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2 Weeks from Departure

2 Weeks from Departure

by Madison C. | Apr 27, 2023 | Asia, Engineering, Faculty-Led, Honors College, Summer

This is only the Beginning

This is only the Beginning

by A. Gros | Feb 28, 2023 | Africa, Arts & Sciences, Asia, Europe, Honors College, Semester, UA-Affiliate

I’m finally back home, and all I can think about is how bittersweet it is. Of course, I missed my family greatly, and I am so excited to not have to figure out what time I can call my mom based on our 8-12-hour time zone differences. Sleeping in my own bed is a...
Before I Started Sailing Around the World

Before I Started Sailing Around the World

by A. Gros | Feb 28, 2023 | Africa, Arts & Sciences, Asia, Europe, Honors College, Semester, UA-Affiliate

People choose to study abroad for different reasons, but for me, it is to grow my understanding of the world. I was struggling to decide where I wanted to go because every place seemed so fascinating. Then I was introduced to Semester at Sea, and the decision suddenly...
Reflecting on my Experiences  

Reflecting on my Experiences  

by A. Gros | Feb 28, 2023 | Arts & Sciences, Honors College, Semester, UA-Affiliate

I have been studying abroad on a ship for more than three months now, and in this time, I have traveled to The Netherlands, Portugal, Morocco, Spain, Croatia, Greece, Cyprus, Jordan, Kenya, and India. While we sail to our disembarkation port, I figured this would be a...
Café Culture in Seoul, South Korea

Café Culture in Seoul, South Korea

by Mildred D | Feb 28, 2023 | Asia, Commerce & Business, Exchange, Honors College, Semester, _

Café Culture The one thing that I truly did not expect of Korea was the cafes. There was a coffee shop on every corner. From Korean chains to locally owned to Starbucks, they truly have it all. Before going to Korea, I did not even like coffee, but now I crave it!...
Pushing Past My Comfort Zone

Pushing Past My Comfort Zone

by Mildred D | Aug 1, 2022 | Asia, Commerce & Business, Exchange, Semester

I spent the spring of 2022 in Seoul, South Korea. I did not know any Korean nor did I know a lot about Korean culture. I researched as much as I could and learned to read the Korean Alphabet, but that was all. It was extremely nerve-racking and I had no idea what to...
Dubai Double Take

Dubai Double Take

by E. Prohaska | Aug 1, 2022 | Asia, Commerce & Business, Summer, UA-Affiliate

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Best Places to Visit in Busan

Best Places to Visit in Busan

by Channler S | Jul 30, 2022 | Asia, Engineering, Summer, UA Non-Affiliate

Oncheon-cheon, Busan – During cherry blossom season Busan is the second largest city in South Korea, and being a mountainous area surrounded by beaches, there are many amazing spots to visit during your time in Busan. Furthermore, if you have the opportunity,...
Before Studying in Seoul, South Korea

Before Studying in Seoul, South Korea

by Mildred D | Jul 26, 2022 | Asia, Commerce & Business, Exchange, Semester

When I first began to consider studying abroad, there were a lot of things happening in my life. It was my very first semester in college and my parents were having to adjust. I was overwhelmed with the sheer number of programs the study abroad program offers. There...
Return to America

Return to America

by S. Griffy | Jul 19, 2022 | Asia, Commerce & Business, Faculty-Led, Summer

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“The World’s…” Greatest Experience

“The World’s…” Greatest Experience

by E. Prohaska | Jul 8, 2022 | Asia, Commerce & Business, Summer, UA-Affiliate

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Eating in Busan, South Korea

Eating in Busan, South Korea

by Channler S | Jul 2, 2022 | Asia, Engineering, Summer, UA Non-Affiliate

Being the second biggest city in South Korea, Busan can be quite the duanting place to explore, with so many food places to choose from I will share some of my favorites for you to try during your trip! Korean BBQ with friends! First off, for people who are looking to...
When in Cambodia

When in Cambodia

by S. Griffy | Jun 28, 2022 | Asia, Commerce & Business, Faculty-Led, Summer

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Departing from Dallas to Dubai

Departing from Dallas to Dubai

by E. Prohaska | Jun 6, 2022 | Asia, Commerce & Business, Summer, UA-Affiliate

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From Dust to Dust (With a Trip to Cambodia in Between)

From Dust to Dust (With a Trip to Cambodia in Between)

by Andrew K. | May 31, 2022 | Asia, Commerce & Business, Faculty-Led, Summer

   Having left for Cambodia straight from campus without a chance to go home first, it was a relief to finally head home. But at the same time, before I even got on the return flight, I knew I’d be missing this experience. I already miss experiencing so...
Living Like Lara (Croft): The People and Temples of Cambodia

Living Like Lara (Croft): The People and Temples of Cambodia

by Andrew K. | May 31, 2022 | Asia, Commerce & Business, Faculty-Led, Summer

There are some countries which you have an idea of what they look like from media such as movies, but Cambodia is one I had yet to catch a glimpse of – the only popular cameo of the country comes in the first Lara Croft: Tomb Raider movie. The photo on the left...
Return from Cambodia-Adjusting to life in the States

Return from Cambodia-Adjusting to life in the States

by J. Steinmetz | May 28, 2022 | Asia, Commerce & Business, Faculty-Led, Summer

Now that I am back home, I am adjusting back to a slower pace of life. On our trip, our days were packed full of learning about the history of the culture and exploring some of the current business ventures in the country. There truly never were any dull moments. As I...
Cambodia-Temples, Traffic, and more!

Cambodia-Temples, Traffic, and more!

by J. Steinmetz | May 28, 2022 | Asia, Commerce & Business, Faculty-Led, Summer

My first impressions of Cambodia began with my 2am arrival in Phnom Penh. The city was asleep, and there were very few people out and about. However, I could already tell this was a bustling city with all the storefronts that I saw. Granted they were closed at the...
The Day I Never Lived – Lost to Cambodia

The Day I Never Lived – Lost to Cambodia

by Andrew K. | May 23, 2022 | Asia, Commerce & Business, Faculty-Led, Summer

There’s 365 days in a year, but this one might as well have been a leap year for me. Flying westward from the US to Cambodia, a day is lost in the process. This is but one realization of many that don’t hit you until you’re traveling abroad. Prior to this trip, I knew...
A Hiking Guide to Busan, South Korea

A Hiking Guide to Busan, South Korea

by Channler S | May 10, 2022 | Asia, Semester, UA Non-Affiliate, _

So you have found yourself visiting the mountainous, bustling city of Busan. Located in the southeastern part of South Korea, Busan is the second-largest city with beautiful beaches, bustling night markets, and plenty of notable landmarks to check out. However, even...
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