Academic Travel Abroad
Academic Travel Abroad culminates in an immersive experience that offers a student-centered, firsthand look at the history, arts and cultural identity of the country or countries on the itinerary. This adventure includes both an academic course and experiential travel, allowing students, faculty/staff, alumni, and travel companions the opportunity to trace the history of healing arts while also gaining insight into diverse worldviews and perspectives. The itinerary includes a variety of historical, cultural, social and medical excursions, and provides ample free days for self-directed learning and exploration. Many of our ATA travelers return for subsequent trips because of these unique and memorable experiences. Since the program’s inception in 1999, destinations have included Austria, Czech Republic, England, France, Germany, Greece, Ireland, Italy, Portugal, Scotland, Spain and Switzerland.
Current offerings include a collaborative December trip that is available to students at Clarkson College, Nebraska Methodist College and Bryan College of Health Sciences, as well as a May trip specific to the Clarkson College community. Students have the opportunity to earn course credit which helps them fulfill graduation requirements in their program of study.
“Receiving the Brennan ATA Scholarship allowed me to experience different cultures and approaches to life firsthand. The scholarship didn't just take me somewhere new but changed how I see everything. Because of this, I returned with a broader perspective that continues to influence both my personal and professional life."
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Support student participation in the Academic Travel Abroad program with an optional donation to the ATA Brennan Scholarship fund.
Tara Wedemeyer, scholarship recipient
Upcoming ATA Trip: Ireland
Dates: May 3-12, 2026
Itinerary Highlights
Your 9-day academic travel includes:
- Round-trip land and air transportation
- Three- and four-star, double occupancy, hotel accommodations
- Exclusive deluxe motor coach, faculty liaisons, tour director, and local guides
- Full breakfast daily, and two group dinners
- Admission to all activities on the itinerary
- Marvel at the breathtaking Cliffs of Moher
- Meet and tour with local medical professionals in Ireland
- Explore Galway’s vibrant streets and stunning cathedral
- Step back in time and enjoy a lively Medieval Banquet at Bunratty Castle
- Experience Dublin’s treasures, including Trinity College and the Book of Kells
- Discover ancient wonders at the Neolithic tombs of Newgrange in Boyne Valley
- Create your own adventure with free time in Limerick and Dublin
Contact Rachel Holm at [email protected] for more information.
Upcoming ATA Trip: Spend NYE in Thailand
Dates: December 26, 2026 to January 6, 2027
Itinerary Highlights
Your academic travel includes:
- Round-trip air and land transportation.
- Three- and four-star, double-occupancy hotel accommodations.
- Exclusive deluxe motor coach, faculty liaisons, tour director, and local guides.
- Full breakfast daily, NYE dinner cruise, and two more group meals
- Admission to all activities on the itinerary.
- Ring in the New Year in Bangkok with a cruise along the Chao Phraya River
- Meet and tour with local medical professionals to learn about cultural healthcare practices
- Walk through ancient ruins in Ayutthaya and Sukhothai, UNESCO World Heritage Sites
- Visit a local elephant sanctuary in Chiang Mai for an up-close view of these gentle giants
- Discover Thailand’s most iconic temples, wander through night bazaars, and sample local cuisine
Contact Rachel Holm at [email protected] for more information.
Upcoming ATA Trip: Greece
Dates: May 3-13, 2027
Itinerary Highlights
Your academic travel includes:
- Round-trip air and land transportation.
- Three- and four-star, double-occupancy hotel accommodations.
- Exclusive deluxe motor coach, faculty liaisons, tour director, and local guides.
- Full breakfasts daily and two group dinners.
- Admission to all activities on the itinerary.
- Walk through the heart of ancient Athens while visiting the Acropolis, Parthenon, and the Ancient Agora
- Participate in a professional hospital visit to learn directly from Greek healthcare professionals about nursing education, patient care, and the Greek healthcare system
- Visit Epidaurus, the sanctuary of Asclepius, one of the world's earliest centers of healing and a powerful connection to the origins of healthcare
- Enjoy free time in one of Greece's most picturesque coastal towns, Nafplion, known for its charming Old Town, waterfront cafes, and stunning fortress views
- Walk the Sacred Way to the Temple of Apollo and explore the legendary site of Delphi, surrounded by breathtaking mountain and valley views
- End the journey with a festive farewell dinner featuring authentic Greek cuisine and lively bouzouki music
Contact Rachel Holm at [email protected] for more information.
Contact
Rachel Holm
Academic Travel ＆ Mission Administrator
PH 402.552. 3104
[email protected]