by David L. | Oct 15, 2025 | Arts & Sciences, Europe, Faculty-Led, Summer, _
When I arrived in Greece, it was overwhelming to see the history that was here. The food has been extremely delicious and unexpectedly cheaper than I thought. We were able to travel to the Acropolis and enjoy being close to history and even seen a Greek movie being...
by Lily C. | Oct 15, 2025 | Arts & Sciences, Australia/New Zealand, Faculty-Led, Summer, _
New Zealand is an incredibly beautiful country, and I’ve thoroughly enjoyed every part of my experience so far. From the lush greenery to the unique wildlife and vibrant culture, everything about this place has been breathtaking. However, the highlight of my trip thus...
by Dawson M. | Oct 15, 2025 | Arts & Sciences, Australia/New Zealand, Faculty-Led, Honors College, Summer, _
The New Zealand scenery has definitely not disappointed. We have gone on about four or five hikes so far and they have been absolutely gorgeous. It’s crazy to me that I’ve been in the country for two weeks now and that my trip is almost over. Each day individually...
by Grace T. | Oct 15, 2025 | Arts & Sciences, Central America, Faculty-Led, Summer
We started out at Calabash Caye at the Turneffe Attol research station. They work together with the University of Belize. We stayed in dorm style rooms with bunk beds and shared bathrooms. There was also no AC and they only had cold water. Since it was a conservation...
by Joseph W. | Oct 15, 2025 | Arts & Sciences, Australia/New Zealand, Faculty-Led, Summer, _
My favorite thing about my study abroad trip in New Zealand is undoubtedly the natural environment. The landscapes here feel almost otherworldly in their beauty and diversity. From lush forests and mountains to crystal-clear beaches and thermal springs, every region...
by Margulan B. | Oct 15, 2025 | Arts & Sciences, Europe, UA-Affiliate, _
Hi! My name is Margulan, and I’m currently a study-abroad student at Universidad Carlos III de Madrid in Spain. I chose this university because it’s one of the most reputable in the country—and yes, the classes are challenging! But what truly drew me in was Madrid...
by William W. | Oct 15, 2025 | Arts & Sciences, Australia/New Zealand, Faculty-Led, Summer, _
To start off this blog, I think that traveling to New Zealand for this trip was the easiest it has ever been for me. Because my mother is a Maori woman herself, I have been to New Zealand about five or six times in my life.Both of my flights to Houston and Los Angeles...
by Brandon S. | Oct 14, 2025 | Arts & Sciences, Australia/New Zealand, Faculty-Led, Summer, _
This study abroad experience has been incredible, and it is just getting started! I arrived one week ago, and within thirty minutes of my arrival at the hotel/hostel, we went to an intermediate school and learned about the education system of New Zealand. We then...
by Emily A. | Oct 14, 2025 | Arts & Sciences, Australia/New Zealand, Semester, UA-Affiliate
It is mid-May in Melbourne. Footy is in full swing, the leaves are changing, and I am preparing for finals! While I have, and will continue to, enjoy exploring Melbourne, one of my favorite parts of studying abroad have been trips around Oceania. This area’s natural...
by Anika C. | Oct 14, 2025 | Africa, Arts & Sciences, Faculty-Led, Summer
I leave tomorrow morning for Rabat, Morocco, and it still doesn’t feel real. This trip is something I’ve been looking forward to, but now that it’s here, I’m feeling a mix of excitement and nerves. I’ve studied abroad in theory before, reading about it and planning,...
by Madisyn Harris | Oct 10, 2025 | Arts & Sciences, Australia/New Zealand, Semester, UA-Affiliate, _
Settling Into the Perth Lifestyle Life in Perth has been full of surprises, and I’ve quickly realized how different daily routines feel here compared to back home. One of the quirkiest things is how early everything closes—shopping malls shut down around 5 pm because...
by Grace T. | Oct 10, 2025 | Arts & Sciences, Central America, Faculty-Led, Summer, _
I just arrived in Belize. It is such a beautiful place but definitely an adjustment. The hardest part about day 1 was being so excited to see everything and meet everyone while also being so exhausted from traveling all day. We stayed in Belize city on the first...
by Raegan H. | Oct 10, 2025 | Arts & Sciences, Europe, Faculty-Led, Honors College, Internship, Summer
I’ve known that I wanted to study abroad since early high school. In fact, it’s a large reason why I came to the University of Alabama. I knew that the University was extremely supportive of study abroad experiences, and it was close to home, so I would be better...
by JP E. | Oct 10, 2025 | Arts & Sciences, Central America, Faculty-Led, Summer, _
I have always dreamed of studying abroad, and now that it is actually happening, I am ecstatic. The chance to get up close and personal with marine creatures was one of the main reasons I picked this excursion. I’ve always wanted to see coral reefs, and...
by Luke M. | Oct 10, 2025 | Arts & Sciences, Europe, Semester, UA-Affiliate, _
I am currently three months into my study abroad program at the American College of Greece in Athens, Greece. The school is located in a neighborhood just outside the hustle and bustle of downtown, offering a peaceful and quiet atmosphere, while still being only a 30...
by Bella M. | Oct 8, 2025 | All Year, Arts & Sciences, Europe, Exchange, _
I am half way through my time studying abroad in Florence, Italy! I am having an incredibly transformative experience. Florence, and Italy in general, is an amazing home base – this city is filed with history, art, and, most importantly, good food. I am studying...
by Victoria E. | Oct 8, 2025 | Arts & Sciences, Central America, _
Going to Panama has been one of the best experiences for me individually as a person in terms of growth, exposure, and development. Enjoying every moment taking it in and learning as much as I can was my goal for the trip. Unfortunately, the trip wasn’t forever...
by Ryan P. | Oct 7, 2025 | Arts & Sciences, Europe, Semester, UA-Affiliate, _
The semester is almost over already :[ Somehow it’s already been over four months since I got here, I have had a blast in Paris. Although, sadly, it is coming to an end it was a once-in-a-lifetime experience. I now have to start figuring out how to get all these...
by Angelina | Oct 6, 2025 | Africa, Arts & Sciences, Faculty-Led
Pictured in this post is the Cape Coast Castle in Cape Coast, Ghana. It was originally built by Sweden in the 17th century. Over the years, many countries took possession of it until the 1660s when the English took over. While being there, we toured the entire castle,...
by Makiya H. | Oct 6, 2025 | Africa, Arts & Sciences, Faculty-Led, Summer, _
Returning home from Cotonou, Benin after a transformative four-week study abroad experience has been both comforting and surprisingly disorienting. While I was excited to reunite with family, sleep in my own bed, and return to the familiar rhythm of life at home, I...
