by Caroline Brantley | Jun 13, 2024 | Africa, Faculty-Led, Social Work, Summer
As young adults, we are so often challenged to find our identity or question what we have always placed our identity in, and, as I am staring down the one-week mark before my departure to Ghana for my summer study abroad program, I feel once again challenged to reckon...
by Shana S. | May 30, 2024 | Africa, Faculty-Led, Non-traditional, Social Work, Summer, _
So here I am, in the middle of my sophomore year in my 40’s, a full-time student running my own company, married with three kids, and running a small goat farm, planning a trip to Ghana! Amidst this beautiful chaos, I am preparing for this opportunity with...
by Shana S. | May 30, 2024 | Africa, Faculty-Led, Non-traditional, Social Work, Summer
Greetings, let’s dive into the hilariously chaotic world of preparing to travel abroad to Ghana. As someone who’s a pro at under-packing (read: I’m a carry-on-only type of gal!), gearing up for a three-week adventure feels like attempting to fit...
by Madeleine Luther | Sep 12, 2023 | Africa, Arts & Sciences, Education, Faculty-Led, Non-traditional, Social Work, Summer
Recently I spent one week in Sunyani, Ghana doing service learning as a part of UA in Ghana. Being a French major, my service learning placement was shadowing a French teacher at a local Montessori school where I observed her teach the language while interacting with...
by Madeline P | Sep 12, 2023 | Europe, Social Work, Summer, UA-Affiliate, _
I’m not ashamed to admit that I teared up a little bit in the Birmingham airport when I heard the familiar sounds of sweet, southern accents – in English! I loved my time abroad, and the way Spanish sounds coming out of the mouth of a true Spaniard, but I did...
by Danielle R | Aug 9, 2023 | Africa, Semester, Social Work, UA-Affiliate, _
by Kirsy D. | Jul 17, 2023 | Central America, Faculty-Led, Social Work, Summer, _
Hey there, fellow travelers and curious minds! I’m thrilled to share my exciting study abroad experience in the enchanting city of Antigua, Guatemala. As a doctoral student at the University of Alabama, immersing myself in Latin American history and politics has...
by Kirsy D. | Jul 17, 2023 | Central America, Faculty-Led, Social Work, Summer, _
Welcome back, fellow travelers! Today, I want to share an important aspect of my visit to Antigua, Guatemala – the commitment to responsible tourism and being a respectful guest. As we venture into new destinations, it becomes crucial for us to leave a positive impact...
by Kirsy D. | Jul 17, 2023 | Central America, Faculty-Led, Social Work, Summer, _
Welcome back, fellow adventurers! Today, I’m here to say farewell to the enchanting city of Antigua, Guatemala, where a sensory feast awaits at every turn. I dived into the colors, art, and captivating aromas that make this city a true paradise for the senses. I...
by Natalia A | Jul 14, 2023 | By College, Duration, Europe, Internship, Program Type, Region, Semester, Social Work
The buildup to my trip to Spain felt sudden. To be honest, it felt surreal. Getting on the plane to make my way to Murcia, it felt as though I was simply traveling to a different place within the United States rather than a completely different country on another...
by Madeline P | May 24, 2019 | Europe, Social Work, Summer, UA-Affiliate, _
Hey, my name is Madeline! I’m an upcoming junior at the University of Alabama majoring in Social Work with a minor in Spanish. I’m originally from Daphne, Alabama, but I love being able to call Tuscaloosa my home for these few years! In the upcoming years, I hope to...
by Amber U | Apr 26, 2019 | Central America, Internship, Semester, Social Work, _
Trying to comprehend how 4 months swiftly passed me by is mind boggling, yet beautiful. My time in Mexico cannot be explained in the way that I want because it opened the door for me to reach new heights and achieve things I never thought I would achieve. I am...
by Amber U | Mar 22, 2019 | Faculty-Led, Semester, Social Work, South America, _
This picture was taken in May 2016, on my first trip to Mexico. 🙂 The truth is, I did not choose to study abroad this semester – studying abroad chose me. I did not choose to return to school for a graduate program – that chose me as well. After being accepted in to...
by Amber U | Feb 27, 2019 | Central America, Faculty-Led, Semester, Social Work
When I arrived to Mexico, I immediately became overwhelmed with good emotions. I shed a few tears and expressed boundless gratitude for where I am because it is not often that you get to return to places where you once failed, only to be set on a path to succeed. I...
by Kelly M | Feb 21, 2019 | Africa, Internship, Semester, Social Work, _
Hello! My name is Kelly Muston. I am a Master of Social Work student. I will be completing an international internship in Ghana in the Spring of 2019. I would like to say that I have some amazing motivation behind why I chose to study abroad, but it just is not true....
by Candace R | Nov 14, 2018 | Europe, Internship, Semester, Social Work
My name is Candace, I am 24 years old, and in the Graduate Social Work program. I have always wanted to study abroad but the opportunity never came up. It was not until orientation that I was able to see myself leaving the states. I wanted to go to a diverse city...
by Danielle R | Nov 14, 2018 | Africa, Internship, Semester, Social Work, _
“A ship is always safe at shore, but that’s not what it’s built for.” -Albert Einstein I have officially committed to my Spring 2019 field placement in Ghana, West Africa. You would not even begin to believe the emotions I am trying to contain....
by Fredericka B | Sep 24, 2018 | Africa, Internship, Semester, Social Work, _
There is no doubt that there are highs and lows when studying abroad. One minute, you can be having an amazing conversation with a Ghanaian, the next, someone may be trying to talk to you and they get frustrated because you cannot understand them. You can have a...
by Fredericka B | Sep 18, 2018 | Africa, Semester, Social Work
The day before I left to start this amazing journey, I felt as if my heart would explode with all of these emotions that I couldn’t express. I was excited to experience a different culture, I was excited to meet my host family. However, I was also nervous about the...
by Fredericka B | Sep 4, 2018 | Africa, Internship, Semester, Social Work
After almost a whole day of flying, I was just hours away from landing in Accra. During different times of the flight I came across others who asked me questions out of curiosity. Where are you from? How many times have you been to Ghana? What are you doing here? Was...
