by Molly B | Jul 13, 2015 | Europe, Faculty-Led, Human Environmental Sciences, Summer
Who knew two weeks could change a person so much? On May 31, I got on a plane in Atlanta, completely scared and afraid of what awaited me on the other side of the pond. When my program ended on June 16, I was confident in so many new found ways: in my ability to...
by Miranda B | Jul 7, 2015 | Europe, Human Environmental Sciences, Summer, UA-Affiliate
Hello, Bama Blog readers! I’m Miranda, a junior studying fashion design at the Paris American Academy in Paris this month. For my first post, I’ll talk about my first impressions of Paris and what I’ve learned so far. I’ve thrown in some...
by Elisabeth S | Jun 25, 2015 | Europe, Faculty-Led, Human Environmental Sciences, Summer
…do as the Bavarians do. I was only in the Free State of Bavaria for three days and four nights; but in that short time, I was able to see and experience much of the Bavarian culture. Upon our arrival in München, we were almost immediately thrown into the depths...
by Elisabeth S | Jun 19, 2015 | Europe, Faculty-Led, Human Environmental Sciences, Summer
I have spent two years at The University of Alabama. During that time, I have discovered more about myself than I ever thought possible. I have become more independent, open-minded, and fearless (or at least more willing to conquer my fears). Most importantly,...
by Hannah N | Dec 2, 2014 | Europe, Human Environmental Sciences, Semester, UA-Affiliate
I don’t even know where to begin with the ending of this trip! How is tomorrow already Thanksgiving? These past three months have flown by! What an incredible experience study abroad has been for me. Although it was a challenge coming to a foreign country on my own...
by Hannah N | Nov 24, 2014 | By College, Human Environmental Sciences, Semester, UA-Affiliate
I honestly can’t believe I only have a month left in the beautiful UK! This semester has been so thrilling and I can’t believe it’s quickly coming to a close. I’ve traveled to four different countries (one more on the way), made tons of new...
by Hannah N | Oct 14, 2014 | Europe, Human Environmental Sciences, Semester, UA-Affiliate, _
Greeeeeeeeece! What an experience. The beauty of the Greek Isles is stunning…the mountains, the landscape, the beaches, everything is simply breath-taking. Not to mention the lovely people. They are all so welcoming and friendly! We stayed on the island Corfu, a...
by Hannah N | Oct 10, 2014 | Europe, Human Environmental Sciences, Semester, UA-Affiliate, _
Since I’ll be in Greece next weekend I thought I would go ahead and say how incredible this first month has been. I am so thankful I was able to make the decision to study abroad. I believe this will be a forever life changing experience in a positive direction that...
by Hannah N | Oct 8, 2014 | Europe, Human Environmental Sciences, Semester, UA-Affiliate
As my time here in London has increased I have loved it more and more. The people, the food, the entertainment, and everything in between never gets old and there is constantly something new and exciting happening! The first week of school has been challenging...
by Hannah N | Sep 19, 2014 | Europe, Human Environmental Sciences, Semester, UA-Affiliate
Wow this first week has been absolutely incredible. First getting here I was filled with all kinds of different emotions, but it’s safe to say I am in love with this place. The friends I’ve made so far, the people I’ve met, and the sights I’ve...
by Hannah N | Sep 12, 2014 | Europe, Human Environmental Sciences, Semester, UA-Affiliate
Wow. Cannot believe the time is finally here and I’m sitting in the Boston airport waiting to depart! I realized in my last post I didn’t really give my background, oops! I’m Hannah and I’m a junior with a fashion retail major in the HES...
by Hannah N | Sep 2, 2014 | Europe, Human Environmental Sciences, Semester, UA-Affiliate
Leaving to go to a foreign country not knowing a single person is thrilling and nerve racking but I couldn’t be more excited!! This whole preparation process has been pretty low key and the positive support from everyone has been a huge help! The only challenges I’ve...
