Koudelka, Kristopher

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Kristopher discusses his appreciation for the Wisconsin in Scotland experience and describes the support systems offered to students while overseas. He also touches on the trip being important for socializing with people from outside of the United States. Later, he talks about cultural differences such as the role of pubs in the UK and the pace of living.
He briefly describes his time as an intern for the Royal Dick Vet Clinic.
Kristopher explains the ramifications of 9/11 on himself and the other students who were overseas at that time.
As an employee for Point Loma Nazarene University, he created a relationship with the Wisconsin in Scotland program and details his new perspective on the program as an educator. He then explains COVID-19’s impact on the program.
He brings up the “invaluable” experience of learning history and art while being in their physical spaces as opposed to seeing photographs.
Kristopher talks about the living situation and the strengths of having cohorts. Additionally, he briefly touches on accessibility of the Wisconsin in Scotland program.
He then discusses having his two children overseas with him and that he appreciates being able to give them that experience.
The interview concludes with a short conversation about the program director, Faye.

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