by Ethan Pipitone | Jun 2, 2023 | Commerce & Business, Europe, Faculty-Led, Summer
One of the many reasons I committed to my two week faculty-led abroad program was the full itinerary that Professor Lopez created for his students. In addition to staying in both Athens and Paris for a week each, we also made trips to London and Bruges. Being that...
by J. Faulk | Jun 2, 2023 | Australia/New Zealand, Commerce & Business, Faculty-Led, Honors College, Summer
There is something special about this place. The love the people hold for each other and for the land they live on is astounding to watch. The effort placed into conservation of the world around them is unrivaled by other cultures I have experienced, especially...
by J. Faulk | Jun 2, 2023 | Australia/New Zealand, Commerce & Business, Faculty-Led, Honors College, Summer, _
Now, I know that the title sounds a little familiar. It is a set of lyrics from the iconic Broadway song “Defying Gravity” from the hit show “Wicked.” However, I want this final blog post to center around another number from the show....
by William Morlock | Jun 2, 2023 | Asia, Commerce & Business, Faculty-Led, Summer, _
The final destination for my study abroad trip was Bangkok, Thailand. Now, if you’ve ever seen Hangover 2, you probably realize that Bangkok is quite the exotic city. However, you may not have known that it is also home to some rich culture like the ancient...
by William Morlock | Jun 2, 2023 | Asia, Commerce & Business, Faculty-Led, Summer, _
The second country I visited during my trip abroad was Cambodia, specifically the cities of Siem Reap and Phnom Penh. Siem Reap is home to the most beautiful temple I have ever seen – Angkor Wat. Waking up before 4 am has never been so rewarding, as shown in the...
by Noah B. | May 31, 2023 | Commerce & Business, Europe, Faculty-Led, Summer
I discovered my first week recap never made it out of my drafts. The following is from my first week abroad: As my stay in Athens, Greece and the first half of my study abroad class come to a close, I can confidently say it will be one that I will always look back on...
by Noah B. | May 31, 2023 | Commerce & Business, Europe, Faculty-Led, Summer, UA-Affiliate
Well, it’s hard to believe that I was flying out of the country for the first time in my life just a little over two weeks ago. Now, my study abroad trip has come to an end, but I have made memories that I hope to keep with me forever. After my first week in Athens, I...
by Kristen Neill | May 31, 2023 | Commerce & Business, Europe, Summer, UA-Affiliate, _
I want everyone to remember that is okay to be home sick. For me this is my first time being away from home for an extended period of time as well as out of the country. And for many of you, you might be in the same boat. I know it is described as past the honeymoon...
by Vaerie-Taiy W. | May 27, 2023 | Commerce & Business, Europe, Faculty-Led, North America, Summer, _
Omg where do I start. So, guys… it’s happening, I am traveling abroad, and I am so excited!! I never thought I was going to get a chance because of what happened at the end of my freshman year when the world stopped, and we were sent home. I’ve always wanted to...
by Megan Scott | May 26, 2023 | Asia, Commerce & Business, Faculty-Led, Semester, _
Studying abroad was an exciting opportunity to explore new cultures, broaden my horizons, and gain invaluable educational insights. I am finally back in the States after visiting Hanoi and Ha Long Bay in Vietnam, Siem Reap and Phnom Penh in Cambodia, and Bangkok,...
by Megan Scott | May 26, 2023 | Asia, Commerce & Business, Faculty-Led, Semester, _
My summer in Vietnam, Cambodia, and Thailand is finally coming to a close soon, but I’m not ready to say goodbye just yet. Bangkok has been amazing!! After we arrived in Bangkok, we went to have a Thai lunch at Hua Takhe Market. They served us Pad Thai and mango...
by Ryan Taylor | May 26, 2023 | Africa, Commerce & Business, Faculty-Led, Summer, _
Good Evening from this part of the world!I am so excited to embark on this journey to Stellenbosch! As I looked forward to taking off from London Heathrow, I couldn’t help but feel a mix of excitement and nervousness. Despite my prepared itinerary, there was one...
by Noah B. | May 26, 2023 | Commerce & Business, Europe, Faculty-Led, Summer
In just one day, I will be leaving the United States for the first time in my life. Some people may travel to other countries regularly, but as someone who has spent their entire life in rural Alabama, it feels surreal. At this time tomorrow, I will be headed to...
by Shannon Tagler | May 26, 2023 | Commerce & Business, Europe, Faculty-Led, Summer, _
I cannot believe that in a less than two weeks I will be on a plane traveling across the country. Studying abroad and traveling the world has always been something I wanted to do. However, with the pandemic hitting second semester of my freshman year of college, that...
by Jordan R | May 26, 2023 | Commerce & Business, Europe, Faculty-Led, Honors College, Semester, _
Growing up I would hear my parents use sayings I had never heard or even understood. Phrases like “time flies when you’re having fun”, “they grow up so fast”, and “life will pass you by in the blink of an eye”. Then, somewhere...
by Laura N | May 26, 2023 | Commerce & Business, Europe, Semester, UA-Affiliate, _
Studying abroad has been the best decision I have ever made. Looking back over my trip, I am so grateful for all the memories I have made and the relationships I have formed. This weekend my friends and I were deciding how to spend our last few days in Paris. We went...
by Laura N | May 26, 2023 | Commerce & Business, Europe, Semester, UA-Affiliate, _
Spring 2023 Studying Abroad in Paris, France While abroad, I am amazed everyday and at the opportunities in front of me. If I could, I would study abroad every semester! While studying in Paris, I’ve spent a lot of time in the city and going to so many of the...
by Hannah Hall | May 25, 2023 | Commerce & Business, Europe, Faculty-Led, Semester, _
During my ten days spent in Greece, I found that the best way to maximize my time there was to embrace and try to experience the new differences this country had to offer. For example, I discovered so many new foods that I have come to love such as the traditional...
by Hannah Hall | May 25, 2023 | Commerce & Business, Europe, Faculty-Led, Semester, _
The International Financial Reporting study abroad program I am currently on spends one week in Athens, Greece and another week in Paris, France. Aside from our days of class and days booked with excursions as a class, we have a handful of free days with the freedom...
by Hannah Hall | May 25, 2023 | Commerce & Business, Europe, Faculty-Led, Semester, _
I would be lying if I said I wasn’t extremely anxious about how my study abroad trip was going to go, especially since I did not personally know any other students going on the trip as well. I am partaking in the International Financial Reporting study abroad...
