Abroad, Pre-Program

Abroad, Pre-Program

by | Jun 27, 2022 | Arts & Sciences, Europe, Faculty-Led, Summer

So many cats!! This one is from Mykonos 🙂 It was my freshman year when I decided to commit to a summer study abroad program in Italy. It had always been my dream to study abroad and I eventually wanted to do a full year abroad as well, but wanted to test the waters...
The Mental Block

The Mental Block

by | Jun 26, 2022 | Arts & Sciences, Europe, Faculty-Led, Summer

Hello, My name is Madeline Bunch, and I’m currently about to leave for Berlin. I’ve been learning German since 7th grade and am finally putting my knowledge to the test. I’m an upcoming sophomore who is majoring in aerospace engineering and minoring...
The Art of the Seamless Suit-Up

The Art of the Seamless Suit-Up

by | Jun 24, 2022 | Engineering, Europe, Faculty-Led, Summer

One of the most important parts of packing for an overseas outing (especially a lengthy abroad experience like my university-sanctioned foray into Denmark) is hashing out the wardrobe situation. Seasoned travelers advise that one should dress as the locals do—but what...
My Thoughts After France

My Thoughts After France

by | Jun 23, 2022 | Arts & Sciences, Europe, Faculty-Led, Summer

Hi everyone,   I’m finally back in the U.S.! It was a crazy trip home running through three different airports just to finally get home a full day later. From Paris, I arrived in Toronto and went through customs in Canada before arriving in Chicago, then finally...
Cathedral Wedding in Segovia

Cathedral Wedding in Segovia

by | Jun 23, 2022 | Arts & Sciences, Europe, Faculty-Led, Summer

This past Saturday, my classmates, professors, and I traveled to Segovia, Spain. There we were able to see the beautiful entrance to the city that was built during the Roman Empire. Fun fact about this wall of arches is that it was made without any cement or any other...
Life Across the Pond

Life Across the Pond

by | Jun 23, 2022 | Arts & Sciences, Europe, Faculty-Led, Summer

How my abroad experience has been so far: As someone who has traveled a lot, going to a different country is something that though I am familiar with, it’s always a new and fun experience. One thing I always forget about is that there is usually no air...
Making the Most

Making the Most

by | Jun 23, 2022 | Arts & Sciences, Europe, Faculty-Led, Summer

I have reached the end of my 21 days in London for my Forensic Psychology program, which is incredibly bittersweet. Succinctly put, I have enjoyed every second and learned so much. So, for this post, I want to explain how to truly appreciate and make the most of your...
Travel Tips

Travel Tips

by | Jun 23, 2022 | Arts & Sciences, Europe, Faculty-Led, Summer

I have been in London for a few weeks now and am enjoying it immensely! I thought I might share some things I wish I knew before coming, namely how to prepare for a long, international trip.  Pre-departure: Firstly, getting all your ducks in a row as early as...
Leaving Europe (for now)

Leaving Europe (for now)

by | Jun 22, 2022 | Commerce & Business, Europe, Faculty-Led, Summer

As I was preparing to leave to come back to the US, I couldn’t help but feel sad. On one hand I was happy to have home cooked food instead of eating out and to sleep in a room other than a hotel room. Again my packing cubes came in handy again to get all of my clothes...