by Sydney K. | May 13, 2024 | Arts & Sciences, Europe, Semester, UA-Affiliate, _
Class Field Trip to The Somerset House “We strive to build bridges between the academic cultures of the U.S. and of our host communities to help you adjust quickly and get the most out of your courses.” – CIEE. (2024) Academic Manual for Students...
by Kelsey F. | May 13, 2024 | Arts & Sciences, Europe, Semester, UA-Affiliate, _
I have been studying abroad so far for 3 months. These 11 weeks have been life-changing. I had no idea what impact studying abroad would have on me. People talk about their once-in-a-lifetime experience, and you can only wonder if it’s true. Well, for me, it is. I...
by Elena G. | May 13, 2024 | Comm & Info Sciences, Europe, Semester, UA-Affiliate, _
While preparing to travel abroad, there are a lot of people giving you lists, reminders and ideas of what specific items you need to pack. They are all super useful, and it is important to follow instructions from your program and university, as well as asking some...
by Zach C. | May 13, 2024 | Commerce & Business, Europe, Semester, UA-Affiliate, _
My semester abroad is almost over; there are less than two weeks left. This has been an absolutely wild, once-in-a-lifetime experience which I am extremely grateful for. While I am sad that my time in Spain is coming to a close, it will be refreshing to return home to...
by Lija G. | May 13, 2024 | Engineering, Europe, Semester, UA-Affiliate, _
Today marks one month until I return to the United States. What a whirlwind these past couple months have been. The first month in Dublin, I spent acclimating to the culture and getting settled. Since then, I have made many friends, most of which being other study...
by Claire K. | May 13, 2024 | Arts & Sciences, Europe, Semester, UA-Affiliate
Time flies, especially when you’re having fun, and I’ve been having an incredible time in Valencia, Spain, for the past three months. It’s always been a dream of mine to study abroad in Spain, and I feel so grateful that I could come here and...
by Hadden M. | May 9, 2024 | Commerce & Business, Europe, Semester, UA-Affiliate, _
by Hadden M. | May 9, 2024 | Commerce & Business, Europe, Semester, UA-Affiliate
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by Elena G. | Apr 23, 2024 | Comm & Info Sciences, Europe, Semester, UA-Affiliate, _
You will quickly learn during your time abroad that some of your best memories and experiences will happen outside of your home city! Taking weekend trips to various places will likely make up a majority of your time, especially if you are studying in Europe. There...
by Brooke H. | Apr 18, 2024 | Arts & Sciences, Europe, Semester, UA-Affiliate, _
Studying abroad in Barcelona has been an incredible experience, but one of the highlights has definitely been the opportunity to travel to other amazing destinations. Rome, Italy, was one such weekend getaway that left a lasting impression on me. Accompanied by a...
by Blake S. | Apr 18, 2024 | Commerce & Business, Europe, Semester, UA-Affiliate, _
As April is quickly passing and I come towards the end of my program, I look back on the time I’ve spent studying in Rome, Italy. Personally, I am so grateful for the decision I made to study here. Rome is a great spot not only because all of the rich history it...
by Anabelle B. | Apr 18, 2024 | Arts & Sciences, Asia, Semester, UA-Affiliate, _
It’s been about 2 and a half weeks since I arrived in Tokyo, Japan and the process of settling in has gone very smoothly! I came here through an affiliate program called CISAbroad, and they’ve been very helpful every step of the way. Between finding...
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...
by Madeleine Luther | Apr 18, 2024 | Arts & Sciences, Europe, Semester, UA-Affiliate
As I’m getting used to university in France, I’ve been reflecting on my expectations for school here and how they’ve been changed throughout my time here at the University of Pau and the Adour Region. Overall, I love the French university structure and the American...
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...
by Chloe J. | Apr 18, 2024 | Arts & Sciences, Europe, Semester, UA-Affiliate
Somebody’s jacket hit me in the face. Twice. Some guy two rows up threw a piece of candy over my head. The guy behind me caught it. I know because I heard him cheer. Directly in my ear. When my friend and I purchased a weekend tour to the Isle of Skye, we imagined...
by Lauren G. | Apr 18, 2024 | Commerce & Business, Europe, Semester, UA-Affiliate
As a student studying abroad in Barcelona, Spain, I have been completely fascinated by the city’s charm and excitement. Barcelona truly has it all: the city, the mountains, the beach, and so much history. There is an endless amount of things to do and see and I...
by Makayla T. | Apr 18, 2024 | Arts & Sciences, Europe, Semester, UA-Affiliate, _
Today marks exactly three weeks until I will be back in the United States. At this point in my program, I am beginning to be ready to be home. Sometimes when I feel like this, I feel a little guilty because I know that I am so fortunate to be given this opportunity...
by Makayla T. | Apr 18, 2024 | Arts & Sciences, Europe, Semester, UA-Affiliate, _
Today marks one month since I’ve been living in Rome, Italy. This has been the most surreal experience of my life, but I have loved every minute of it thus far. I have class three days a week and have taken full advantage of my four-day weekends for traveling! I...
by Amy Claire G. | Apr 18, 2024 | Education, Europe, Semester, UA-Affiliate, _
