APS

31st APS Annual Convention · 2019

Forging Multicultural Sensitivity through Study Abroad

Washington, DC · May 2019

Poster · Teaching Institute Poster

  • Peri Yuksel
    New Jersey City University
  • Frank Nascimento
    New Jersey City Univeristy

Abstract

This study investigates the cultural sensitivity of students who participated in a faculty-led short trip (travelers) versus students who did not participate in a study abroad experience (non-travelers). Both groups displayed cultural sensitivity, awareness, and cross-cultural communication. However, travelers seemed to be more responsive to multicultural and global concerns.

Psychology/Diversity

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