Record a Video Testimonial

We hope you had an AMAZING time abroad! Your story inspires other students to travel and see the same sights that you did on your CIS Abroad experience.

Take inspiration from the above video testimonial from Christine Johnson (Averett University, Semester in Paris – Institut Catholique de Paris, Fall 2017)

Record your own short video testimonial so other students can hear why YOU chose CIS Abroad.


I'm ready, but what do I say?

It can be challenging to speak in front of the camera, but we know you can do it! Start by saying your name, the name of your home university, and which CIS Abroad program you went on.

Then answer the following questions in FULL SENTENCES in the order that suits you best:

  • What did you LOVE about your CIS Abroad program?
  • Going abroad puts you in a new context that can lead you to reflect on your identities in new ways. What was it like being YOU in your host country? 
  • If you studied abroad: What was your favorite class and why?
  • If you interned abroad: Briefly explain your internship placement. What did you get to work on and what did you learn? How did it help you towards your career goals?
  • What were your original goals for your international experience, how close did you come to achieving them, how much did they change?
  • Would you recommend your program to other students? Why?

Tips for recording a great video testimonial

  • Make sure footage is well litsteady, and not blurry
  • Always shoot in horizontal (landscape) mode
  • Record it on your phone or on your computer – No need for a fancy camera
  • Just send us your best take or two – No need to edit it yourself

Before uploading what should I name my file?


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