by Camila R. | May 22, 2024 | Central America, Commerce & Business, Faculty-Led, Semester, Summer, _
Landing in Panama, I was already tired from a long day of traveling, and this week was so full that I’m leaving feeling like I could sleep for 50 hours straight! I’ve had such an amazing time here and I know that we only experienced a fraction of what Panama has to...
by Camila R. | May 22, 2024 | Central America, Commerce & Business, Faculty-Led, Semester, Summer, _
Hello my name is Camila Ramirez! I am currently a freshman here at UA majoring in International Studies & Management with concentrations in International Business, Latin American Studies, and Human Resource Management. I was in GBA 146 when I first heard about the...
by Jedidiah L. | May 22, 2024 | Asia, Engineering, Semester, UA-Affiliate, _
It has been about a month since I first arrived in Tokyo, and it somehow feels both shorter than that with how fast it is going and longer with how accustomed I’ve already gotten to life here. Since I chose to go with an affiliate program, we were driven to our...
by Sydney K. | May 13, 2024 | Arts & Sciences, Europe, Semester, UA-Affiliate, _
Class Field Trip to The Somerset House “We strive to build bridges between the academic cultures of the U.S. and of our host communities to help you adjust quickly and get the most out of your courses.” – CIEE. (2024) Academic Manual for Students...
by Tyler L. | May 13, 2024 | Central America, Commerce & Business, Faculty-Led, Semester, Summer
My week studying abroad in Panamá was one of the most unique and exhilarating experiences of my lifetime. Being pushed outside of my comfort zone and having such an action-packed week with business visits and a plethora of other activities provided me with an...
by Kelsey F. | May 13, 2024 | Arts & Sciences, Europe, Semester, UA-Affiliate, _
I have been studying abroad so far for 3 months. These 11 weeks have been life-changing. I had no idea what impact studying abroad would have on me. People talk about their once-in-a-lifetime experience, and you can only wonder if it’s true. Well, for me, it is. I...
by Elena G. | May 13, 2024 | Comm & Info Sciences, Europe, Semester, UA-Affiliate, _
While preparing to travel abroad, there are a lot of people giving you lists, reminders and ideas of what specific items you need to pack. They are all super useful, and it is important to follow instructions from your program and university, as well as asking some...
by Sara J. | May 13, 2024 | Central America, Commerce & Business, Faculty-Led, Semester, Summer, _
Hey everyone, it is Sara Jeffrey again, back with another installment of Bama Bloggers Abroad. I am at The Capstone’s campus grounds back to my usual schedule. It feels a little off because going back to my normal routine makes it feel as though all of last week was a...
by Sara J. | May 13, 2024 | Central America, Commerce & Business, Faculty-Led, Semester, Summer, _
Hey there again, it is me Sara and I am currently in Panama as we speak. Touching down in Panama I felt like I was back home in Guyana. The heat, the humidity and the birds chirping it was a sense of serenity and a peaceful time. After getting over that feeling of...
by Chaney Scott M. | May 13, 2024 | Comm & Info Sciences, Europe, Exchange, Semester, _
Chaney Scott M. Whether solo traveling or with a group, it’s important to be safe while traveling. Prior preparation and budget sites can make a trip much easier. After arriving January 2 to...
by Zach C. | May 13, 2024 | Commerce & Business, Europe, Semester, UA-Affiliate, _
My semester abroad is almost over; there are less than two weeks left. This has been an absolutely wild, once-in-a-lifetime experience which I am extremely grateful for. While I am sad that my time in Spain is coming to a close, it will be refreshing to return home to...
by Lija G. | May 13, 2024 | Engineering, Europe, Semester, UA-Affiliate, _
Today marks one month until I return to the United States. What a whirlwind these past couple months have been. The first month in Dublin, I spent acclimating to the culture and getting settled. Since then, I have made many friends, most of which being other study...
by Claire K. | May 13, 2024 | Arts & Sciences, Europe, Semester, UA-Affiliate
Time flies, especially when you’re having fun, and I’ve been having an incredible time in Valencia, Spain, for the past three months. It’s always been a dream of mine to study abroad in Spain, and I feel so grateful that I could come here and...
by Hadden M. | May 9, 2024 | Commerce & Business, Europe, Semester, UA-Affiliate, _
by Hadden M. | May 9, 2024 | Commerce & Business, Europe, Semester, UA-Affiliate
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by Elena G. | Apr 23, 2024 | Comm & Info Sciences, Europe, Semester, UA-Affiliate, _
You will quickly learn during your time abroad that some of your best memories and experiences will happen outside of your home city! Taking weekend trips to various places will likely make up a majority of your time, especially if you are studying in Europe. There...
by Brooke H. | Apr 18, 2024 | Arts & Sciences, Europe, Semester, UA-Affiliate, _
Studying abroad in Barcelona has been an incredible experience, but one of the highlights has definitely been the opportunity to travel to other amazing destinations. Rome, Italy, was one such weekend getaway that left a lasting impression on me. Accompanied by a...
by Blake S. | Apr 18, 2024 | Commerce & Business, Europe, Semester, UA-Affiliate, _
As April is quickly passing and I come towards the end of my program, I look back on the time I’ve spent studying in Rome, Italy. Personally, I am so grateful for the decision I made to study here. Rome is a great spot not only because all of the rich history it...
by Anabelle B. | Apr 18, 2024 | Arts & Sciences, Asia, Semester, UA-Affiliate, _
It’s been about 2 and a half weeks since I arrived in Tokyo, Japan and the process of settling in has gone very smoothly! I came here through an affiliate program called CISAbroad, and they’ve been very helpful every step of the way. Between finding...
by Samuel A. | Apr 18, 2024 | Central America, Commerce & Business, Faculty-Led, Semester
I was really blown away by the experience in Panama, it was truly eye-opening, not just from a business perspective but from a cultural perspective as well. Beforehand, I had a sense for how global business is connected and always on, but I was able to tangibly see...
