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Heather Goldin
4 Reasons I chose to study “abroad” in Washington
Heather Goldin
Fall 2015
Entering Boston University, I knew I wanted to study abroad. Last Spring, I was deciding between leaving the country completely — a choice that 40 percent of students make — and interning in Washington, D.C. Here are the reasons I chose to be in the Nation’s capital.
1. Networking with professionals, and other students
Boston University’s Washington, DC program is typically smaller than other abroad destinations, which is a great way to get to know other students in the program. Many of my peers are also interested in coming back to DC after graduation, so I know that they will be great connections down the road. More