Bright blue skies, bike-filled city streets, and a bit of homework. It’s the beginning of Canfield BHP’s annual study abroad program as a group of about 30 students are adjusting to their new lives in Copenhagen, Denmark for the next five weeks.
After getting settled in on June 1, the students have already started their two courses: Organizational Behavior (MAN 336H) and Doing International Business the Scandinavian Way (IB 340S). The students’ Organizational Behavior course is typically held twice a week on Tuesday and Thursday mornings, and it is taught by McCombs Lecturer Dr. Tom Rauzi. Meanwhile, their International Business course is taught by two local faculty members of the Danish Institute for International Studies (DIS), an educational institution overseeing the students’ study abroad program. Both courses involve group work and class discussions, both of which help create an interactive learning environment.
When these Canfield BHP students are not in class, you can find them checking out local restaurants, shopping with friends, and visiting many of Copenhagen’s landmarks. Mila Nenadic, a rising sophomore, says she has already had an incredible experience. She has especially enjoyed biking around the town center with her friends and trying out smørrebrød, a type of open-faced sandwich in Denmark. “I have loved getting to know the city with friends,” she explained.
DIS has also arranged for the students to go on a walking tour of Copenhagen, a tour of the city’s picturesque canals, and excursions to Rosenborg Castle and Christiansborg Palace. Additionally, many of the students are excited to plan trips to other European cities on the weekends, such as Milan, Dublin, and Amsterdam.
Many of the students are rising sophomores who used UT’s dining halls during their first year of college. But while they are in Copenhagen, they have been busy meal planning and cooking for themselves. The entire Canfield BHP cohort is living together across five stories of an apartment complex, with each floor having a kitchen. This has led to many community meals, which has so far included pizza and pasta—with many more sure to come!
Overall, the students are looking forward to a month of learning, adventure, and memories with their Canfield BHP community. Stay tuned for another update from Copenhagen!