by Cassidy B. | Jul 9, 2026 | _
For the rest of my time in Spain, I made sure to spend as much time with my new friends as possible. Before my trip, I was so worried about making friends, but now I know I had nothing to worry about. The people I have met during my time abroad have left a big impact...
by Sasha S. | Jul 9, 2026 | _
Studying abroad in Japan has been one of the highlights of my life. Getting to experience the food, culture, historic landmarks, and people while creating bonds with fellow University of Alabama students was such an amazing opportunity. The learning we did was almost...
by Cassidy G. | Jul 9, 2026 | Africa, Engineering, Europe, Internship, Summer, _
July marks the beginning of my third and final month abroad this summer. Over the past two months, I’ve traveled to France, the Netherlands, Belgium, Switzerland, Portugal, and Morocco, with plans to add Italy and Hungary before the month is over. The chance to...
by Katie L. | Jul 8, 2026 | _
As my study abroad experience in Italy concludes I look back on all of the memories I have gained from it and I am beyond thankful for this opportunity. I have gained so much personal growth from this trip in addition to the academic benefits. Learning how to navigate...
by Ella B. | Jul 6, 2026 | Arts & Sciences, Europe, Faculty-Led, Summer, _
Outside of the tours built into the program, my classmates and I spend many hours wandering around the city and exploring on our own. Before the trip, I spent a lot of time researching Rome and watching TikToks for ideas about what to do, where to eat, and which...
by Jackson H. | Jun 30, 2026 | Arts & Sciences, Semester, _
Today I arrived at my study abroad host institution, the Harlaxton College Manor. This place has been on the periphery of my life for years. My older sister studied here, and hearing about the magic of walking around the manor gardens, studying in the state rooms, or...
by Valeria P. | Jun 30, 2026 | Commerce & Business, Faculty-Led, Summer, _
When I decided to study abroad, I knew I wanted a program that connected with my Marketing major while also giving me the opportunity to experience something completely new. I chose the UA in Europe: Marketing, Sales, and Retail faculty-led program because it aligned...
by Emmett D. | Jun 30, 2026 | _
If I had to choose one thing that makes Barcelona special, it would be the food culture. It’s not just about what you eat but how you eat. Meals here are slower, more social, and feel like an experience rather than just something out of necessity. Tapas quickly became...
by Sasha S. | Jun 30, 2026 | _
My fascination with Japan originated from my training in Okinawan Kenpo karate. I began martial arts at six years old, and although younger me was mostly excited by the prospect of becoming the next Karate Kid, I soon began to build a deep admiration for Japan’s...
by Reina B. | Jun 30, 2026 | _
Hey UA! We went on our final day trip to the city of Toledo, roughly an hour from our Nebrija campus. Our excursion happened to fall on one of the hottest days of the summer thus far in Spain! When packing for your trip, make sure to bring plenty of sunscreen and a...
by Craig K. | Jun 18, 2026 | Europe, Faculty-Led, Honors College, Summer, _
The Cologne Cathedral (pictured above) is home to massive stained glass windows, some of which date back to the 1200’s. This is my third blog on my honors faculty-led study abroad in Germany. If you are interested in hearing about my expectations before-hand and...
by Sofia B. | Jun 9, 2026 | Europe, UA-Affiliate, _
While I’m happy to be back home in the comfort of my own bed, I miss the liveliness and adventures of Portugal. When I first arrived back at the airport in the United States, everything felt familiar, yet different at the same time. I already miss the slower pace of...
by Lorenzo G. | Feb 6, 2026 | _
Nothing can quite prepare you for the first couple of weeks studying abroad. After being here nearly a month, it’s safe to say that adapting has been a constant struggle. The state I find myself in is physically, emotionally, and spiritually draining, yet this...
by Abbye W. | Feb 2, 2026 | Europe, Semester, UA-Affiliate, _
My new friends posing with my lost luggage! Being from the Midwest, traveling to arrive in my study abroad city was a nightmare. With various flight delays, missing connections, and rerouting, issues are bound to arise. For me, the aircraft for my connection from...
by Jones T. | Jan 28, 2026 | Arts & Sciences, Europe, Exchange, Semester, _
It only took a few weeks of settling in while abroad to decide I was ready to travel outside of my host city. Sitting only an hour train ride away is the small town of Stratford-Upon-Avon. This town, most well known as the birthplace of Shakespeare, bolsters a wide...
by Tyler L. | Jan 23, 2026 | Commerce & Business, Europe, Semester, UA-Affiliate, _
It has been a month since I returned to the US from my semester abroad in Budapest, Hungary and I have been reflecting on how this unique opportunity has changed me. I realize that I’ve now fundamentally changed from the version of myself who departed for Europe five...
by Emmett D. | Jan 23, 2026 | Commerce & Business, Europe, Semester, UA-Affiliate, _
Hey all! I am Emmett and I am studying in Barcelona, so far it’s been amazing! I went to Madrid the second weekend and loved it! Choosing to study abroad was something I had thought about for years since my mom studied in Rome for a year, but it became a real...
by Hailey C. | Jan 13, 2026 | _
I chose to study abroad because I wanted to step outside of my comfort zone and experience life from a global perspective. As a student, I felt this was the right time academically and personally to challenge myself while still having the flexibility to explore....
by Braden M. | Jan 13, 2026 | _
As my semester in Florence gets closer, I’ve been focusing on researching the places I’ll be calling home and the places I hope to explore on the weekends. I wanted to start this journey feeling informed, confident, and excited, so I’ve been doing a mix of local...
by Stephen R. | Jan 8, 2026 | _
I began this post just as I began this journey, unable to put into words how I felt. Unfortunately (or maybe fortunately), that remained the case for longer than I would have liked. As I spent my weeks in Europe, I began to understand just why I always hear the...
