by Itzel N. | Jul 22, 2026 | Commerce & Business, Europe, Faculty-Led, Summer
When I first arrived in Dubrovnik, Croatia, I was overfilled with nervousness and excitement to meet my classmates that I was going to experience this trip with. It was a long travel day with connecting flights, and I was happy to finally be at my first...
by Connor L. | Jul 15, 2026 | Commerce & Business, Faculty-Led, _
Last year, I went on this program as a freshman business student. I was chosen by my program faculty to be the returning mentor to the 2026 cohort. In my role, I can provide information and guidance based on my experiences last year. I am extremely excited to...
by Olivia Cooper | Jul 14, 2026 | Arts & Sciences, Europe, Faculty-Led, Honors College, Summer
Before I start sharing my stories of these past few days, I want to explain why I chose to study abroad and the UK in particular. My name is Olivia, and I am an upcoming Junior, studying Public Health at the University of Alabama. I have always been interested in the...
by Zachary M. | Jul 9, 2026 | Arts & Sciences, Faculty-Led, South America
UA in Peru students pose outside of the Sacsayhuaman fortress in Cusco, Peru Imagine this scenario: You are a visitor in a city you have never been to, in a new country and continent thousands of miles away from home. As you emerge from a cozy alleyway lined with the...
by Tyler D. | Jul 8, 2026 | Arts & Sciences, Central America, Faculty-Led, Summer
Returning home from Belize has been an eye-opening experience. Immediately missed were the warm sunshine, constant sea breeze, and most of all the friends I made there. As I went on a fishing trip with my family, I even missed the Belizean heat that I had grown...
by Ella B. | Jul 6, 2026 | Arts & Sciences, Europe, Faculty-Led, Summer, _
Outside of the tours built into the program, my classmates and I spend many hours wandering around the city and exploring on our own. Before the trip, I spent a lot of time researching Rome and watching TikToks for ideas about what to do, where to eat, and which...
by Valeria P. | Jun 30, 2026 | Commerce & Business, Faculty-Led, Summer, _
When I decided to study abroad, I knew I wanted a program that connected with my Marketing major while also giving me the opportunity to experience something completely new. I chose the UA in Europe: Marketing, Sales, and Retail faculty-led program because it aligned...
by Craig K. | Jun 18, 2026 | Europe, Faculty-Led, Honors College, Summer, _
The Cologne Cathedral (pictured above) is home to massive stained glass windows, some of which date back to the 1200’s. This is my third blog on my honors faculty-led study abroad in Germany. If you are interested in hearing about my expectations before-hand and...
by Mia L. | Jun 9, 2026 | Africa, Faculty-Led, Nursing, Summer
Deciding to study abroad isn’t something that happens in a single moment. For me, it was a slow build—a mix of curiosity, timing, opportunity, and a desire to stretch myself beyond the familiar. Now that the countdown to departure is getting real, I’ve been reflecting...
by Macy M | Jan 8, 2026 | Arts & Sciences, Europe, Faculty-Led, Summer
Coming back home was bittersweet. Though I was only in Germany for a month, it felt like I lived a small lifetime in that short span. It is crazy to remember how I almost did not go on this trip just because of anxiety. I was so worried about going abroad not knowing...
by Andrew W. | Dec 16, 2025 | Arts & Sciences, Europe, Faculty-Led, Summer
From the beginning of my study abroad trip to Germany for German Language and Culture, things were not going how I expected. Prior to this trip, I had never left the US, so I was determined to make myself as prepared as possible before I left. The weeks before my trip...
by Andrew W. | Dec 16, 2025 | Arts & Sciences, Europe, Faculty-Led, Summer, _
Two weeks into my month abroad in Freiburg, Germany, I have seen so much of the city and have improved my German language skills. I have German class Monday through Friday afternoons, and I have had a great experience with the class so far. Each day of class lasts...
by Nathanael J. | Dec 12, 2025 | Arts & Sciences, Faculty-Led, Honors College, Summer
Wow, what a trip. I have so much to reflect on I don’t even know where to start. Even though I joined late, I feel like I have been on this trip for the whole time. As we wrap up on the last day or so, I want to say thanks to everyone in the group. I felt so welcomed...
by Brianna C. | Dec 12, 2025 | Arts & Sciences, Faculty-Led, Summer, _
Back from Scotland! I am back from Scotland! While I loved every moment of my time abroad, I was also excited to return home and share everything I learned. The second I landed in the Atlanta airport, I immediately felt more comfortable and more in control and aware...
by Mya D. | Dec 12, 2025 | Arts & Sciences, Europe, Faculty-Led, Non-traditional, _
“WOW, I can’t belive we’re actually here!!!” Are my first thoughts as soon as the plan touches down in Edinburgh. But little did I know that there would be many more “wow” moments to come. First Impressions From the moment I...
by Kelsie A. | Dec 12, 2025 | Arts & Sciences, By College, Europe, Faculty-Led, Non-traditional, _
I chose to study abroad because I’ve always wanted to travel outside of the United States. I have always found it fascinating to see how different people live their everyday lives! This particular opportunity worked out perfectly for me because I was also able to...
by Kelsie A. | Dec 11, 2025 | Arts & Sciences, Europe, Faculty-Led, Summer, _
When I first arrived in Edinburgh, I was immediately taken by the cool air and all the historic, older buildings. What I did not anticipate, though, was the number of stairs and hills I would have to walk up and down. On the very first day, I walked around 20,000...
by Konnor C. | Dec 11, 2025 | Commerce & Business, Europe, Faculty-Led, Honors College, Summer
Following a flight cancellation and rescheduling, I have finally returned to Alabama. After passing through security and approaching the gate of my flight, which had been delayed, I received a notification that my flight had been cancelled due to mechanical problems....
by Konnor C. | Dec 11, 2025 | Commerce & Business, Europe, Faculty-Led, Honors College, Summer
Taking part in the European Innovation Academy program, this summer has led me, alongside thirty other UA students, to Porto, Portugal. What I quickly realized was just how dense the city of Porto was, and that I would certainly need some time to adjust before I could...
by Brianna C. | Dec 11, 2025 | Arts & Sciences, Europe, Faculty-Led, Summer, _
Hello from Scotland! I absolutely love it here! I’ve been learning so much and fully immersing myself in Scottish culture. Here’s a little about my study abroad experience so far: First Impressions When we landed in Edinburgh, I was so jet-lagged! Our flight was a...
