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Leaving for London! – A First Timer’s Feelings

by Claire A. | Jun 27, 2025 | Arts & Sciences, Europe, Faculty-Led, Honors College, Summer, _

Whenever I get gloomy with the state of the world, I think about the arrivals gate at Heathrow Airport…which is where I’ll be in less than 24 hours! I came across the UA in Oxford program last fall and knew it was the perfect opportunity for me. As an...

Post-trip thoughts: May in New Zealand!

by Anna L. | Jun 23, 2025 | Arts & Sciences, Australia/New Zealand, Faculty-Led, Honors College, Summer

As I reflect back on my trip, I have an overwhelming sense of gratitude.  I can’t help but think of what a privilege it was to have the opportunity to experience the things I did while abroad in New Zealand.  It was interesting and eye-opening to interact with a...

Mid-trip Update: May in New Zealand!

by Anna L. | Jun 23, 2025 | Arts & Sciences, Australia/New Zealand, Faculty-Led, Honors College, Semester

Here I am about halfway through my trip in Christchurch, New Zealand!  The trip so far has been an absolute whirlwind in the best way.  Our days have been absolutely jam-packed and I am exhausted each night when going to bed.  While there absolutely have been some...

Scared to Study Abroad? So Was I

by Anna L. | Jun 23, 2025 | Arts & Sciences, Australia/New Zealand, Faculty-Led, Honors College, Summer, _

To be honest, studying abroad was never really on my mind or on my bucket list of things to do during my college years.  However, once my scholarship package offered a stipend to use specifically for studying abroad, I thought I should at least consider it.  Still, I...
Thinking of Studying Abroad? Here Are My Top Tips!

Thinking of Studying Abroad? Here Are My Top Tips!

by Annabelle B. | Jan 7, 2025 | Europe, Honors College, Human Environmental Sciences, Semester, UA-Affiliate, _

Thinking of Studying Abroad? Here Are My Top Tips! Studying abroad is one of the most exciting, life-changing adventures you can embark on. It’s not just about academics, it’s about discovering new cultures, meeting amazing people, and stepping out of your...
A brief reflection from my time in Paris

A brief reflection from my time in Paris

by Annabelle B. | Dec 17, 2024 | Europe, Honors College, Human Environmental Sciences, Semester, UA-Affiliate, _

After living here for six weeks, I now see Paris on a deeper, more nuanced level. Paris is not just a beautiful city, it is a place where the layers of history and culture are intricately woven into the urban landscape. Paris has become a place to observe and reflect,...
Reflecting on my time abroad: the dos and don’ts of packing

Reflecting on my time abroad: the dos and don’ts of packing

by Abigail Tanner | Dec 12, 2024 | Arts & Sciences, Europe, Faculty-Led, Honors College, Summer, _

With this trip being my first time abroad, I had no clue what to pack for a month in Amsterdam and Copenhagen. Now, I realize some things I *really* should have brought with me and some things I **really** should have left at home. Starting with the Dos: DO pack an...
UA in Holland: Preparing to Return Home

UA in Holland: Preparing to Return Home

by Abigail Tanner | Dec 12, 2024 | Europe, Faculty-Led, Honors College, Summer, _

It is now officially less than 24 hours until I depart Copenhagen and catch my flight (well, couple of flights) back to the States. Reflecting on my trip, I can say with full confidence that I have loved my time abroad. Pre-departure, I was nervous about making...
CIEE Open Campus Block Program

CIEE Open Campus Block Program

by Annabelle B. | Nov 27, 2024 | Australia/New Zealand, Europe, Exchange, Honors College, Human Environmental Sciences, Semester, UA-Affiliate, _

Studying abroad with CIEE’s Open Campus Program has truly been one of the most fulfilling experiences of my life, and I can’t recommend it enough. What I love most about the program is the freedom it gives you to create your own adventure, from choosing where to study...
Representations of Oxford University Through Literature

Representations of Oxford University Through Literature

by Tessa Pickens | Nov 18, 2024 | Arts & Sciences, Europe, Faculty-Led, Honors College, Summer, _

Throughout the first week of courses here at Oxford University we have begun to analyze the connections between numerous pieces of classic literature and the town/university itself. Some of the titles that we have been looking into are Alice in Wonderland, That...
UA in Oxford: Honors, History, and English

UA in Oxford: Honors, History, and English

by Tessa Pickens | Nov 18, 2024 | Arts & Sciences, Europe, Faculty-Led, Honors College, Summer

Choosing the UA in Oxford program may be the best decision that I have made thus far. I first saw this program my junior year of high school while researching colleges and it heavily influenced my decision on attending the University of Alabama. A lot of the appeal...
What You REALLY Should Bring when Studying Abroad

What You REALLY Should Bring when Studying Abroad

by Trinity Bailey | Jun 13, 2024 | Arts & Sciences, Europe, Faculty-Led, Honors College, Summer, _

When preparing to travel, it’s easy to fall down the internet rabbit hole of what to bring versus what not to bring. The packing is one of the hardest anxieties to overcome when leading up to your trip. But, luckily there are some things that the internet was...
Being Abroad: “Soak It All In!”

Being Abroad: “Soak It All In!”

by Trinity Bailey | Jun 13, 2024 | Arts & Sciences, Europe, Faculty-Led, Honors College, Summer, _

Going abroad, you are often advised to soak it all in and make the most of it. When hearing this from friends and family, I was intimidated by this! Questions arose like what happens when I’m too tired? How do I document my trip without any errors? What if I don’t...
Navigating Study Abroad Pressures and Priorities

Navigating Study Abroad Pressures and Priorities

by Owen M. | May 22, 2024 | Asia, Engineering, Honors College, Non-traditional, Semester, UA-Affiliate, _

Why bother studying abroad? It’s a fair question. If you have any desire to study abroad, hopefully, some reasons come to mind. It could be learning a new language, enjoying the new food and culture, meeting new people, gaining opportunities to benefit your...
My journey in deciding on a study abroad program

My journey in deciding on a study abroad program

by Christina Hunt | May 22, 2024 | Comm & Info Sciences, Commerce & Business, Europe, Faculty-Led, Honors College, Summer, _

Pre-departure Since I came to The University of Alabama as a freshman in August of 2021 as an out-of-state student, I knew going abroad was always a dream of mine. Both of my older sisters attended The University of Kentucky and always wanted to study abroad, but...
My Unplanned Must Haves While Studying Abroad

My Unplanned Must Haves While Studying Abroad

by Emma H. | May 22, 2024 | Arts & Sciences, Europe, Honors College, Semester, UA-Affiliate, _

Study abroad requires much preparation and packing.  However, there are a few essential items everyone should have on their person while traveling abroad.  Although living a nomadic lifestyle brings challenges and adventures alike, here are some...
Conquering First-Time Travel Anxiety and Embracing the Upcoming Adventure

Conquering First-Time Travel Anxiety and Embracing the Upcoming Adventure

by Trinity Bailey | May 22, 2024 | Arts & Sciences, Europe, Faculty-Led, Honors College, Summer, _

As I prepare to leave for Italy on a Faculty-Led trip in two days (two days??!?!?!), the anxiety and anticipation of the trip have truly settled in. This trip will be my first abroad, and it still doesn’t feel like it is here! I am so utterly grateful and...
Why You Should Volunteer Abroad!

Why You Should Volunteer Abroad!

by Madeleine Luther | Apr 18, 2024 | Arts & Sciences, Europe, Honors College, Semester, UA-Affiliate, _

Throughout this semester in Pau, France, I have been spending every Thursday afternoon at a local middle school. I assist an English teacher in his courses with the level 5 students (13 and 14 year olds) and I’ve learned so much from this experience! I initially was...
Settling in to South Korea

Settling in to South Korea

by Owen M. | Apr 18, 2024 | Asia, Engineering, Honors College, Non-traditional, Semester, UA-Affiliate, _

Getting accustomed to life in South Korea while studying abroad has been quite an adventure. Not only do Korea and the United States have vastly different cultures, but adapting to a country where English isn’t the primary language comes with its own set of...
Overcoming Culture Shock and Loneliness in a City of Hustle and Bustle

Overcoming Culture Shock and Loneliness in a City of Hustle and Bustle

by Emma H. | Apr 5, 2024 | Arts & Sciences, Europe, Honors College, Semester, UA-Affiliate, _

So, you’ve done the thing.  You’ve made it to your study abroad destination.  However, your new home does not gleam as much as you wanted it to.  I was overwhelmed with these feelings when I first arrived in Madrid.  The first...
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