The Lord, in all his kindness, allows us to reside in a world that is both delightful and difficult. My time in Ecuador and, more narrowly, my experience throughout homestays, have served as testaments to, and evidence of, such. My heart cry going into this semester was that the Lord might deepen my understanding of his creation, grow my heart for his people, and reveal to me the wonder of his loving character.

You'll find Ashley Winkler all over the world now as she hosts Study Tours throughout the year. Check out how leading her first Study Tour went!

The four general principles of the BUS educational philosophy: (1) Experiential Learning, (2) Implicit Bias Awareness and Anti-Racism Learning, (3) Transformational Learning, and (4) Redemptive Reconciliation.

Our neighborhood of Pigneto, is already becoming home to our students as they explore the stores, do their grocery shopping, meet the local vendors, and learn to practice the Italian language.

There is always that feeling of excitement that comes with traveling to new places. I remember it very well the first time I stepped onto a plane and headed to Quito, Ecuador. However, sometimes the anticipation is even greater when you get the chance to return to somewhere familiar.

The foundation of the BUS began twenty years ago at Wheaton College in Illinois. Starting in 2001, we had the privilege of working together to encourage, equip, and challenge students to engage in global urban learning.