by Catalina Sapien | Jul 21, 2023 | Arts & Sciences, Europe, Faculty-Led, Honors College, Summer, _
by Catalina Sapien | Jul 21, 2023 | Arts & Sciences, Europe, Faculty-Led, Honors College, Summer, _
by Lizz Washington | Jul 19, 2023 | Arts & Sciences, Faculty-Led, South America, Summer, _
by Lizz Washington | Jul 19, 2023 | Arts & Sciences, Faculty-Led, South America, Summer, _
If you’re thinking about it…do it.
by Christian P. | Jul 18, 2023 | Arts & Sciences, Europe, Faculty-Led, Summer, _
As my study abroad trip comes to an end, I would say I have mixed emotions, but I am mostly just sad that it is over. While I do miss my family, air conditioning, and being able to speak the language,...
by Christian P. | Jul 18, 2023 | Arts & Sciences, Europe, Faculty-Led, Summer, _
Halfway through studying abroad in Brussels and I already feel like I have spent a lifetime here, but in a good way. Before I came, I was worried about the other people and the new environment I would be in but so far both have only proved to be better than expected....
by Sahuj M. | Jul 18, 2023 | Arts & Sciences, Engineering, Europe, Faculty-Led, Summer, _
From Japan to Iceland, I’ve visited many countries, but none were as special as studying abroad in Norway. From meeting my fellow travelers on the first day I knew this was going to be a special journey. Every other time I’ve traveled internationally I...
by Sahuj M. | Jul 18, 2023 | Arts & Sciences, Engineering, Europe, Faculty-Led, Summer
To say leaving Norway was difficult would be an understatement. From the moment I stepped off the plane, I was entranced by everything from the street vendors to the ungodly amounts of salami that seemed to be a part of every meal. Within the first couple of days, it...
by Noah D | Jul 18, 2023 | Arts & Sciences, Europe, Semester, UA-Affiliate, _
When you first arrive at your new home, you’re totally amazed at how beautiful and how unique the country feels. After two weeks of feeling like you are on vacation, you start to really see the differences in the American and in the European lifestyle. Culture...
by Aundrianna T | Jul 17, 2023 | Arts & Sciences, Europe, Semester, UA-Affiliate, _
Today marks 45 days since I’ve arrived in Rome, Italy so without further ado let’s get right into the process of getting here and getting settled into my new home. Traveling to Rome with my mom and my best friend(Emma) was the most comforting thing ever. We left...
by Lauren Mccombs | Jul 17, 2023 | Arts & Sciences, Europe, Summer, UA-Affiliate, _
There I was standing in a crowd of hundreds of anxious people waiting for the clock to strike 11:00 p.m. Those same voices began to countdown from three to one. After the last voice echoed the number “one” aloud I experienced one of the most magical experiences of my...
by Hannah Hall | Jul 17, 2023 | Arts & Sciences, Europe, Faculty-Led, Summer, _
Embarking on a journey to a foreign place is often filled with unexpected twists and turns. My adventure to Porto, Portugal, for the European Innovation Academy began with a delay and a minor hiccup. However, despite the initial setbacks, I found myself embracing the...
by Emily A. | Jul 17, 2023 | Arts & Sciences, Europe, Faculty-Led, Honors College, Summer
It’s hard to believe I have been studying abroad for over two weeks! While I love Oxford, having the opportunity to take day trips outside of the city to places like London has been incredible. This post will detail my trip to Stratford-upon-Avon (Shakespeare’s...
by Anna Barkey | Jul 17, 2023 | Arts & Sciences, Faculty-Led, South America, Summer, _
My trip was filled with so many new things, and coming home was definitely an adjustment. First, I caught myself saying “gracias” or “perdón” or “sí” when I was talking in English. Clearly the immersion aspect of the program had...
by Patricia Smith | Jul 17, 2023 | Arts & Sciences, Europe, Faculty-Led, Honors College, Summer
The cultural context within Amsterdam could not be more different than my hometown of Moulton, Alabama. The main difference between the two is the rural nature of my home. Being in a city setting everyday is totally not something I’m used to. I have come to like it a...
by Piper | Jul 17, 2023 | Arts & Sciences, Europe, Exchange, Human Environmental Sciences, Semester
After spending 5 months abroad in Germany, I am finally done with my travels and settled back home. My time abroad felt so short, and I already miss it and all the people I got to know. It honestly feels almost surreal to be back, from remembering I don’t have to pay...
by Alyxandra Ratcliffe | Jul 17, 2023 | Arts & Sciences, Europe, Faculty-Led, Summer, _
I recently traveled abroad on a faculty-led program to Ireland, where we began in Dublin and made a large circle to visit other cities, including Wexford, Killarney, Doolin, Inishmore, Galway, and Clifden. Most of our preparation for the coursework involved in the...
by Asia Pleasants | Jul 17, 2023 | Arts & Sciences, Europe, Summer, UA-Affiliate, _
Weekly Museum Visits This summer I had the opportunity to study for three weeks in London. I traveled with nine other students through an API program where we took classes at Richmond American University. For this summer term, I decided to take a class called Museums...
by Juliana A. | Jul 17, 2023 | Arts & Sciences, Europe, Summer, UA-Affiliate, _
The amazing thing about Europe is the endless routes and possibilities of travel. As someone who had only been out of the country once before, I wanted to take full advantage of Europe’s trains, and see as many places as possible. Here is a list of a few of my...
by Juliana A. | Jul 17, 2023 | Arts & Sciences, Europe, Summer, UA-Affiliate
Despite our many weekend trips and different experiences, Florence continues to be my favorite place in Europe. From the food, to the culture, to the people, Florence never disappoints. In Florence there is never a reason to be bored, yet it is small enough to be...