by Ria P. | Dec 6, 2024 | Arts & Sciences, Europe, Faculty-Led, Summer, _
I was originally skeptical about going to Portugal for three weeks, but since I have been here, it is easily the best experience of my entire life. I have made many friends, tried many cuisines, and learned a beautiful language surrounded by my classmates. Here are...
by Gavin Day | Dec 6, 2024 | Arts & Sciences, Europe, Faculty-Led, Summer, _
Today marks my final day in Greece, and it is not enough to say that it was an experience. In my time at the University of Alabama this may have been one of the best things I can do with my time. The lectures were fun and interesting, the food was cheap and flavorful,...
by Emma D. | Nov 27, 2024 | Arts & Sciences, Europe, Faculty-Led, Summer, _
Chamberí dorm cafeteria! Upon returning from my study abroad trip, the question asked nearly constantly was “How was the food?” Most expected an enthusiastic review of the incredible and exotic delicacies I had no doubt enjoyed in the far off land of...
by Annsley Gibson | Nov 27, 2024 | Arts & Sciences, Europe, Faculty-Led, Summer, _
Throughout my time studying abroad in Ireland, there were a few things in Irish culture that was a harder adjustment for me. The first one was no air conditioning in any of the accommodations we stayed at. This was one of the harder things I had to adjust to while...
by Annsley Gibson | Nov 27, 2024 | Arts & Sciences, Europe, Faculty-Led, Summer, _
I participated in the faculty led study abroad UA in Ireland: Geography of Europe. Throughout my study abroad we traveled all across Ireland and learned lots about the culture and geography of Ireland. One of my favorite places I got the pleasure to visit was Dingle,...
by Annsley Gibson | Nov 27, 2024 | Arts & Sciences, Europe, Faculty-Led, Summer, _
The study abroad I went on was UA in Ireland: Geography of Europe; and one thing I learned throughout my time in Ireland was just how geologically diverse Ireland is. Before coming to Ireland, I always pictured Ireland as rolling green hills, with different pastures...
by Ava N. | Nov 27, 2024 | Arts & Sciences, Asia, Exchange, Semester, _
My study abroad experience taught me a lot, but there is one lesson that stands out: Do NOT overpack! Becoming familiar with the South Korean Postal Service… This blog post is a call back to my first post published before my exchange to South Korea titled...
by Zoe R. | Nov 27, 2024 | Arts & Sciences, Europe, Faculty-Led, Summer, _
This is my first time going to another country and I couldn’t be more excited! The program I’m doing involves studying Shakespeare. I’m in Italy for 3 weeks and so far I have already been to Florence, Rome, Verona, Lucca, Pisa, Bologna, and the...
by Julia Bradley | Nov 26, 2024 | Arts & Sciences, Europe, Faculty-Led, Summer, _
On July 18th, our group departed from Amsterdam and flew to Copenhagen, Denmark! We have spent the last two weeks in Denmark and I have loved it! From the relaxed, slower pace to the beautiful landscape, Denmark was right up my alley. It was a breath of fresh air...
by Julia Bradley | Nov 26, 2024 | Arts & Sciences, Europe, Faculty-Led, Summer, _
Upon arriving in Amsterdam on July 3rd, I immediately recognized the city as a lively, bustling place! There were consistently people traveling through Amsterdam from all over the world, and it was so cool to meet so many from cultures different from my own! Our first...
by Julia Bradley | Nov 26, 2024 | Arts & Sciences, Europe, Faculty-Led, Summer, _
Travel to Italy and Belgium before Study Abroad Program in Amsterdam and Denmark! I have had the wonderful opportunity to travel to two other European countries prior to my 4-week faculty-led program in Amsterdam and Denmark that begins tomorrow! Last week, my family...
by Trista M. | Nov 26, 2024 | Arts & Sciences, Europe, Faculty-Led, Summer, _
Hola chicos! I’ve been in Madrid since June 4th, and still wake up everyday completely in awe of this city. The people, the culture, the SHOPPING, and the sheer amount of enthusiasm that Spaniards live their lives with is just something I could write about...
by Marley Froscello | Nov 22, 2024 | Arts & Sciences, Europe, Faculty-Led, Summer
During my month-long stay in Florence, I took advantage of the weekends to explore different parts of Italy. One weekend, I decided to visit an Italian beach that wasn’t crowded or expensive. After some online research, I found Moneglia, a small comune with beautiful...
by Emily A. | Nov 22, 2024 | Arts & Sciences, Europe, Faculty-Led, Summer
During my three weeks at UA in Portugal: European Innovation Academy, I had the opportunity to participate in many activities that greatly enriched my study abroad experience. While the classroom offered can offer you valuable lessons about a country’s culture,...
by Emily A. | Nov 22, 2024 | Arts & Sciences, Europe, Faculty-Led, Summer, _
To all foodies, With a little over three weeks in Portugal under my belt, I can tell you unequivocally that this country is the place to be. I knew going into UA in Portugal: European Innovation Academy that Porto had a unique gastronomy. As I have explored...
by Taylor S. | Nov 22, 2024 | Arts & Sciences, Europe, Faculty-Led, Summer, _
Currently sitting in the airport, waiting to fly back to the States. What a full circle moment! This journey with the Europeon Innovation Academy has been incredible. I was able to be CEO of a team called kinesi that served to innovate home exercise software for...
by Taylor S. | Nov 22, 2024 | Arts & Sciences, Europe, Faculty-Led, Summer, _
HALFWAY POINT: This experience at the European Innovation Academy (EIA) has been nothing short of incredible! Although I was quite nervous entering this entrepreneurship competition, it has been amazing to discover all that I am capable of. On Day 0, I was thrilled to...
by Taylor S. | Nov 22, 2024 | Arts & Sciences, Europe, Faculty-Led, Summer, _
Hey Everyone! My name is Taylor Schnorbus and I am a pre-medical Senior at UA in the STEM Path to MBA program. In about an hour I will embark on flight 1 of 2 to Porto, Portugal! I am participating in UA’s faculty-led study abroad program to compete in the European...
by Alexandra R. | Nov 21, 2024 | Arts & Sciences, Europe, Faculty-Led, Summer, _
My return trip from the United Kingdom was signficantly less smooth than the way up. But my getting bumped off a flight, having to spend a whole day sorting out new flight plans and accomodations for the night before getting on a flight the next day and losing my...
by Alexandra R. | Nov 21, 2024 | Arts & Sciences, Europe, Faculty-Led, Summer, _
I write to you two weeks into my program with what remains of an immensely disappointing cold that took me out of commission for three agonizing days to bring you some belated thoughts about my impressions of Oxford upon arriving here. Going through the Study Abroad...
