WorldStrides provides educational travel and experiences to more than 530,000 students a year. Founded in 1967 by a middle school social studies teacher from Chicago, the company has since grown to become a leader in experiential learning for students of all ages throughout their lifetime learning journey. In addition to domestic and international travel and study abroad programs, WorldStrides offerings include performing arts, sports, language immersion, career exploration, and service-learning. Each of these experiences helps students to see beyond the classroom and to see the world – and themselves – in new ways. Our global team is 1,500+ strong, united by a passion for what we do. We work with students, parents, and teachers, and behind the scenes too, to deliver experiences that transform lives. Let's get out there - together! Community Guidelines We are happy to address questions you may have, but in order to foster a vibrant and useful online community, we’ve outlined a few guidelines to be followed when posting on the WorldStrides and affiliated brands' social channels . Any comments that are in violation of the guidelines will be removed, and repeat offenders may be blocked. Comments will be removed if they contain: • Profane, inappropriate, threatening or offensive language; • Violations of copyright or intellectual property rights; • Purposefully untrue or misleading statements; • Comments that are meant to derail or hijack constructive conversations; • Personal information of community members or WorldStrides employees; • Posts that link to potentially harmful sites.
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Shoutout to our Merida team members who exemplified our Choose Earth spirit by using their volunteer time off (VTO) hours to join the "Cruzada Forestal 2024" where everyone contributed to plant a tree at Fraccionamiento, Los Heroes. Let's keep showing our commitment to the environment and our community! 🌱🌍
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Thank you WorldStrides for providing me with the opportunity to attend the Intensive Law and Trial program through Stanford Law School at Stanford University ! In this 10-day program, I was able, along with a few hundred other individuals, were able to receive several lectures from Stanford Law professors, lessons on valuable skills used in law, and preparation for our own mock trial completion. I also met so many people from across the country!! Again, thank you WorldStrides for providing this amazing opportunity! #stanforduniversity #mocktrial #worldstrides #law
Happy Independence Day! 🇺🇸 🎉 🎆 Each year, we have the privilege of guiding hundreds of students through Washington, D.C., where history comes to life and lessons of liberty are learned. Today, we honor the courage and dreams of those who fought for our freedom, and we inspire the next generation to carry forward the spirit of independence. Happy 4th of July from all of us at WorldStrides! 🇺🇸✨🎇
Here's a recap of our Rice ELITE Tech Camp! 🔬 ⚙️ Students got to participate in a week-long program of intensive STEM activities and engineering design challenges for high school students. Our programs were held at Rice University in Houston, University of California in Los Angeles, and Emory University in Atlanta. Developed by Rice University’s Center for Engineering Leadership, the Rice ELITE Tech Camp provides college-level instruction in engineering & technology fundamentals, equipping students with the tools they need to prepare for their next educational and career steps. We're so proud of every student who attended! Learn more about our tech camp here: https://bit.ly/3zneLHr
We've loved working with you, Hilary Menezes! We're excited for season 4 🎉
MA CSE Student at UofT. lululemon Educator, WorldStrides Tour Guide, Former Amazon intern.
I've officially completed my 3rd season as a Senior Tour Director, touring with Brightspark by WorldStrides. I enjoyed working with 400+ students this year and touring various spots in North America! I'm grateful to be traveling, teaching, and learning alongside my students.
"This study abroad journey has broadened my perspective on international business. I've gained invaluable knowledge that will benefit me in my academic endeavors and future career...I am immensely grateful to WorldStrides for making this experience one to remember." - Karen Lopez, Accounting and Information Systems at University of Texas at Arlington
Accounting and Information Systems at University of Texas at Arlington | RISE Academy Scholar
We spent the last half of our study abroad trip in the beautiful city of Bilbao where we had the opportunity to visit museums, universities, and businesses. The Guggenheim Museum, with its collection of modern paintings and sculptures, was entertaining and awe-inspiring. We were also able to tour Guernica, where we gained a powerful perspective of the devastation of war and how it people remember their history and what inspired Picasso's painting "Guernica." Our visits to Mondragon Unibertsitatea and University of Deusto offered fascinating insights into the contrasting academics abroad. We were particularly struck by Mondragon's unique approach, fostering close collaboration with cooperatives and offering a less conventional path to education that supports entrepreneurship. Urbegi Social Impact further enriched our experience. We learned how their non-profit organization supports Bizkaia state and empowers vulnerable entrepreneurs. This study abroad journey has broadened my perspective on international business. I've gained invaluable knowledge that will benefit me in my academic endeavors and future career. I am immensely grateful to The University of Texas at Arlington - College of Business, Philisa Stanford, M.Ed., Jhonniece Meeks, M.A., and the team at WorldStrides for making this experience one to remember. #RISEinSpain2024 #BusinessMavericks #BizMavAbroad #UTAStudyAbroad.
Today we recognize and celebrate Juneteenth! "Two and a half years. That’s the span of time that passed between President Abraham Lincoln’s Emancipation Proclamation in January 1863 and when word of their freedom finally reached enslaved Africans living in that westernmost Confederate state. Juneteenth symbolizes the many ways in which freedom for Black people has been delayed. It is of major significance in American history and demonstrates the ongoing fight for racial equality for Black Americans." - Turning Voices So, how can allies celebrate? Support Black businesses. Share Black stories. Learn about prominent Black figures in American history. No matter what you choose to do, know this day as one of liberation and resilience. If you're in D.C., Maryland or Virginia today, here's a guide to celebrations in your area! https://bit.ly/4b36Egv
Our Mérida team got to attend the 2024 Mérida Pride Celebration! Pride is more than a parade, it's a powerful testament to self-expression and a celebration of the LGBTQ+ community’s rich tapestry. Join us in recognizing Pride Month by celebrating the joy and resilience that LGBTQ+ people showcase every day. 🏳️🌈 🌈 🎉 🇲🇽
We love our interns! Thanks for sharing, Kiera James 😊
As a Summer 2024 WorldStrides intern, I have had the opportunity to learn about Choose Earth; WorldStrides’ way of building environmental and social responsibility. During this experience, I had the opportunity to volunteer at Cultivate Charlottesville, where fellow interns and I supported the means of the community garden that provides fresh produce for members of the community. Through this experience, I was able to grasp a better understanding of the values of WorldStrides and what it means to be an employee at the organization. The experience was also insightful on the impact that community engagement has on the people living in it. As I intern in Charlottesville this summer, I hope to learn more about its efforts in environmental sustainability and engaging its local communities, as well as the efforts from WorldStrides through Choose Earth. #intern #corporatesocialresponsibility #environmentalresponsibility
In honor of #NationalHigherEducationDay, here's an article written by Ping Melchior, an International Business Major, who traveled to Seoul, Greece, and Bangkok with us in 2022-2023. The article highlights her experience traveling with International Studies Abroad (ISA) and The Education Abroad Network (TEAN) and goes over her thoughts on what is essential to know about the locations she traveled to. "I want to thank WorldStrides for giving me this opportunity to go abroad. Each location was amazing and the friends I made along the way made it so much better." Read the article here! https://bit.ly/4bFRu1O