Blog - Students learn lessons in foreign cultures in Oman
January 11, 2018 | Audrey Ewer
Our group left Muscat today via four-by-fours to head toward Sur. We stopped to look at an amazing and gorgeous sinkhole. While we were there, we saw tourists swimming in the sinkhole in bikinis. After speaking with locals, we found out they were uncomfortable going to the sinkhole, particularly with bringing their children, because of the way the tourists dressed.
Blog - Group tours Omani cities, historical sites
January 11, 2018 | Audrey Ewer
Our day began with visiting tombs, the remains of a castle, and archaeological site. As we explored the tomb of the sultan's mother, we learned an interesting piece of history: tombstones are not elaborate and are identical because everyone is considered equal, even the royal family.
Blog - Student shares details of Omani culture, food on study abroad trip
January 10, 2018 | Audrey Ewer
We started our day today visiting Dhofar University in Salalah. Dhofar is a private university with approximately 6,000 students. The dean of applied sciences said that the majority of classes are taught in English because they want their graduates to be able to compete in a global market.
UHCL student blogs about ‘rewarding experience’ on Oman study trip
January 08, 2018 | Audrey Ewer
On January 6, our group visited the Grand Mosque in Muscat, Oman. The rugs, architecture, art and chandeliers were beautiful. We looked at the various art pieces influenced by cultures such as the Persians, Egyptians, Omanis and Indians. We also had the opportunity to ask Omani women working the information center about Islam and life in Oman.