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 Logan N. | Nov 27, 2024 | Central America, Engineering, Faculty-Led, Summer, _
My daily experiences in Belize were truly unparalleled, offering opportunities that I may never have again. Upon our arrival at Lime Caye, we immediately put on our snorkel gear and got in the water. The biodiversity just off the beach was astounding, revealing a...
by Logan N. | Nov 27, 2024 | Central America, Engineering, Faculty-Led, Summer
During our time in Belize, each of us selected a research project to conduct. I participated in the wrack line analysis project, which involved studying the high tide mark where significant amounts of debris accumulate. Many beaches in Belize are littered with...
by Logan N. | Nov 27, 2024 | Central America, Engineering, Faculty-Led, Summer
During my freshman year, I heard about a study abroad trip that was going to Belize to study the biodiversity for a few weeks. Initially, I did not think this opportunity would be possible, due to my major in mechanical engineering. I had always wanted to study abroad...
by Geneva | Nov 27, 2024 | Central America, Engineering, Faculty-Led, Summer, _
The scariest part about going abroad for the first time was deciding what to pack. For the UA in Belize: Rainforest and Reefs: Tropical Conservation in Belize study abroad trip, we didn’t have much of a daily itinerary and the Bama Study Abroad Orientation...
by Geneva | Nov 27, 2024 | Central America, Engineering, Faculty-Led, Summer
Under each section, I have specific products listed in red, and I have linked the products on Amazon that I mention throughout the blog to make the process of finding these products easier. I will post promo codes at the bottom of the blog when they are updated so...
by Geneva | Nov 27, 2024 | Central America, Engineering, Faculty-Led, Summer
Under each section, I have specific products listed in red, and I have linked the products on Amazon that I mention throughout the blog to make the process of finding these products easier. I will post promo codes at the bottom of the blog when they are updated so...
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 Halle M. | Nov 27, 2024 | Commerce & Business, Europe, Summer, UA Non-Affiliate
Today marks Day 4 of my Lead Abroad program in Barcelona, Spain. I have been loving this historic city and all of its wonderful treasures. Since arriving, we have done a city tour around the gothic quarter, visited Parc Guell and even embarked on a vineyard tour. The...
by Halle M. | Nov 27, 2024 | Commerce & Business, Europe, Summer, UA Non-Affiliate
I recently was able to take a fulfilling trip to Nice, France. I found a love for the country of France very quickly. Unfortunately, we were about one weekend too early to see the Tour de France. I would love to take a trip back to Nice in the future to see that...
by Damaria P. | Nov 27, 2024 | Commerce & Business, Europe, Summer, UA-Affiliate, _
I’ve been back home from Rome for about 2 weeks and I can confidently say that Rome was an unforgettable place to visit and the experience was truly unlike anything I’ve ever done. I did miss home a lot. Towards the end of the final week, I started feeling...
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 Olivia S. | Nov 27, 2024 | Australia/New Zealand, Commerce & Business, Faculty-Led, Summer
The summer between my sophomore and junior years of college, I attended a 3.5-week humanities study abroad in Greece and then a 3.5-week civil engineering study abroad in Italy. I really enjoyed both, and the Italy study abroad actually inspired me to finally switch...
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...
