The Authentic Summer/GAP program offers a unique opportunity to embark on a journey of self-discovery while actively shaping the world around you. This transformative experience goes beyond traditional learning, encouraging participants to delve into their passions, identify their strengths, and connect with a global community. Through immersive experiences, challenging projects, and meaningful reflection, the program empowers individuals to gain a deeper understanding of themselves, their values, and their potential to make a positive impact on the planet. It’s a chance to step outside your comfort zone, explore new perspectives, and develop the skills and confidence to navigate the complexities of the modern world with authenticity and purpose.
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- by ARCC StaffIt’s hard to put into words the way people change from travel. The small moments where their perspective shifts, where they see outside of their own point of view, or where long-held beliefs are challenged—these provide a window into the initial metamorphosis. But how to summarize the way that small seeds are planted, which can… Read More »Reflection, Accountability & Creativity on a Gap Semester The post Reflection, Accountability & Creativity on a Gap Semester appeared first on ARCC.
- by ARCC Staff“I definitely would have been fine if I went straight to college, but this experience developed me and helped me thrive in college in ways that I never expected before I took my gap year.” Gap Year Radio host Julia Rogers chats with Abby, an ARCC Gap alum and current aerospace engineering student, and her… Read More »ARCC Alum Family Talk Student & Parent Perspectives on Gapping The post ARCC Alum Family Talk Student & Parent Perspectives on Gapping appeared first on ARCC.
- by ARCC StaffBrad Gillings joins ARCC bringing decades of industry experience and innovation. We are very happy to announce that Brad Gillings has joined the ARCC team! Brad is a pioneer in international experiential education and has spent much of his time over the past thirty five years in Asia, Africa, and South America. In the mid… Read More »Brad Gillings Joins ARCC The post Brad Gillings Joins ARCC appeared first on ARCC.
- by ARCC StaffWe held a photo contest this past summer to see which of our Trip Leaders could capture the best program moments. And the results are in, so cue the drumroll! 🥁🎶 Best Adventure Moment Captured by: Sarah Loring 🏔️2nd year ARCC LeaderFrom our Alaska: Leadership in the Last Frontier program Best Candid Connection Captured by:… Read More »Leader Photo Contest: Summer 2024 The post Leader Photo Contest: Summer 2024 appeared first on ARCC.
- by ARCC StaffWhat signals the start of summer here at ARCC Programs? Our annual Staff Training of course! Every year we kick off our Staff Training with a Return Leader Fun Day hosted by our office in Bend, Oregon. This year’s activity did not disappoint—spending the day floating the Deschutes River! This is just one of the… Read More »Annual Staff Training: Summer 2024 The post Annual Staff Training: Summer 2024 appeared first on ARCC.
- by ARCC StaffThe results of the GoOverseas 2023 Community Choice Awards are in and ARCC Gap is excited to announce that we have been recognized as a “Top Gap Year Provider for Support” in 2023! What an honor to receive this award, especially considering ARCC’s Gap Year programs are often the first time students are traveling outside… Read More »ARCC Gap Wins 2023 “Best Support” Gap Year Award The post ARCC Gap Wins 2023 “Best Support” Gap Year Award appeared first on ARCC.
- by ARCC Staff“Experiential Education is a teaching philosophy that purposefully engages learners in direct experience and important self reflection to gain new skills, clarify values, develop character, increase knowledge, and expand an individual’s capacity and intrinsic motivation to be a Global Citizen.” Imagine waking up at 4 A.M. and feeling the sun on your face as you… Read More »The Power of Experiential Education The post The Power of Experiential Education appeared first on ARCC.
- by ARCC StaffGeneration Z (Gen Z) —the name given to those born between 1997 and 2012— is itching to travel after two years of mostly remaining in place. In fact, Gen Z plans to spend more money on travel plans than any other generation in 2022, with 72% planning on spending the same, or more, than they… Read More »5 Trends Gen Z Travelers Won’t Budge On The post 5 Trends Gen Z Travelers Won’t Budge On appeared first on ARCC.
- by ARCC StaffDeciding to take a gap year is an exciting and potentially daunting choice. You’ve chosen a different path than most of your peers and while you may not need to pick classes or decorate a dorm room yet, you are probably considering how and where you want to spend your gap year. Your parents may… Read More »How Does Taking a Gap Year Affect My Financial Aid Status? The post How Does Taking a Gap Year Affect My Financial Aid Status? appeared first on ARCC.
- by ARCC StaffYou’ve been giving this a lot of thought. You’re starting your senior (or junior) year and you just aren’t sure college is the next step for you. You want to travel, work, explore, and take the time to find yourself. But everyone else is going to college and your family has supported you through all… Read More »How to Talk to Your Parents About A Gap Year The post How to Talk to Your Parents About A Gap Year appeared first on ARCC.