by Ciara L. | Apr 3, 2024 | Central America, Commerce & Business, Faculty-Led, Semester, Summer, _
When I arrived in Panama, I was instantly struck by the people’s vivid energy and kindness. The bustling streets, along with colorful and tall buildings and vibrant music, portrayed a dynamic and culturally rich country. One of my favorite aspects of Panama is...
by Ciara L. | Apr 3, 2024 | Central America, Commerce & Business, Faculty-Led, Semester, Summer
I have always wanted to study abroad since I was a kid, but I never imagined I would have the opportunity until I saw the Freshman Access Grant Panama Business Trip. Coming into college, I was prepared to take on any opportunity to broaden my viewpoint and obtain a...
by Zoi M. | Apr 3, 2024 | Central America, Comm & Info Sciences, Commerce & Business, Faculty-Led, Semester, Summer, _
As I reminisce about my time spent in Panama, I find myself struggling to adequately express the depth of gratitude I feel for having had this extraordinary experience. It’s been a journey that has not only enriched my understanding of business but has also...
by Zoi M. | Apr 3, 2024 | Central America, Comm & Info Sciences, Commerce & Business, Faculty-Led, Semester, Summer, _
As we find ourselves at the midpoint of our adventure, I am filled with an overwhelming sense of awe. When I first stepped foot onto my college campus, the thought of embarking on an international journey before completing my freshman year seemed like a distant dream....
by Zoi M. | Apr 3, 2024 | Central America, Comm & Info Sciences, Commerce & Business, Faculty-Led, Semester, Summer, _
Hey folks! Just dropping in to share the details about my upcoming trip to Panama – less than a week left, and the excitement is real! This is my first time venturing abroad, and let me tell you, the anticipation is through the roof! Today, I and the awesome people...
by Brooke H. | Jan 8, 2024 | Arts & Sciences, Europe, Semester, UA-Affiliate, _
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by Anabelle B. | Jan 8, 2024 | Arts & Sciences, Europe, Semester, UA-Affiliate, _
Today is December 19, 2023, and it’s my last day living in Athens, Greece. My home for the last 4 months has left me nothing short of amazed, and I’ve loved (almost) every second of my time here. I feel just as familiar with this beautiful city as I do...
by Jessica Smith | Jan 8, 2024 | Arts & Sciences, Commerce & Business, Europe, Semester, UA-Affiliate, _
Sometimes we get so excited about being abroad, we forget that we’re there to study. When deciding where you will go to study abroad, it’s important to consider the academic structures of the universities you are considering. Often, they are quite different to the...
by Anabelle B. | Jan 5, 2024 | Arts & Sciences, Europe, Semester, UA-Affiliate, _
I’ve been living in Athens, Greece for almost 10 weeks now, and as the days tick down, I’m both dreading leaving this adventure, and excited to get home and start the next one. Things have gotten progressively more difficult in my time here, balancing...
by Matthew C | Jan 5, 2024 | Arts & Sciences, Asia, Semester, UA-Affiliate, _
What trip to India is complete without visiting the Taj Mahal? After a full semester of classes in Bangalore, my classmates and I took a group trip to North India. We explored the sights of Jaipur, Agra, and Delhi in a whirlwind five days, seeing, Nahargarh Fort, the...
by Matthew C | Jan 5, 2024 | Arts & Sciences, Asia, Semester, UA-Affiliate
I spent the majority of 2023 as an expat, living in Madrid, Spain and Bangalore, India. Both locations were thrilling, full of vivid experiences, meaningful friendships, and memories I will cherish for years to come. Now, one month after returning stateside for the...
by Matthew C | Jan 5, 2024 | Arts & Sciences, Asia, Semester, UA-Affiliate, _
I remember moving from Washington to Louisiana when I was 11 years old. Though we never left the U.S., transitioning from the Pacific Northwest to the Deep South was like moving to a different country. We still spoke English, but the cultural language was foreign....
by Jessica Smith | Jan 5, 2024 | Arts & Sciences, Commerce & Business, Europe, Semester, UA-Affiliate, _
When I started thinking about studying abroad, the first thing I wanted to do was talk to my friends, professors, and mentors who had experience with study abroad and could give me guidance. I was lucky to have so many people I could turn to that were happy to share...
by Shelby Jordan | Jan 5, 2024 | Arts & Sciences, Europe, Faculty-Led, Summer
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by Maddison Sulier | Oct 16, 2023 | Commerce & Business, Europe, Summer, UA-Affiliate, _
by Tyler Hogan | Oct 2, 2023 | Europe, Faculty-Led, Nursing, Summer, _
I feel that every single person should find some way to be able to visit another country and experience another culture. I know that for many it is not financially feasible, as it had previously been for me, but it was an invaluable experience. The things we were able...
by Tyler Hogan | Oct 2, 2023 | Europe, Faculty-Led, Nursing, Summer, _
One of the most meaningful part of my trip to Spain was to be able to connect with my heritage. My mother was born and raised in Spain, however, she married my father who is American and moved to the US when she started having kids. We didn’t grow up super wealthy so...
by Anabelle B. | Sep 21, 2023 | Arts & Sciences, Europe, Semester, UA-Affiliate, _
I’ve been in Athens, Greece for a little over a week now, and I already know that this is going to be a lifechanging semester! My classes are fun, the town I’m living in is beautiful and completely walkable, and public transport makes traveling to other...
by Tyler B. | Sep 21, 2023 | Duration, Europe, Human Environmental Sciences, Program Type, Region, Summer, UA-Affiliate
During your study abroad, orientation you will probably be told about the emotional curve that is associated with students’ feelings during their study abroad trip. I remember looking at this chart and being surprised by some of the feelings the chart includes and...
by Tyler B. | Sep 21, 2023 | Duration, Europe, Human Environmental Sciences, Program Type, Region, Summer, UA-Affiliate
I can recall scrolling through Pinterest for hours typing the words “London Summer Fashion” repeatedlyin the search bar trying to ensure I had the right wardrobe to fit in. Thousands of worries plagued bymind everyday about the unknowns of the unfamiliar country I was...