by Margaret J | Jun 16, 2023 | Arts & Sciences, Europe, Exchange, Semester, _
by Jackson C. | Jun 16, 2023 | Commerce & Business, Europe, Faculty-Led, Summer
by Jackson C. | Jun 16, 2023 | Commerce & Business, Europe, Faculty-Led, Summer
by Jackson C. | Jun 16, 2023 | Commerce & Business, Europe, Faculty-Led, Summer, _
by Caitlin Williams | Jun 16, 2023 | Commerce & Business, Europe, Summer, UA-Affiliate, _
Hey everyone! My name is Caitlin Williams and I am currently studying abroad in Barcelona, Spain for 6 weeks.I chose to study abroad because of the amazing opportunity it gives students to be immersed in another culture, language, and lifestyle for a period of time...
by Adley Ragan | Jun 16, 2023 | Commerce & Business, Europe, Summer, UA-Affiliate, _
By: Adley Ragan Hi fellow study abroad students! I would like to start first by introducing myself. My name is Adley Ragan, and I am an upcoming Junior from Nashville, Tennessee and I am pursuing a major in Marketing with a minor in Real Estate. Last Summer I worked...
by Julia Leskow | Jun 16, 2023 | Australia/New Zealand, Education, Faculty-Led, Honors College, Summer
After an amazing month abroad, I took some time to reflect on my once-in-a-lifetime trip to New Zealand. While thinking of all the wonderful memories I made, I took the time to think of the advice I would give to someone who would be in my position in the future....
by Bryce Schottelkotte | Jun 16, 2023 | Arts & Sciences, Europe, Faculty-Led, Summer, _
Today is my first day home after my two week study abroad to Stockholm, Sweden and Amsterdam, Netherlands. I can honestly say this was one of the most impactful experiences I have ever had. From learning about the countries healthcare and higher education systems, so...
by Malia Elliott | Jun 16, 2023 | Comm & Info Sciences, Faculty-Led, North America, Summer, _
Prior to coming to Sint Maarten, I had major fears about what life would be like on the island for me. Would I make friends with my classmates? Would the locals accept us? Would I adjust well to their way of living? The short answer is yes, but not without some...
by Ryan E. | Jun 16, 2023 | Arts & Sciences, Faculty-Led, South America, Summer, _
Although our program is based out of Barranquilla, Colombia, this weekend, like the last, was spent in Cartagena. Cartagena is a beautiful city full of colonial history. On our way there, we went to Volcan de Totumo, a volcano full of volcanic mud that we were able to...
by Lauren Mccombs | Jun 16, 2023 | Arts & Sciences, Europe, Summer, UA-Affiliate
by Lauren Mccombs | Jun 16, 2023 | Arts & Sciences, Europe, Summer, UA-Affiliate, _
by Carly T. | Jun 15, 2023 | Arts & Sciences, Asia, Faculty-Led, Summer, _
After completing my study abroad experience to Thailand, Cambodia, and Vietnam, I can confidently say that it was an opportunity of a lifetime. We got to learn so much about the rich and fascinating culture of Southeast Asia, across multiple different cities and...
by Aubrei Grisaffe | Jun 15, 2023 | Australia/New Zealand, Faculty-Led, Honors College, Summer, _
It has been ten days since I completed the UA Honors in New Zealand: One Really Awesome South Pacific Adventure. Since finishing the program, I have not stopped thinking about how my life in the US is simultaneously very similar and very different to that of students...
by Laura N | Jun 15, 2023 | Commerce & Business, Europe, Semester, UA-Affiliate, _
I have been in Paris, France for two weeks and absolutely loving it! I am staying in a homestay and the family is so kind. They are teaching me about the French culture and providing me with so many amazing French meals! I was so shocked the first day when she kept...
by Will Allen | Jun 15, 2023 | Africa, Arts & Sciences, Faculty-Led, Summer, _
A few days ago I completed a cooking class in the colourful neighborhood of Bo-Kaap. This was the original settlement of the Duch people in the cape. We were immersed into Muslim culture as we got to explore some of the mosques, cook traditional foods and eat the...
by Will Allen | Jun 15, 2023 | Africa, Arts & Sciences, Faculty-Led, Summer, _
We got the experience of a lifetime going to Aquila Safari to see the big 5 up close and personal. We got to see Lions, Zebras, Hippos, Giraffes, and so much more. They are all such unique and powerful animals in their own way and to see them roam the land was...
by Addison Russell | Jun 15, 2023 | Commerce & Business, Europe, Faculty-Led, Summer, _
The first 11 days of our study abroad trip were spent in two cities in Croatia: Zagreb and Dubrovnik. Zagreb is the capital of the country, and it is full of buildings that are centuries old, with lots of history behind them. Although it was the capital, we were able...
by Abigail Yarbrough | Jun 15, 2023 | Arts & Sciences, Europe, Honors College, Summer, UA-Affiliate
One of the most unique parts about studying abroad that sets it apart from traveling to a location for a short amount of time is the opportunity to understand and experience local culture firsthand. While I have been studying abroad in Sorrento, Italy, I have found...
by Maya S | Jun 14, 2023 | Arts & Sciences, Europe, Semester, UA-Affiliate, _
Everyone talks about culture shock when you first arrive in a new country; however, culture shock when you return home is also very real. No matter if you are really excited to return or a little sad, home will feel different after your new experience. Studying abroad...
