Bama Bloggers Abroad
Looking Back on Belize
Now that I've been back in the US for almost two weeks, I'd like to reflect on this trip and my overall experience of travelling abroad on a faculty-led program. First, I think that every student...
A Week in Prague
After spending the last week of my study abroad in Prague, I never want to leave! I would recommend to anyone even remotely considering visiting to go for it. Prague was one of the few cities in...
UnBelizeable
The first week of Dr. Steinberg’s summer class “Rainforests, Reefs, and Ruins” was spent in the Toledo District. From there, we traveled to various locations to learn about Belize and participate in...
Fulfilling Week in Gallette Chambon
The beginning of the trip was exciting as usual! It is so much fun to see all of the members of the community showing up to learn all week! The coolest and most rewarding part of this trip is being...
¡Hola Honduras!
I cannot believe that I am finally on my way to Honduras. I spent so much time getting ready for this moment and am so excited to finally be headed there. The process getting to this point was full...
Benvenuti!
Simple phrases like "ciao," "per favore," and "grazie" can get you far in a tourist center like Florence. I've been in Italy for almost a week now, and I'm starting to get used to the rhythm of the...
Commencement
It’s hard to convey the range of emotions going through my head as I prepare to depart for Ireland and Germany. The week prior has been an absolute whirlwind; four final assignments capped off by my...
A Week in Warsaw
I have just finished up my week in Warsaw, Poland and it was truly an amazing experience! I am traveling with a group of students studying International Financial Reporting and what better way to do...
Packing for Ridges and Reefs
Now that I've spent a week living in a house in the Belizean jungle and a week on an island resort snorkeling every day, I've decided to post my original packing list and compare it to what I should...
Prior To My Third Trip To Haiti!
Prior to this trip to Haiti, I have been to Haiti twice before, once through this study abroad program in December and last May (2015) with a small group of students to scout for the eventual...
Views from the Other Side
For those of you that have been keeping up and for those of you that are just now reading, I was given one of the greatest opportunities to study abroad in Cuernavaca, Mexico (check out my...
Final Thoughts: UA in Germany
It's been an incredible month that I will definitely savor for the rest of my life. While I've had the chance to study abroad previously with a university affiliate, studying abroad with my fellow...
Going to España
From the day I was born two things were predetermined by my parents: that I would go to college and that I would study abroad. Fortunately, as I grew up I agreed with their ideals fostering a love...
You Better Belize It!
A few days after my graduation, I arrived at the Atlanta Airport. I departed from Atlanta to Belize for Dr. Steinberg’s summer class called “Rainforests, Reefs, and Ruins.” The three hour plane ride...
School, Paris, and Cannes
School Once we settled into Paris for a few days, the reality hit: school. I was excited because I was very familiar with the teachers and their personalities. I was always down to learn a little...
J’aime Paris
When I first arrived to Paris, France I was definitely the ideal tourist. I had my phone out at every moment, gazing at the beauty of the city, making sure to capture every aspect. I was beyond...
El fin
And just like that, it's over. The day I've dreaded is here, taking me by the hand, yanking me to a place I don't wish to go. I write this with a cloudy mind, misty eyes, somewhere over the...
Some Final Words Before Departing for Florence
When the Italian department announced that Italian would officially become a major at Alabama there were two things I knew I had to do. The first thing was to declare Italian as my second major and...
Back Home
Being back in the States is great and strange, all at the same time. I enjoy being with my family in Florida and catching up with people who I haven't seen since January. However, I do miss the...
Greetings from Berlin
Hello! It's been about two weeks since the beginning of our UA Honors in Germany program, and time sure has flown by! It seems like just yesterday we started with our first day in Karlsruhe. I...
Back From Mexico and Straight to Costco-Queasy Extravagance
I am back from Mexico! What an amazing experience! I hope every one travels out of the country at least once. I went straight from the airport to Costco. Wow, was that a shock. I had spent two weeks...
So much in so little time
First stepping off the plane into Managua I had no idea what I got myself into to but I slowly realized that everything was going to be okay. We breezed through customs, ate an amazing lunch and got...
Feeling “Cool” in Nicaragua
Nicaragua is very different from Alabama. I was very aware of this before the trip but seeing all of the differences in person made them so much more real to me. The moment I stepped off the plane...
Studying Abroad in Paris, France
Studying Abroad in Paris, France When we first arrived in Paris, France it was a bit overwhelming after flying all night, but once we started to drive through the streets of Paris I was overcome...
One day until China!
When I entered school at The University of Alabama, I wanted to study abroad more than anything. But after finding out that with the nursing curriculum couldn't be transferred abroad, I gave up that...
Pre-Departure Blog for France
Sitting inside during a cold afternoon during November, I began dreaming of summer (it seemed like it was forever away at this point) and I realized that I only have a very few summers left. I...
Mexico is Better Than I Imagined!
Wow! So far, I have spent two weeks in Mexico. What an amazing place! There is so much culture and history here! The first things I noticed were how old all the buildings were. For some reason, I...
Before I Board
Traveling. It's something I've always loved. Jesus. He's someone I've always loved. Nursing. It's something I've come to love. Now let's throw those three things into a pot and mix them all...
Preparing for Sydney
In just three short days I will be departing from my small PA suburb to fly to Sydney, Australia. Over a year ago as I spent hours researching which programs I was interested in, I came across this...
The Beginning of a new chapter: China
It was just less than a month ago I finished a big chapter in my life, freshman year. I just finished unpacking two days ago, and now I started up again for this new adventure, studying abroad to...
The Anticipation
The time between now and Sunday is moving way too slowly. On Sunday, a group of us depart from the US to Granada, Nicaragua. Our departure marks the start of a trip that I have been waiting for all...
Walking in Germany
I was in Karlsruhe, Germany, a relatively small city that is home to Karlschochschule International University. On the first day that we interacted with the University, we sat in on a lecture by Dr....
Rainforests, Reefs, and Ruins
I took Dr. Steinberg’s summer class called “Rainforests, Reefs, and Ruins.” The first week in Belize was filled with activities organized by the Toledo Institute for Development and Environment...
Off to Spain
Although I've never been the best speaker I've had a fascination with Spanish culture since the 2nd grade. My elementary school had an Spanish class one a week for all grades. Although I obviously...
Ready To Go: Granada, Nicaragua
When I first heard about the Nicaraguan Clinical Experience trip I immediately knew it was for me. It had everything that interested me: opportunities for lots of hands on learning in a medical...
Learning How to Speak Again
“Ano….Sumimasen, ichi onegai shimasu”. I said confidently to the staff member behind the counter. I knew she would understand what I was saying. A little cavemanish, but definitely passable, or so I...
The HERD Returns to Haiti
This time one year ago, I boarded a plane bound for Port-au-Prince, Haiti with a bunch of complete strangers and Lisa McKinney, a women renowned among Culverhouse students as the world’s most...
My first week in Belize
Belize is a beautiful country just south of Mexico. I have yet to meet a stranger here. The locals learn English in school, so English speakers will not have a problem communicating or getting...
Czech-in out Europe
Today is the day! In less than 24 hours I will begin my study abroad program in Warsaw, Poland and Prague, Czech Republic. I am so excited for this amazing opportunity to travel and learn in a...
Almost Over
I've officially finished my course studies in Dublin and bittersweet doesn't begin to cover it. I've managed to spend the last four months seeing every piece of Europe I could, and I'm not done yet!...
Moving through the Alps
Right now I am on a train headed through the Alps from Zurich, Switzerland to Vienna, Austria. My interim study abroad has been amazing so far. There are 11 students, both undergraduates and grad...
El Primer Día
While I’ll be gone for a month, I know my time in Spain is going to fly by. Quite honestly I think I’ll be having such an incredible time here in Spain it will be entirely too difficult to get...
Neuschwanstein Castle
When I signed up to go to Germany, I imagined getting a quick glimpse of the countryside through the train window, with most time spent in the big cities sightseeing. I am currently on the UA...
Tips Before the Trip
Call me crazy, but a month ago all I knew about Germany was history from World War II and the Berlin Wall (among other minute details). I spotted the UA Honors in Germany trip in the Honors College...
New Zealand Excursions!
I cannot believe I only have two months left in New Zealand! The semester has flown by! I have been fortunate enough to travel around the south island of New Zealand almost every weekend with my...
First Day! Flying in and Walking Tour
Flight into Dublin wasn't too bad. I flew out of Charlotte to Boston, and then had a four layover in Boston. Was able to catch up on work and get ready for the trip. Took off from Boston at 6p,...
Paris (and London)… Finally!
Like so many people, Paris had always been a dream of mine. I would always fantasize about the food, the shopping and the culture in general. I was thrilled when I heard about the "PR in Paris"...
2 Days until Europe
The countdown has begun—2 days until I travel to Europe. I cannot believe Sophomore year has already come to an end, but I look forward to the exciting journey that lies ahead in the upcoming weeks....
Dublin, Berlin, Munich Trip Prep
In 19 hours my wife will drop me off at Charlotte-Douglas airport, and I will begin my Study Abroad Trip. 17 hours after that I will step off the Aer Lingus flight onto Irish soil for the first...
Pre-departure for my trip to MEXICO!
I am four days away from going on my first study abroad trip to Cuernavaca, Mexico! This will also be the first time I will travel out of the country....