Bama Bloggers Abroad

One of the things I was most excited about was hearing another language constantly. Since I minored in French, I was ready to learn all I could through immersion and constant practice. I didn’t get...

Although I am not new to traveling, I have never had to travel as long and as far as I did for this trip. I also experience motion sickness, so I'm not a fan of planes, especially longer flights....

After a loooong flight and a few days adjusting to the new environment, I spent my first weekend in the UK in London. London was certainly much a much different environment than Oxford, where my...

On my first morning studying abroad, I had no idea what I was getting into. I walked into class unsure of what to expect—and quickly realized this was going to be a completely different kind of...

Now that I’m back home I have mixed feelings. Once I arrived back to the airport I was relieved because I was finally home. I missed sleeping in my own bed, but I also miss visiting all the...

During the UA in Asia program, we had the opportunity to visit Laos, a beautiful country located in Southeast Asia known for its natural landscapes. During our journey we stayed in the city of Luang...

During the UA in Asia program, we had the opportunity to visit the beautiful and culturally rich country of Cambodia, located in Southeast Asia. Among incredible landscapes and beautiful temples,...

After spending 2 and a half weeks studying abroad in Belize, I was feeling so many emotions upon my return. On my flight back home, the first thing that went through my mind was I can’t believe it’s...

Now that it is May and the weather is starting to warm up, people are beginning to lie down in the green areas, which has allowed me to sit down and reflect on the time I have had at the University...

After a week of studying and exploring Copenhagen, we were really enjoying our experience. We got to walk around the city numerous times and were beginning to get a feel for the city. Just as the...

One of the most exciting aspects of studying abroad is the opportunity to meet and engage with locals, gaining a deeper understanding of their culture and way of life. While in Spain, I hope to...

As I arrived in Kuala Lumpur, the capital city of Malaysia, I felt both nervous and excited for the next two weeks. The first leg of the trip I would be spending my time in Malaysia. I flew in a day...

What is an experience? If I were Dr. Billy Osteen, specializing in getting the “biggest bang for your buck” in life’s experiences, I might lead a life full of experiences, diverse and many, and know...

I have had a great time experiencing the culture and visiting the different historical landmarks. For my internship, I have been working with Masters students, Panagiota and Pantelis, from Aristotle...

Upon arriving in Belize, my first impressions were filled with a sense of awe and curiosity. The warmth of the tropical climate immediately hit me, and the vibrant colors of the plants were unlike...

Upon arriving to the Gold Coast, in between Sydney and Brisbane, I was super excited to see my housing. I ended up getting a dorm steps from the beach! There was some fair culture shock when I...

Packing for my 6 week study abroad to Colombia felt like a puzzle. I wanted to be prepared for everything, but once I arrived, I realized I overpacked and forgot a few essentials. Make sure to pack...

The study abroad program I participated in was pretty intense. The program lasted three weeks, and we took a Level 400 chemical engineering course. This presented a challenge, as we wanted to make...

Lately, I’ve noticed a growing movement on social media pushing back against hyperconsumerism and encouraging a more intentional lifestyle. Influencers I follow have been sharing closet clean-out...

Looking back on the entirety of my trip, I am so grateful to have gotten this opportunity to not only meet new people but work alongside them as well. Three weeks was a great amount of time to be...

As a Sport Management major, the UA in Europe: Globalization of Sport program creates an incredible opportunity to expand my personal understanding of the international sports industry. I hope to...

My study abroad journey definitely didn’t begin the way I imagined. I had planned to fly from Atlanta to Amsterdam, then catch a connecting flight to Brussels before meeting my professor and the...

Travel days are difficult. Especially when there is only one airport that will get you to your destination efficiently and workers are on strike there. I was supposed to leave Nashville at 12:30,...

I traveled to Australia and New Zealand, and I had the time of my life. Now that I am home, I am already missing it. I miss the food, people, accents, and so much more. I realize how much more...

In my blog today, I wanted to talk about making time for yourself abroad and fighting the “fear of missing out.” It has been a very hectic past couple of weeks, full of travel, adventure, and so...

As a part of the UA in Asia program, we had the incredible opportunity to explore and understand the vital role that tourism plays in supporting Malaysia’s economy. Our program included a visit to...