by Julianna Hahn | Oct 21, 2025 | Asia, Commerce & Business, Faculty-Led, Summer, _
Studying abroad to Asia had always been on my bucket list, but I never imagined how profoundly it would impact me until I spent a month in Taiwan and Vietnam. These two countries, each with their unique cultures, landscapes, and histories, offered experiences that...
by Treycen G. | Oct 20, 2025 | Arts & Sciences, Asia, Faculty-Led, Summer, _
I had finally arrived in the last country of the Asia Trip: Laos. While the rest of the trip had full schedules and packed days, the plan for Laos was similar to how Laos is as a country. We had a few events planned, but overall, it was free reign for us. Laos was the...
by Julianna Hahn | Oct 20, 2025 | Faculty-Led, Summer, _
Wow! What a vibrant, lively, and engaging city! I had no expectations when I signed up for this facility led study abroad. Was beyond excited to experience a new side of the globe I have not yet been able to see. I have now been here for about three days, during my...
by Shelby W. | Oct 17, 2025 | Arts & Sciences, Europe, Faculty-Led, Summer, _
My friend, Dima, and I have been lucky enough to study at the Aristotle University of Thessaloniki, in the Department of Music Studies. It’s been an unforgettable experience so far. One of the most exciting parts of our program has been taking part in preparations for...
by Anna B. | Oct 17, 2025 | Engineering, Europe, Faculty-Led, Summer, _
While this study abroad was only two and a half weeks, it feels like I have been gone for much longer. We travelled to 4 countries and 5 cities spanning 3 different languages with entirely different roots. The thing that has shocked me most about coming home is just...
by Jenna V. | Oct 17, 2025 | Comm & Info Sciences, Europe, Faculty-Led, Summer, _
To whom it may concern, Today is my final day in Raleigh, NC. In just a few hours, my mom and I will depart on our 12:30 PM flight to JFK airport, then a short layer before our flight to Rome, Italy! I could not be more excited for this trip! I have been...
by Lauryn H. | Oct 17, 2025 | Engineering, Europe, Faculty-Led, Summer, _
One of the best parts of studying abroad in Europe is how easy it is to travel between countries. One thing I was very much looking forward to was the planned Stockholm, Sweden which with the rest of my peers. We were on a sleek, comfortable train gliding through...
by Lauryn H. | Oct 17, 2025 | Engineering, Europe, Faculty-Led, Summer, _
I only spent three weeks studying abroad in Copenhagen, but coming back to the U.S. still felt surprisingly different. I didn’t expect such a short trip to shift my perspective so much, but it did in small, subtle ways that hit me once I got home. In Copenhagen,...
by Emily P. | Oct 16, 2025 | Commerce & Business, Europe, Faculty-Led, Summer, _
Now that I am back home and have completed what feels like a million loads of laundry, I have finally been able to reflect back on my trip and reminisce on all of the amazing memories that I have made over the past month. The feelings I experienced at the airport at...
by Emily P. | Oct 16, 2025 | Commerce & Business, Europe, Faculty-Led, Summer, _
When I first arrived in Dubrovnik, Croatia, there were a lot of thoughts running through my head. Firstly, as I grabbed my bag off of the baggage claim belt, I noticed that my suitcase had been destroyed to the point that I could see all of my clothes through the...
by Stephanie G. | Oct 16, 2025 | Commerce & Business, Europe, Faculty-Led, Summer, _
I left off on the last blog with Venice, so I’ll start there. Saturday and Sunday in Venice were straight out of a dream. Saturday, I ran into my friend from campus, who was on a different study abroad trip. We were able to have dinner together and swap stories...
by James S. | Oct 16, 2025 | Commerce & Business, Europe, Faculty-Led, Summer, _
Give me a wig and call me Hermione—I packed a lot into that backpack. I don’t actually know whether I packed enough or too much. But after getting no sleep and facing a 10-hour layover today, I feel a lot of pride. My nerves about flying and traveling have...
by Evan W. | Oct 16, 2025 | Commerce & Business, Faculty-Led, Summer, _
Hey everyone! I am having the most amazing time abroad and I want to share some of the things I have been up too. We traveled from Belgium to London and we had a few day trips during our time in London. First we went to Barcelona which was a last minute trip planned...
by Grace T. | Oct 16, 2025 | Arts & Sciences, Central America, Faculty-Led, Summer
I got home from Belize today, and I already miss it so much. It was incredibly hard to leave. I made so many memories I’ll never forget and friendships I hope will last for years to come. I started off the trip feeling nervous, unsure if I had made the right...
by Megan S. | Oct 15, 2025 | Europe, Faculty-Led, Summer, _
One essential truths about visiting European cities is that not every city is walkable and ubers can be quite expensive. The solutipn to this is utilizing the public transit systems that majority of the major cities in Europe will have. From Paris to London to Rome,...
by Ayanna L. | Oct 15, 2025 | Commerce & Business, Europe, Faculty-Led, Summer
Studying abroad with UA was the best thing I’ve ever done—and not just because of the locations, but because of the people. I fell in love with Croatia: cliff jumping into the Adriatic Sea, wandering through Old Town Dubrovnik, and living out my Mamma Mia dreams....
by Ayanna L. | Oct 15, 2025 | Commerce & Business, Europe, Faculty-Led, Summer
Packing for study abroad? Think smart, stylish, and just a little extra. After a month in Europe, here’s what I wish I had known: Stick to classics: Neutrals and basics go a long way—tailored pants, sleek sneakers, and a jacket that matches everything. Loud logos =...
by Lily C. | Oct 15, 2025 | Arts & Sciences, Australia/New Zealand, Semester, UA-Affiliate, _
This experience studying abroad has been absolutely amazing. I have made new connections, learned about myself, and overcome challenges. In this blog I will talk about some of the challenges I have faced while studying abroad and give some tips on how to combat...
by JP E. | Oct 15, 2025 | Arts & Sciences, Central America, Faculty-Led, _
Studying abroad in Belize was one of the most unforgettable experiences of my life. As my first time leaving the country, I wasn’t sure what to expect—but I quickly found myself immersed in a vibrant culture, surrounded by natural beauty and welcoming people. Every...
by Diya P. | Oct 15, 2025 | Arts & Sciences, Europe, Faculty-Led, Summer, _
Hallo! Our adventure started in Wittenberg, a rural, homey town with massive historical significance. This is where Martin Luther nailed his 95 Theses and sparked the Protestant Reformation. Standing in front of the Castle Church where it all began made us reflect on...
