by Ashley M | Jul 17, 2023 | Europe, Human Environmental Sciences, Semester, UA-Affiliate, _
Ireland, I’m coming back for you The realization of coming back to the United States was a lot harder than expected and while it is said to be common for there to be more of a culture shock when coming home, it’s difficult for a lot of reasons. Study...
by Piper | Jul 17, 2023 | Arts & Sciences, Europe, Exchange, Human Environmental Sciences, Semester
After spending 5 months abroad in Germany, I am finally done with my travels and settled back home. My time abroad felt so short, and I already miss it and all the people I got to know. It honestly feels almost surreal to be back, from remembering I don’t have to pay...
by Giulia De Souza | Jul 17, 2023 | Europe, Faculty-Led, Human Environmental Sciences, Summer, _
Before leaving for Greece, I tried my best to lower my expectations. I knew the country would be beautiful, the course would be immersive, and that the trip was carefully planned, but I still had my doubts. It may have just been the anxiety kicking in as the day to...
by Julianna Hahn | Jul 14, 2023 | Europe, Faculty-Led, Human Environmental Sciences, Summer, _
As my time in Florence draws to a close, I find myself overwhelmed with mixed emotions. Leaving this magnificent city that has been my home for the past months fills my heart with both sadness and gratitude. Florence, with its artistic heritage, rich history, and warm...
by Julianna Hahn | Jul 14, 2023 | Europe, Faculty-Led, Human Environmental Sciences, Summer, _
Our first stop takes us to the eternal city of Rome, where ancient ruins coexist harmoniously with contemporary structures. The Colosseum stands proudly, narrating tales of gladiatorial spectacles and embodying the grandeur of the Roman Empire. Its majestic arches and...
by Piper | Jun 22, 2023 | Arts & Sciences, Europe, Exchange, Human Environmental Sciences, Semester
As the semester is winding down to an end here in Germany, the semester back in Alabama is already finished. While it does make me long for the fast-approaching summer- it also means that I can see some old Alabama friends here in Europe! Being a part of the German...
by Julianna Hahn | May 25, 2023 | Europe, Faculty-Led, Human Environmental Sciences, Summer
I believe I have fallen in love with Italy! The city is beautiful, the people are friendly, the food is amazing, as you are constantly surrounded by beautiful works of art. I came to Italy on a faculty led study abroad interior design course. I am an upcoming...
by Giulia De Souza | May 18, 2023 | Europe, Faculty-Led, Human Environmental Sciences, Summer, _
Skyline of Athens with Monastiraki square and Acropolis hill during sunset. Athens, Greece In less than a month I’ll be arriving at the capital of Greece. And for the three weeks after that I’ll be visiting ten different cities as well as countless museums...
by Ashley M | May 15, 2023 | Europe, Human Environmental Sciences, Semester, UA-Affiliate, _
Friends turn to family, Ireland feels like home With half the semester down, Ireland has felt more like home and a place we are dreading leaving in two short months. With traveling abroad, there are often worries as to meeting friends, finding people to travel...
by Piper | May 3, 2023 | Arts & Sciences, Europe, Exchange, Human Environmental Sciences, Semester
Prior to my study abroad program I had never been outside of the United States and had a lot of expectations for life while in Germany. My father is German, so I have been learning the language for many years and I also knew a lot of typical German cultural practices...
by Ashley M | Mar 15, 2023 | Europe, Human Environmental Sciences, Semester, UA-Affiliate, _
Preparation to travel Studying abroad was never something I expected to do during college, especially during my last semester of senior year. With my degree in Human Development Family Studies, there was never really a set time where study abroad was a feasible...
by K. Gonzales | Jun 21, 2022 | Europe, Faculty-Led, Human Environmental Sciences, Summer
I’ve been back in the states for about a month now and I can’t think of a single day that I haven’t missed being there. I look back at all my photos to relive the moments through them. Being back in the states reminds me of all the things I got away...
by M. Courson | Jun 21, 2022 | Europe, Faculty-Led, Human Environmental Sciences, Summer
On my first day back I woke up super early because I was still on Sweden Time. The first thing going through my mind as I do not want to have to make myself breakfast. I just want to be able to go downstairs and get some organic eggs with chicken liver pate and my...
by M. Courson | Jun 21, 2022 | Europe, Faculty-Led, Human Environmental Sciences, Summer
When I first arrived in Stockholm I was instantly taken back by the beauty. The first thought that was running through my head as I can not believe how nice everything looks there is little to no trash in the street. I felt really excited and hopeful for the next two...
by M. Courson | Jun 21, 2022 | Europe, Faculty-Led, Human Environmental Sciences, Summer
I decided to study abroad because I wanted to learn more about different government policies from a first-hand immersion perspective. I participated in the faculty-led Stockholm and Gothenburg Sweden family well-being and child policies. I have just changed my major...
