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 Lauren P. | Oct 8, 2025 | Commerce & Business, Europe, Faculty-Led, Summer, _
As long as I can remember, my biggest dream was to see the world. As I am writing this, my dream is merely hours from coming true. I have never been outside of the country so there has been so many different emotions experienced leading up to this day. Days so full of...
by Dorothy S. | Oct 7, 2025 | Commerce & Business, Europe, Semester, UA-Affiliate, _
As I sat on the plane awaiting takeoff from the Milan airport, my senses were being assaulted. Although there is a popular stereotype of the Italian culture and language being loud and expressive, it is no comparison to a plane full of chatty Americans aboard a...
by Reagan R. | Oct 7, 2025 | Africa, Semester, Social Work, UA-Affiliate, _
After being home for two weeks there have been a flood of emotions about being back home and missing Ghana. Coming back from Ghana has been a lot harder than I expected. I thought I’d be happy to return to the usual comforts of home — hot showers, fast internet,...
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 Edyn M. | Oct 6, 2025 | Commerce & Business, Europe, Faculty-Led, Summer
Studying abroad has truly changed me for the better. Before this trip, I used to be afraid of change and hesitant about new beginnings. I liked staying in my comfort zone because it felt safe and predictable. Now, after spending time abroad, I see change as something...
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...
by Edyn M. | Oct 6, 2025 | Commerce & Business, Europe, Faculty-Led, Summer
If I could give one piece of advice to future study abroad students, it would be to embrace change and step outside your comfort zone. New places, new people, and new routines can feel overwhelming at first, but those moments of uncertainty are where the most growth...
by Madysen R. | Oct 6, 2025 | Africa, Arts & Sciences, Faculty-Led, Summer, _
Sunset in Kakum National Park As I prepared to study abroad, I had so many thoughts and expectations. Going to Ghana was not something I ever anticipated being a part of my academic and personal journey, but it ended up being one of the best and most valuable...
by Blake W. | Oct 6, 2025 | Australia/New Zealand, Commerce & Business, Semester, UA-Affiliate, _
Before I left for Australia in July, I made a joke that it would probably be the farthest point away I could get from my hometown in New York. Turns out, Melbourne, which is just a two hour flight from my study abroad location of the Gold Coast, is the farthest point...
by Tyler L. | Oct 6, 2025 | Commerce & Business, Europe, Semester, UA-Affiliate
My name is Tyler LeValley and I am a junior at Alabama majoring in marketing and minoring in international business. This semester I am studying abroad at Corvinus University in Budapest, Hungary. I have been living in Budapest for three weeks and have already had...
by Madisyn Harris | Oct 6, 2025 | Arts & Sciences, Australia/New Zealand, Semester, UA-Affiliate
Studying abroad has always been something I wanted to do, but I never thought my first trip outside the US would take me all the way to the other side of the world in Perth, Australia. This is my first time leaving the country, so the chance to explore somewhere...
by Joshua R. | Sep 26, 2025 | Commerce & Business, Europe, Faculty-Led, Summer, _
Studying abroad in Spain was one of the most enriching experiences of my college journey, and I’m grateful for every moment spent exploring the historic streets of Madrid and the vibrant coast of Barcelona. But looking back, there are definitely a few pieces of advice...
by Mason S. | Sep 26, 2025 | Arts & Sciences, Central America, Faculty-Led, Summer, _
Now that I’m back home, my mind is filled with a mix of emotions. The moment I stepped off the plane and into the airport, everything felt so familiar, yet different. I was excited to reunite with my family and friends, but I also found myself missing Belize. I miss...
by Dawson M. | Sep 26, 2025 | Australia/New Zealand, Engineering, Faculty-Led, Summer, _
The past three weeks have been packed full of incredible adventures, but the time has absolutely flown by. It all feels like a blur of hikes, cities, restaurants, presentations, and traveling. However, I truly do feel like to made the most of every moment and it was...
by Aruzhan S. | Sep 19, 2025 | Commerce & Business, Europe, Semester, UA-Affiliate
Only 20 days left before the end of my study abroad program, and it’s bittersweet. It’s hard to accept that I’ll soon be leaving a place that has truly become a second home. While I’m excited to return home, it’s also incredibly sad to say goodbye to this chapter of...
by Ryan P. | Sep 19, 2025 | Arts & Sciences, Europe, Semester, UA-Affiliate, _
Somehow, it is now already May, now I have to get ready to go home somehow. I have studied abroad these past two semesters, one in Rome and one in Paris. It has flown by like it was nothing, I 1000% do not want to go home. I have met so many different types of people...
by Ryan Taylor | Sep 17, 2025 | Central America, Commerce & Business, Faculty-Led, Semester, _
Today, our Manderson Graduate College GELI cohort had an incredible day in Panama City, diving into impactful community service, engaging with global business leaders, and exploring innovation in logistics. Each experience deepened our understanding of global business...
by Ryan Taylor | Sep 17, 2025 | Central America, Commerce & Business, Faculty-Led, Semester, _
Good morning from Panama City! Today was all about one of the modern wonders of the world—the iconic Panama Canal—and what an unforgettable day it was! Journey to the CanalAfter a hearty breakfast, our UA crew set off toward the Miraflores Locks, the most visited...
