by J. Faulk | Jun 2, 2023 | Australia/New Zealand, Commerce & Business, Faculty-Led, Honors College, Summer
There is something special about this place. The love the people hold for each other and for the land they live on is astounding to watch. The effort placed into conservation of the world around them is unrivaled by other cultures I have experienced, especially...
by J. Faulk | Jun 2, 2023 | Australia/New Zealand, Commerce & Business, Faculty-Led, Honors College, Summer, _
Now, I know that the title sounds a little familiar. It is a set of lyrics from the iconic Broadway song “Defying Gravity” from the hit show “Wicked.” However, I want this final blog post to center around another number from the show....
by William Morlock | Jun 2, 2023 | Asia, Commerce & Business, Faculty-Led, Summer, _
The final destination for my study abroad trip was Bangkok, Thailand. Now, if you’ve ever seen Hangover 2, you probably realize that Bangkok is quite the exotic city. However, you may not have known that it is also home to some rich culture like the ancient...
by William Morlock | Jun 2, 2023 | Asia, Commerce & Business, Faculty-Led, Summer, _
The second country I visited during my trip abroad was Cambodia, specifically the cities of Siem Reap and Phnom Penh. Siem Reap is home to the most beautiful temple I have ever seen – Angkor Wat. Waking up before 4 am has never been so rewarding, as shown in the...
by Eyram Gbeddy | Jun 1, 2023 | Africa, Arts & Sciences, Faculty-Led, Honors College, Summer, _
It’s hard to believe that my trip to South Africa is almost at its close. After nearly a month of studying, going out on various excursions, and meeting new people, my journey ends tomorrow when I board my plane back to the United States. I’ve had a great...
by Ryan E. | May 31, 2023 | Arts & Sciences, Faculty-Led, South America, Summer, _
It was a long day of travel in order to get here in Barranquilla, Colombia, but so far it has been worth it. Before I left, I was nervous and afraid because the most important rule for our group here in Colombia is that while we are in Colombia, we are going to speak...
by Bryce Schottelkotte | May 31, 2023 | Arts & Sciences, Europe, Faculty-Led, Summer, _
At the time of writing this, it is day (technically) two of my trip to Stockholm, Sweden and Amsterdam, Netherlands. We got in on the 27th at 8am Stockholm time, which was really around 2am for me. I was very jet lagged and quite exhausted, but I wasn’t able to...
by Noah B. | May 31, 2023 | Commerce & Business, Europe, Faculty-Led, Summer
I discovered my first week recap never made it out of my drafts. The following is from my first week abroad: As my stay in Athens, Greece and the first half of my study abroad class come to a close, I can confidently say it will be one that I will always look back on...
by Noah B. | May 31, 2023 | Commerce & Business, Europe, Faculty-Led, Summer, UA-Affiliate
Well, it’s hard to believe that I was flying out of the country for the first time in my life just a little over two weeks ago. Now, my study abroad trip has come to an end, but I have made memories that I hope to keep with me forever. After my first week in Athens, I...
by Wesley Bryant | May 31, 2023 | Arts & Sciences, Australia/New Zealand, Faculty-Led, Summer
Discontentment is a slow-acting poison I have found myself ingesting far too many times throughout my life. It’s the kind of toxin that doesn’t cripple you instantly. Its effects are gradual and...
by Wesley Bryant | May 31, 2023 | Arts & Sciences, Australia/New Zealand, Faculty-Led, Summer, _
One of the consistent themes that has emerged thus far in my study abroad experience here in New Zealand is the notion of invitations. In some instances, they have occurred on a smaller scale, such as...
by Kylie Overton | May 31, 2023 | Arts & Sciences, Central America, Faculty-Led, Summer, _
by Kylie Overton | May 31, 2023 | Arts & Sciences, Central America, Faculty-Led, Summer, _
by Kylie Overton | May 30, 2023 | Arts & Sciences, Central America, Faculty-Led, Summer, _
by Bryce Schottelkotte | May 30, 2023 | Arts & Sciences, Europe, Faculty-Led, Summer, _
Hello, my name is Bryce Schottelkotte. I am a rising junior majoring in Political Science, with minors in Psychology and History. I am also in the Accelerated Masters Program earning my masters in Public Administration. As of today, I am officially one week away from...
by Vaerie-Taiy W. | May 27, 2023 | Commerce & Business, Europe, Faculty-Led, North America, Summer, _
Omg where do I start. So, guys… it’s happening, I am traveling abroad, and I am so excited!! I never thought I was going to get a chance because of what happened at the end of my freshman year when the world stopped, and we were sent home. I’ve always wanted to...
by Megan Scott | May 26, 2023 | Asia, Commerce & Business, Faculty-Led, Semester, _
Studying abroad was an exciting opportunity to explore new cultures, broaden my horizons, and gain invaluable educational insights. I am finally back in the States after visiting Hanoi and Ha Long Bay in Vietnam, Siem Reap and Phnom Penh in Cambodia, and Bangkok,...
by Megan Scott | May 26, 2023 | Asia, Commerce & Business, Faculty-Led, Semester, _
My summer in Vietnam, Cambodia, and Thailand is finally coming to a close soon, but I’m not ready to say goodbye just yet. Bangkok has been amazing!! After we arrived in Bangkok, we went to have a Thai lunch at Hua Takhe Market. They served us Pad Thai and mango...
by Ryan Taylor | May 26, 2023 | Africa, Commerce & Business, Faculty-Led, Summer, _
Good Evening from this part of the world!I am so excited to embark on this journey to Stellenbosch! As I looked forward to taking off from London Heathrow, I couldn’t help but feel a mix of excitement and nervousness. Despite my prepared itinerary, there was one...
by Noah B. | May 26, 2023 | Commerce & Business, Europe, Faculty-Led, Summer
In just one day, I will be leaving the United States for the first time in my life. Some people may travel to other countries regularly, but as someone who has spent their entire life in rural Alabama, it feels surreal. At this time tomorrow, I will be headed to...
