by Abigail U. | Oct 1, 2026 | Asia, Faculty-Led, Nursing, Summer
Upon arriving back home, I felt grateful for the experiences that I had while abroad and Bangkok. Of course I will miss the people I met, fun excursions, and the daily walk to the coffee shop, but I am also happy to be back home with my family and able to share with...
by Itzel N. | Sep 30, 2026 | Commerce & Business, Europe, Faculty-Led, Summer
Now that a few months have passed since studying abroad in, I have had time to reflect on just how meaningful the experience was. At the time, I knew I was making incredible memories, but I didn’t realize how much the trip would continue to impact me long after...
by Julie B K. | Sep 30, 2026 | Europe, Human Environmental Sciences, Semester
I have been in Dublin for over two weeks now studying at UCD, and it has been so much fun! When I first got here I was nervous, but my whole IFSA group bonded fast, and we hang out all of the time now! My first impressions of Dublin have been super positive! The...
by Kylie B. | Sep 30, 2026 | By College, Commerce & Business, Duration, Faculty-Led, Program Type, Region, South America, Summer, _
I am traveling to Argentina, Chile, and Peru with the UA in South America: Innovation & Entrepreneurship Faculty-Led Study Abroad Program from May 7 to 19. As a biology student on the pre-medical track and in the STEM to MBA Program, I chose this international...
by Ellyssa A. | Sep 29, 2026 | Europe, Human Environmental Sciences, Semester, UA-Affiliate, _
Taking classes abroad in Barcelona has been a different experience from what I’m used to at the University of Alabama. One of the biggest differences is the people in my classes. Instead of being surrounded by students from Alabama, my classmates come from all over...
by Tyler D. | Sep 28, 2026 | Arts & Sciences, Central America, Faculty-Led, Summer, _
When I found out about the study abroad trip to Belize — and that my scholarship would help pay for it — I got pretty excited. For many years I have been interested in exploring different ecosystems and learning about the role each organism plays, taking...
by Alyssa B. | Sep 28, 2026 | Arts & Sciences, Central America, Faculty-Led, Summer
As my trip to Belize gets closer, it’s starting to feel more real with every passing day. The decision to study abroad came from a simple but powerful desire: I want to see more of the world. I’ve always been curious about life beyond the United States,...
by Abbye W. | Sep 23, 2026 | Commerce & Business, Europe, Honors College, Semester, UA-Affiliate
I planned my trip to Cinque Terre as a solo experience. I booked a guided excursion that included a hike between villages, expecting a quiet day where I would move at my own pace and take everything in on my own. The morning of the trip, I arrived at the train meeting...
by Abbye W. | Sep 21, 2026 | Commerce & Business, Europe, Honors College, Semester, UA-Affiliate
by Abbye W. Before I studied abroad, I thought my biggest fear would be getting lost in a foreign city, struggling with the language barrier, or being far away from home. But honestly, my biggest fear was much simpler: what if I don’t make friends? I remember...
by Jackson G. | Sep 18, 2026 | Commerce & Business, Europe, Semester, UA-Affiliate
Above is a picture from my first day in Barcelona. Roll Tide! Hey all! My name is Jackson and I am currently studying in Barcelona. This post, however, is going to be about how I felt before my study abroad began. I did not always plan to study abroad. It was...
by Lauren K. | Sep 17, 2026 | Asia, Commerce & Business, Semester, UA-Affiliate
While in Penang, Malaysia, my contemporary management class had the opportunity to tour the Shangri La Penang Rasa Saya resort and learn about how they manage it! While this resort chain is not in the U.S, it is very prominent in Asia and is seen as very luxury and...
by Madisyn Harris | Sep 15, 2026 | Arts & Sciences, Australia/New Zealand, Semester, UA-Affiliate, _
KODAK Digital Still Camera As exciting as it is to travel while you’re already studying abroad, there’s a side of it that people don’t really talk about. It’s not hard, but it does take a little more awareness and preparation than just booking a flight and going. When...
by Brianna Hobson | Sep 15, 2026 | Arts & Sciences, Europe, Faculty-Led, Summer, _
From the moment I set foot in the London Heathrow Airport, I was in awe. Exhausted and stiff from an overnight flight and surrounded by a flurry of people aside, I was ecstatic to be somewhere I had always dreamed of going. Aside from what the UA orientation told us...
by Mackenzie Cody H. | Sep 8, 2026 | Europe, Human Environmental Sciences, Semester, UA-Affiliate
Choosing to study abroad in Florence, Italy, was something I knew would be a once-in-a-lifetime experience. I wanted the opportunity to step outside of my normal routine, experience a different culture, and become more independent. Before leaving, I had to consider...
by Sadie B. | Aug 25, 2026 | Commerce & Business, Europe, Faculty-Led, Summer, _
One of the many murals inside the City Hall building of Oslo Hello everyone! My name is Sadie Benson, and I am an upcoming sophomore at the University of Alabama, majoring in Finance and Accounting. This summer II, I am studying Literature in Norway. Before travelling...
by Cassidy G. | Aug 24, 2026 | Africa, Engineering, Europe, Faculty-Led, Internship, Summer, _
After spending the last three months in Europe, I’m finally back in the United States. It’s strange not spending every Thursday night figuring out where I’m flying next or every weekend wandering through a new city. For months, my life revolved...
by Kate B | Aug 24, 2026 | Arts & Sciences, Education, Europe, Faculty-Led, Summer
The latter two photos were taken on my trip to Washington State. The first photo is from my first day in Dublin, wearing my new raincoat! Since I’m majoring in Secondary Education Social Science, studying abroad becomes harder for me to fit with my coursework as I...
by Bayli Drobil | Aug 24, 2026 | Arts & Sciences, Europe, Faculty-Led, Summer
When I initially committed to studying abroad back in early spring, I was hesitant about the fact that none of the friends I had already made at UA would be joining me in Oxford. During my orientation, there were groups of people who already knew each other going into...
by Bayli Drobil | Aug 24, 2026 | Arts & Sciences, Europe, Faculty-Led, Summer, _
As somebody who just returned from studying abroad in Oxford for the month of July, I thought it would be helpful to share what I believe are essential things to pack in your suitcase. Before leaving for my trip, I spent a lot of time trying to figure out what I...
by Gracie P. | Aug 24, 2026 | Comm & Info Sciences, Commerce & Business, Europe, Faculty-Led, Summer
Hard to believe that one week has passed since I got to Porto, Portugal for the European Innovation Academy! This study abroad program marks my first international flight, my first time in Europe, and not to mention my first time studying abroad— let’s just say...
