by Anna S @annadove__ | Feb 26, 2020 | Arts & Sciences, Comm & Info Sciences, Semester, South America, UA-Affiliate
I was so lucky to have avoided the homesickness and feelings of being completely overwhelmed when I arrived here in Santiago. In fact, it took me exactly 43 days to feel a twinge of those things, which I know is something to be very appreciative of. That’s not the...
by Anna S @annadove__ | Feb 3, 2020 | Arts & Sciences, Comm & Info Sciences, Semester, South America, UA-Affiliate, _
I had wanted to study abroad immediately upon my discovery of the ‘other cultures’ section of my elementary school library as a third grader. I knew, sitting in my room at home pouring over every book I could find about other customs and routines and places I knew...
by JunLan | Aug 10, 2019 | Arts & Sciences, Asia, Comm & Info Sciences, Commerce & Business, Duration, Summer, UA-Affiliate, _
For the longest time, I always struggled with being true to myself yet I was always subconsciously running away from and ignoring it, scared that maybe what I found when I looked hard enough into myself would be someone I really didn’t like at all. And a lot of that...
by Gabrielle H | Jul 20, 2019 | Comm & Info Sciences, Europe, Faculty-Led, Summer
Looking back at my trip, I am so glad I put such hard work in order to go because it was all worth it. I was fortunate enough to have a great group of students with me which truly made the experience. When I first got to Europe I was slightly overwhelmed and wanted...
by Gabrielle H | Jul 20, 2019 | Comm & Info Sciences, Europe, Faculty-Led, Summer, _
I had a lot of preconceived notions about France from hearing other peoples’ experiences. For the most part I was wrong about my initial expectations and stereotypes about the country and its people. I traveled a lot beforehand so I was already somewhat...
by Gabrielle H | Jul 20, 2019 | Comm & Info Sciences, Europe, Faculty-Led, Summer, _
I’ve known I wanted to study abroad years before I even knew what college I would attend. As I started to come into my own at Alabama, I learned about C&IS in France, a program that combined classes and networking opportunities. I couldn’t think of a better...
by Grace G | Jun 11, 2019 | Comm & Info Sciences, Europe, Faculty-Led, Summer, _
My friends’ and I held up our passports and boarding passes for a picture before our trip to Italy last year. Spoiler: see tip #6 for how we kept our passports safe! My study abroad trip to France with the College of Communications is approaching quickly and I’m...
by Johnathan A | Apr 18, 2019 | Arts & Sciences, Comm & Info Sciences, Europe, Exchange, Semester
I knew coming in that Leicester was known for its diversity, but it wasn’t until I became more comfortable that I would realize just how special and interesting this city was. When I had locked in my decision to study abroad in the UK, everyone’s first...
by Virginia E | Feb 26, 2019 | Comm & Info Sciences, _
I chose to study abroad in Australia. Why Australia? All my friends asked numerous times… Well…. I just wanted to. I have always had an immense calling to towards the Australian culture, beaches, social scene. Everything about Australians I have always loved. When I...
by Johnathan A | Jan 15, 2019 | Arts & Sciences, Comm & Info Sciences, Europe, Exchange, Semester
My name is Johnathan Anderson and I’m studying abroad in Leicester, England! (LES-TAH) I’ve been in town for just about a week now and feel like everything is beginning to feel a bit normal. Classes started yesterday and my routine is beginning to settle...
by Lexi S | Nov 25, 2018 | Arts & Sciences, By College, Comm & Info Sciences, Duration, Europe, Program Type, Region, Semester, UA-Affiliate
Being Hungarian, a trip to Hungary had always naturally been a dream of mine. With my great-grandmother on my mom’s side being born there, I definitely felt a connection to the country, but I had simply chalked it up to an impossibility for me. When I was talking to...
by Lexi S | Nov 13, 2018 | Arts & Sciences, By College, Comm & Info Sciences, Duration, Europe, Program Type, Region, Semester, UA-Affiliate
Russian fashion sense is truly a thing to bear witness to. Before coming to Saint Petersburg, I had only heard that they “dress a bit nicer” than we do in America. I had no idea what I was in for. The women here dress in a rotation that often consists of some sort of...
by Nathan S | Jul 23, 2018 | Comm & Info Sciences, Europe, Faculty-Led, Summer, _
My journey to Ireland was one of the best experiences of my life. I have made friendships that I believe will last and connections that could guide me on my way to my career. I went on the trip knowing no one, and by the conclusion of the trip, I feel that I had a...
by Nathan S | Jul 23, 2018 | Comm & Info Sciences, Europe, Faculty-Led, Summer
Following an exciting couple days in Dublin, the group travelled to Galway where we would stay for the next four weeks. Simply looking out the bus window, one could see the complete beauty of the place. There was green as far as the eye could see, and hand built stone...
by Madison K | Jul 8, 2018 | Comm & Info Sciences, Europe, Semester, UA-Affiliate, _
Annnnnnd, we’re back. In America. The home of the brave and land of the free and what not. And let me tell you, it actually is kind of nice to be back. My first night home I all but guzzled a cup of cheese dip at my favorite local Mexican restaurant. Later that week I...
by Madison K | Jul 8, 2018 | Comm & Info Sciences, Europe, Semester, UA-Affiliate, _
Culture shock. Before I left for study abroad and once I arrived at my new temporary home, it seemed to be all people could discuss. I patiently sat through at least five different lectures or online seminars with a graphic of the same culture shock curve presented...
by Nathan S | Jul 6, 2018 | Comm & Info Sciences, Europe, Faculty-Led, Summer
In my last post I chronicled the events and mentalities that led me to arrive at the Dublin Airport the morning of June 15th. The moment the wheels landed, a new world was ready to be seen and experienced. The signs even had instructions in Gaelic as well as English....
by Nathan S | Jul 1, 2018 | Comm & Info Sciences, Europe, Faculty-Led, Summer
Up to this point in my life as a second year college student, I had never left the United States and had only been on an airplane once. I am not normally the adventurous type, and therefore, my decision to decide to leave for Ireland was borderline out of character...
by Makenna C | Jun 20, 2018 | Comm & Info Sciences, Europe, Faculty-Led, Summer
Getting to tour Le Monde was definitely a highlight of my stay in France. The night before we went, I was definitely feeling the pressure since this industry visit was geared towards my interests. I never really speak up in group settings since I over think a lot and...
by Makenna C | Jun 15, 2018 | Comm & Info Sciences, Europe, Faculty-Led, Summer
The day trip to Versailles was definitely something that I will never forget. The train ride was relatively short and my roommate and I got met some really nice couple from New Jersey and New York who were visiting Paris as well. We talked with them the whole way...
