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Study Abroad Stories: Plants, Parks, and People from the Smokies to San Jose, Costa Rica

By Lily Rutherford Providing opportunities to learn in hands-on environments, often in a country where some studies are more applicable than in the U.S., these trips can change the trajectories…

Study Abroad Stories: Food, Agriculture, and Natural Resource Challenges in Guatemala

By Lily Rutherford Delaney Turner, a sophomore agricultural leadership, education, and communications major, traveled to Guatemala this past spring break. Holding a strong passion for the agriculture industry, the trip…

Submit Your Photos for the 2025 International Photo Contest!

The Smith Center invites currently enrolled students, faculty, and staff to submit photos from your recent international travels. The top fifteen photos will be displayed at our upcoming International Showcase…

Building a More Resilient Livestock Sector in Kenya

By Hans Goertz “Karibu sana” says the immigration officer as he welcomes me into Kenya. There is a warmth and familiarity of stepping into the colorful hallways of the Jomo…

UTCVM Provides Opportunities for Vet Students to Grow Global

By Lily Rutherford The University’s College of Veterinary Medicine (UTCVM) is pursuing global engagement on a level different than ever before. With multiple international experiences available to students and emphasis…

Study Abroad Stories: First Year Program in Costa Rica

By Lily Rutherford Costa Rica, home to over 500,000 different species and known for its incredible biodiversity, was also host to a group of first-year herbert students participating in a…

Smith Center Launches Herbert College First-Year Study Abroad Program

By Mary Shelley-Snell and Kyra Barrier In January, the Herbert College of Agriculture and the Smith Center for International Sustainable Agriculture launched a pilot study abroad program to Costa Rica…