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My Pacia experience – Luke

05/15/2018
After Luke's mother passed away as a teenager, Luke experienced grief, depression, feeling lost, school...
Financial Coaching / GAP Year / Pacia Life
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My gap experience – Merrick

01/25/2019
Merrick's goals: Stay focused on goals Overcome procrastination Manage depression Become physically fit Working on...
Domestic Gap / GAP Year / Student Experiences
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My Gap Experience – Cole – Portland, Oregon

06/03/2019
Tatori Goals Complete high school Gain passion and focus on life Believe in myself Learn...
GAP Year / Life Coach / Pacia Life
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My GAP Experience – David

05/30/2020
Summary of David's Gap experience in Salt Lake City and Nepal. The Grand Dream -...
Career / GAP Year / Pacia Life
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Matt-My Experience in Salt Lake City

08/09/2020
My Pacia Life Experience in Salt Lake City Matt and his “Accountabilibuddy.” Matt prefers not...
Financial Coaching / Salt Lake City / Student Experiences
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Luca… Senior in college, lived in France, beefing up his resume!

10/23/2020
Luca is entering his senior year of college, has lived in Paris France and beefing...
Domestic Gap / GAP Year / Salt Lake City
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5 Common Misconceptions About Gap Year Programs and the Real Benefits

08/30/2025
Introduction Taking time off before or during college is not a new concept, but gap year...
Academic Planning