by Allicyn L. | Oct 22, 2025 | Europe, Faculty-Led, Human Environmental Sciences, _
By now, I have seen the restless lights of New York City and every pub on the corner of streets in London and have finally made my way to Paris, France! Sure, New York was an American city, but the difference in lifestyle is still so different even if it’s just...
by Allicyn L. | Oct 22, 2025 | Europe, Faculty-Led, Human Environmental Sciences, North America, _
By: Alli Lightsey | May 5, 2025 | New York, London, Paris, Milan; Month-Long, Faculty Led Hey! My name is Alli Lightsey, I am a Fashion Marketing Major, and for the first bit of Summer I will be taking part in a Study Abroad course called “Fashion...
by Chloe P. | Oct 22, 2025 | Europe, Faculty-Led, Nursing, Summer, UA-Affiliate, _
One of the most meaningful parts of my time in Athens has been getting to serve through clinical outreach and missionary work. Our group had the opportunity to visit refugee camps and work alongside local healthcare teams to care for people in need, many of whom have...
by Brandon S. | Oct 22, 2025 | Commerce & Business, Europe, Faculty-Led, Summer
In May MIS went on a trip through Europe, and while Berlin was the city we stayed in the shortest it was one of the most impactful cities we visited during the study abroad trip (at least for me). It was impossible to walk through the city without feeling the weight...
by Chloe P. | Oct 22, 2025 | By College, Duration, Europe, Faculty-Led, Nursing, Program Type, Region, Summer, UA-Affiliate
If you’re getting ready to study abroad, especially for a program that includes mission work or visiting refugee camps, my biggest piece of advice is to prepare your heart just as much as your suitcase. Some of the most meaningful moments won’t happen at historical...
by Brady M. | Oct 22, 2025 | Commerce & Business, Europe, Faculty-Led, Summer, _
I’ve always been a huge fantasy fan. It’s been my dream to explore castles and see beautiful architecture that isn’t captured in the US. I wanted to be able to walk into a different world as depicted in my favorite stories. On my trip to Germany, Austria, and the...
by Emily T. | Oct 22, 2025 | Australia/New Zealand, Summer, _
Kia Ora! In this blog post, I want to highlight two of my favorite places that I visited in Christchurch – the International Antarctic Centre and the Willowbank Wildlife Reserve! There is a shuttle that runs between Cathedral Square, the Antarctic center, and...
by Emily T. | Oct 22, 2025 | Australia/New Zealand, _
Greetings! Right now, I’m on the bus leaving Auckland for the final time – we spent the first couple days in Auckland and went back several days later. Since we have a fair amount of free time in Auckland, I want to highlight some of my favorite things that I...
by Emily T. | Oct 22, 2025 | Australia/New Zealand, _
Greetings from New Zealand! Since I am wrapping up my travels, I want to share a packing list of all the things that I used or wished I had during the trip! Keep in mind, everything on this list might not be applicable to you, but it should at least provide some...
by Julianna Hahn | Oct 21, 2025 | Asia, Commerce & Business, Faculty-Led, Summer, _
Studying abroad to Asia had always been on my bucket list, but I never imagined how profoundly it would impact me until I spent a month in Taiwan and Vietnam. These two countries, each with their unique cultures, landscapes, and histories, offered experiences that...
by Evan W. | Oct 21, 2025 | Commerce & Business, Europe, Faculty-Led, Summer, _
Our last stop on our study abroad tour is Amsterdam. So far we have hit 6 countries and we will be spending 4 days in Amsterdam. So far upon arrival this city is amazing. Its incredible how biking is the preferred mode of transportation over cars. Even in the rain all...
by William W. | Oct 21, 2025 | Arts & Sciences, Australia/New Zealand, Faculty-Led, Summer, _
The first half of our trip exploring Aotearoa, New Zealand was full of tropical beaches, Beautiful grasslands, and of course sheep, lots and lots of sheep. Because I have whānau in Aotearoa, I have already had the gift of exploring this amazing country before. This...
by Rob K. | Oct 20, 2025 | Asia, Commerce & Business, Faculty-Led, Summer, _
Photo: View from our boat in Ha Long Bay in Northeast Vietnam. Hello! Today, I have made it back to Alabama after another long and tiring day of travel. However, I am incredibly fulfilled after completing our time in North Vietnam and Taipei, Taiwan. Both places were...
by Treycen G. | Oct 20, 2025 | Asia, Commerce & Business, Faculty-Led, Summer, _
The first full day of Cambodia began with a business field trip to a garment factory. The factory we visited is a global supply chain component of the garment industry. It was interesting to read all of the places that these textiles were being shipped to which opened...
by Treycen G. | Oct 20, 2025 | Arts & Sciences, Asia, Faculty-Led, Summer, _
I had finally arrived in the last country of the Asia Trip: Laos. While the rest of the trip had full schedules and packed days, the plan for Laos was similar to how Laos is as a country. We had a few events planned, but overall, it was free reign for us. Laos was the...
by U'Nique W. | Oct 20, 2025 | Europe, Faculty-Led, Nursing, Summer
Coming back home after my time in London has felt a little strange, in a good way. I was only gone for a short time, but it is amazing how much a new place can change the way you see things. London felt fast, full of life, and packed with people from all over the...
by Shelby W. | Oct 17, 2025 | Arts & Sciences, Europe, Faculty-Led, Summer, _
My friend, Dima, and I have been lucky enough to study at the Aristotle University of Thessaloniki, in the Department of Music Studies. It’s been an unforgettable experience so far. One of the most exciting parts of our program has been taking part in preparations for...
by Anna B. | Oct 17, 2025 | Engineering, Europe, Faculty-Led, Summer, _
While this study abroad was only two and a half weeks, it feels like I have been gone for much longer. We travelled to 4 countries and 5 cities spanning 3 different languages with entirely different roots. The thing that has shocked me most about coming home is just...
by Brady M. | Oct 17, 2025 | Commerce & Business, Europe, Faculty-Led, Summer
Thinking of visiting Germany and renting a car to fly down the autobahn? You may want to reconsider. With Germany’s incredibly efficient and accessible public transportation system, having a car felt completely unnecessary. From the moment I arrived, I relied on the...
by Brady M. | Oct 17, 2025 | Commerce & Business, Europe, Faculty-Led, Summer
Growing up, I used to be a picky eater. Since childhood, I have grown an adventurous appetite where I will eat anything on my plate, consistently trying new culinary cultures. In preparing for my trip to Germany and the Czech Republic my parents joked asking “What are...