by Annsley Gibson | Nov 27, 2024 | Arts & Sciences, Europe, Faculty-Led, Summer, _
The study abroad I went on was UA in Ireland: Geography of Europe; and one thing I learned throughout my time in Ireland was just how geologically diverse Ireland is. Before coming to Ireland, I always pictured Ireland as rolling green hills, with different pastures...
by Logan N. | Nov 27, 2024 | Central America, Engineering, Faculty-Led, Summer, _
My daily experiences in Belize were truly unparalleled, offering opportunities that I may never have again. Upon our arrival at Lime Caye, we immediately put on our snorkel gear and got in the water. The biodiversity just off the beach was astounding, revealing a...
by Logan N. | Nov 27, 2024 | Central America, Engineering, Faculty-Led, Summer
During our time in Belize, each of us selected a research project to conduct. I participated in the wrack line analysis project, which involved studying the high tide mark where significant amounts of debris accumulate. Many beaches in Belize are littered with...
by Logan N. | Nov 27, 2024 | Central America, Engineering, Faculty-Led, Summer
During my freshman year, I heard about a study abroad trip that was going to Belize to study the biodiversity for a few weeks. Initially, I did not think this opportunity would be possible, due to my major in mechanical engineering. I had always wanted to study abroad...
by Geneva | Nov 27, 2024 | Central America, Engineering, Faculty-Led, Summer, _
The scariest part about going abroad for the first time was deciding what to pack. For the UA in Belize: Rainforest and Reefs: Tropical Conservation in Belize study abroad trip, we didn’t have much of a daily itinerary and the Bama Study Abroad Orientation...
by Geneva | Nov 27, 2024 | Central America, Engineering, Faculty-Led, Summer
Under each section, I have specific products listed in red, and I have linked the products on Amazon that I mention throughout the blog to make the process of finding these products easier. I will post promo codes at the bottom of the blog when they are updated so...
by Geneva | Nov 27, 2024 | Central America, Engineering, Faculty-Led, Summer
Under each section, I have specific products listed in red, and I have linked the products on Amazon that I mention throughout the blog to make the process of finding these products easier. I will post promo codes at the bottom of the blog when they are updated so...
by Halle M. | Nov 27, 2024 | Commerce & Business, Europe, Summer, UA Non-Affiliate
Today marks Day 4 of my Lead Abroad program in Barcelona, Spain. I have been loving this historic city and all of its wonderful treasures. Since arriving, we have done a city tour around the gothic quarter, visited Parc Guell and even embarked on a vineyard tour. The...
by Halle M. | Nov 27, 2024 | Commerce & Business, Europe, Summer, UA Non-Affiliate
I recently was able to take a fulfilling trip to Nice, France. I found a love for the country of France very quickly. Unfortunately, we were about one weekend too early to see the Tour de France. I would love to take a trip back to Nice in the future to see that...
by Damaria P. | Nov 27, 2024 | Commerce & Business, Europe, Summer, UA-Affiliate, _
I’ve been back home from Rome for about 2 weeks and I can confidently say that Rome was an unforgettable place to visit and the experience was truly unlike anything I’ve ever done. I did miss home a lot. Towards the end of the final week, I started feeling...
by Olivia S. | Nov 27, 2024 | Australia/New Zealand, Commerce & Business, Faculty-Led, Summer
The summer between my sophomore and junior years of college, I attended a 3.5-week humanities study abroad in Greece and then a 3.5-week civil engineering study abroad in Italy. I really enjoyed both, and the Italy study abroad actually inspired me to finally switch...
by Julia Bradley | Nov 26, 2024 | Arts & Sciences, Europe, Faculty-Led, Summer, _
On July 18th, our group departed from Amsterdam and flew to Copenhagen, Denmark! We have spent the last two weeks in Denmark and I have loved it! From the relaxed, slower pace to the beautiful landscape, Denmark was right up my alley. It was a breath of fresh air...
by Julia Bradley | Nov 26, 2024 | Arts & Sciences, Europe, Faculty-Led, Summer, _
Upon arriving in Amsterdam on July 3rd, I immediately recognized the city as a lively, bustling place! There were consistently people traveling through Amsterdam from all over the world, and it was so cool to meet so many from cultures different from my own! Our first...
by Julia Bradley | Nov 26, 2024 | Arts & Sciences, Europe, Faculty-Led, Summer, _
Travel to Italy and Belgium before Study Abroad Program in Amsterdam and Denmark! I have had the wonderful opportunity to travel to two other European countries prior to my 4-week faculty-led program in Amsterdam and Denmark that begins tomorrow! Last week, my family...
by Trista M. | Nov 26, 2024 | Arts & Sciences, Europe, Faculty-Led, Summer, _
Hola chicos! I’ve been in Madrid since June 4th, and still wake up everyday completely in awe of this city. The people, the culture, the SHOPPING, and the sheer amount of enthusiasm that Spaniards live their lives with is just something I could write about...
by Marley Froscello | Nov 22, 2024 | Arts & Sciences, Europe, Faculty-Led, Summer
During my month-long stay in Florence, I took advantage of the weekends to explore different parts of Italy. One weekend, I decided to visit an Italian beach that wasn’t crowded or expensive. After some online research, I found Moneglia, a small comune with beautiful...
by Emily A. | Nov 22, 2024 | Arts & Sciences, Europe, Faculty-Led, Summer
During my three weeks at UA in Portugal: European Innovation Academy, I had the opportunity to participate in many activities that greatly enriched my study abroad experience. While the classroom offered can offer you valuable lessons about a country’s culture,...
by Emily A. | Nov 22, 2024 | Arts & Sciences, Europe, Faculty-Led, Summer, _
To all foodies, With a little over three weeks in Portugal under my belt, I can tell you unequivocally that this country is the place to be. I knew going into UA in Portugal: European Innovation Academy that Porto had a unique gastronomy. As I have explored...
by Taylor S. | Nov 22, 2024 | Arts & Sciences, Europe, Faculty-Led, Summer, _
Currently sitting in the airport, waiting to fly back to the States. What a full circle moment! This journey with the Europeon Innovation Academy has been incredible. I was able to be CEO of a team called kinesi that served to innovate home exercise software for...
by Taylor S. | Nov 22, 2024 | Arts & Sciences, Europe, Faculty-Led, Summer, _
HALFWAY POINT: This experience at the European Innovation Academy (EIA) has been nothing short of incredible! Although I was quite nervous entering this entrepreneurship competition, it has been amazing to discover all that I am capable of. On Day 0, I was thrilled to...
