The end of an era: Harlow Campus closure leaves a unique study abroad program in the past.
A once-in-a-lifetime opportunity is how an AMUN business professor describes the study abroad experience at the now-shuttered Harlow Campus. This U.K. campus has been a topic of uncertainty for months, and the university's decision to close its doors at the end of August has left many emotional.
Tom Cooper, a professor with personal ties to the campus, expresses his sentiment with a single word: "sadness". The campus fostered a unique 'cohort effect,' where groups of 10 to 20 students embarked on this journey together, sharing an extraordinary experience.
President Janet Morrison has assured that the funds saved from Harlow will be redirected to create new international opportunities. However, Cooper points out that these alternatives often cater to a limited number of students. And this is where it gets controversial - is it a fair trade-off?
The closure of Harlow Campus marks the end of a distinctive chapter in AMUN's study abroad offerings. It leaves students and faculty alike reflecting on the value of shared experiences and the impact of budget reallocations on educational opportunities.
