interests and insights into global cultures, Rock-Arnarson says his favorite aspect of attending Embry-Riddle is the ability to explore and expand upon an array of topics within his degree program. “My experience studying abroad with Embry-Riddle offered me a new outlook on my educational career, instilling within me knowledge and experience that will help guide me in achieving future success regardless of the path I will take.”
Belgium, and Frankfurt, Germany. “By taking part in briefings with the European Union, North Atlantic Treaty Organization and the United States
Consulate in Frankfurt, I was able to gain an acute understanding of international protocol,” said Aidan Rock-Arnarson, an Aviation Business Administration student minoring in International Relations at Embry-Riddle Worldwide. He also shared that exposure to differing viewpoints and practices helped him gain real-world understanding of the topics he was learning and where they could be applied.
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