Los Angeles Term

Words are a very powerful means of expression. Something that one of our current LA Term students use beautifully.

So sit back, pour yourself a cup of coffee or tea with some nice background music, and read these thoughtful poems written by our very own Cassidy Estes.

Thoughts in The City Lamentations of a Bus Driver 1st street, Second Street, All the same buildings; All the day long. The man with a beard Gets on at Mission. He will stay quietly in the back, Until we pass Grand. 3rd…

Here's a glimpse into the life of a current LA Term student who is the only one living alone with a host family this semester.

Honest processing and growth is what we're all about in LA Term, and it's amazing seeing this student doing just that!

Check it out!

Maybe Alone, But Not Lonely “When did you last spend time by yourself?” Um… “What do you like to do alone?” Like… to do… alone? When my AC leader, Emma Gautney, asked me these questions last semester, I was at a loss. Anyone …

LA Term is an experience unlike any other that will be challenging and growing in many ways. That doesn't mean you can't prepare well beforehand!

If you or a friend are considering or are going to LA Term, this blog will give you some tips and insight into what to expect in LA Term.

Even if you're studying abroad somewhere else, many of these tips still apply no matter where you go! So take a read and take a semester to go study away while you're at it.

Things You NEED to Know for LA Term For those of you who have made the amazing decision of spending a semester of your college in Los Angeles, this is for you. Like any travel or abroad experience, you can never prepare “too mu…

Have you been interested in applying to LA Term, but still have some questions about the program and what life in LA looks like?

Lucky for you, we're hosting an LA Term Preview Weekend where you can come down and spend a weekend as an LA Term student. For just $25 all transportation, food, activities, and lodging will be provided. We will also be hosting a special poetry night featuring the Sankofa group.

If you want to sign up or want to know more information, email [email protected].

Did you know that Los Angeles Term is the only domestic study away full-immersion semester of its kind in the nation?
Located in the second largest city in the U.S with an experiential learning pedagogy, LA Term might just be the study away semester you've been searching for!
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Come out next week on Thursday, January 28th at 8pm in MMED 5 for an informational meeting about Los Angeles Term!

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