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 Samuel A. | Apr 18, 2024 | Central America, Commerce & Business, Faculty-Led, Semester
I was really blown away by the experience in Panama, it was truly eye-opening, not just from a business perspective but from a cultural perspective as well. Beforehand, I had a sense for how global business is connected and always on, but I was able to tangibly see...
by Samuel A. | Apr 18, 2024 | Central America, Commerce & Business, Faculty-Led, Semester, _
Arriving in Panama City at night, the first thing I saw were the streetlights by the ocean twinkling like stars. Amidst the anticipation, I felt a mix of excitement and nervousness. As I stepped out of the airport to board the shuttle, I was already thinking about...
by Kelley P. | Apr 18, 2024 | Central America, Commerce & Business, Faculty-Led, Semester, _
Just as the title suggests, this trip has been the greatest experience of my life thus far. Now that I am back home–and even before we left–I had already missed the streets of Panama that sold delicious food every where we went and the walkable streets...
by Hugo R. | Apr 18, 2024 | Central America, Commerce & Business, Faculty-Led, Semester, _
Returning from studying abroad, I felt a wide range of emotions. I am glad to be home and be able to see my friends and family. However, I continue to reflect on all the experiences and friendships I have made. This study abroad experience taught me to keep an open...
by Hugo R. | Apr 18, 2024 | Central America, Commerce & Business, Faculty-Led, Semester, Summer, _
I always dreamed about studying abroad, however I am unsure how I would adapt to a new country and culture. I later found out about the first-year student Access Grant Panama Business trip which is a week-long abroad trip to Panama. I believe that this experience will...
by Hugo R. | Apr 18, 2024 | Central America, Commerce & Business, Faculty-Led, Semester, Summer, _
Arriving in the beautiful city of Panama I immediately noticed the vibrant culture of the locals. From the romantic language and colorful cityscape, I was blown away. I felt incredibly welcome and at home as soon as I arrived. Many people were very curious and willing...
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 Antonia M. | Apr 18, 2024 | Commerce & Business, Europe, Semester, UA Non-Affiliate, _
Getting ready to go abroad can be a very nerve racking experience. Packing was something that stressed me out more than I ever imagined it would. Am I bringing too much? Am I bringing too little? What if I need something and I can’t get it there? My biggest...
by Antonia M. | Apr 18, 2024 | Commerce & Business, Europe, Semester, UA Non-Affiliate, _
Adjusting to life in Milan, Italy has definitely come with some culture shock. I experienced it from the very first moment I stepped off the plane and exited the airport. Many of the other students in my program were on the same flight from JFK to Milan with me. We...
by Blaize N. | Apr 18, 2024 | Commerce & Business, Europe, Exchange, Law, Semester, _
Today marks one month since I moved to Bristol, UK for my student exchange program between Bama Law and UWE Bristol Law School. It has been absolutely wonderful experience, and I am so happy that I had the courage and determination to make this dream a reality. This...
by Zach C. | Apr 18, 2024 | Commerce & Business, Europe, Semester, UA-Affiliate, _
I have now been abroad for 2 ½ months! It has been an amazing and crazy journey so far. Since my first blog, I have been to many more interesting places, mostly in Spain, but also in Germany. I continue to meet new and unique people all the time. Some of my best...
by Zach C. | Apr 17, 2024 | Commerce & Business, Europe, Semester, UA-Affiliate, _
Welcome to a synopsis of what has been the craziest month of my life. My name is Zach, and I am spending this Spring in Barcelona, Spain. What was originally a nerve-racking concept is now a reality; as I now wake up everyday in a totally foreign country. I walk new...
by Cameron W. | Apr 17, 2024 | Commerce & Business, Europe, Semester, UA-Affiliate
Today marks exactly two months since I stepped off the airplane in Europe for the first time. Time truly does fly when you’re having fun. I am staying with a host mom who might just be the best host mom in the entire world. Every single day I get to experience the...
by Cameron W. | Apr 17, 2024 | Commerce & Business, Europe, Semester, UA-Affiliate, _
I have been in Spain for three days now, I intended to blog during my travels, but due to the weather, my plans got a little messed up and I had two very stressful 40-minute layovers. So, after two tiring days of orientation and sleep adjustment, here I am not,...
by Lexi S. | Apr 17, 2024 | Commerce & Business, Europe, Semester, UA-Affiliate
I have been considering studying abroad since freshman year of college, it had always been a dream of mine to live in another country for a semester. Because I knew early on that I wanted to go abroad I tried to save as many general educations or lower-level business...
by Rebecca P. | Apr 17, 2024 | Commerce & Business, Europe, Semester, UA-Affiliate, _
I am studying abroad in Barcelona, Spain, and I have now been here for about a week. When I tell you that two days before departure I freaked out and wanted to stay home, I really mean that. I got assigned random roommates a couple weeks prior, and they all knew each...
by Ciara L. | Apr 4, 2024 | Central America, Commerce & Business, Faculty-Led, Semester, Summer, _
Returning home is bittersweet. While I am excited to reunite with family and friends, I can’t help but feel a pang of nostalgia for my time abroad. The familiarity of home is comforting, yet I miss the vibrant culture and sense of adventure I experienced in...
by Tyler L. | Apr 4, 2024 | Central America, Commerce & Business, Faculty-Led, Semester, Summer, _
Being abroad in Panamá has been a very breathtaking, eye opening, and mind boggling experience. There were too many memorable experiences to write in a single blog post, but I’ll try to touch on some of my personal culture shocks and fascinating experiences from an...
by Tyler L. | Apr 4, 2024 | Central America, Commerce & Business, Faculty-Led, Semester, Summer
Hi, my name is Tyler LeValley and I’m a marketing major at UA. I chose to study abroad to improve my cultural perspective and to better understand how companies operate internationally. I primarily chose this program because I did not want to commit to the costs and...
