By Katherine Stievater Recently, I had the opportunity to participate in a Gap Year panel for admitted Duke University students. It was a great way for students and families to […]
Whether you’re taking summer classes, doing a summer internship online, or even preparing for virtual learning in the fall, one thing is certain - virtual learning can be disengaging! Here we outline 10 strategies to help you stay engaged during virtual learning.
With the traditional start of first semester Gap Year travel only 3 months away, the plans of Gap Year programs this fall …
Katherine Stievater recently held a virtual talk about the impacts of COVID-19 on Gap Years. Here’s what you need to know
How do colleges welcome Gappers on to campus and help them assimilate into college life
Digging deeper with examples into how U.S. colleges and universities provide specific support for Gappers
By Anna Nickerson, Babson College Class of 2022 A Gap Year is an exciting opportunity for students, providing them with opportunities to …
The traditional educational path often falls short for both students and the colleges they attend, with over 30% of freshmen failing to return to their initial college.
the 2019 Gap Year Conference continues the effort to challenge conventional thinking, and encourage people to rethink Gap Years and get more excited about this unique educational opportunity for students.
Katherine (far left) with Art History Abroad in Venice, April 2019. Earlier this year, our Founder, Katherine Stievater visited several Gap Year …

