by Jade Cartolano | Oct 15, 2025 | Central America, Commerce & Business, Faculty-Led
It happened in slow motion. I was on a paddleboard in the ocean off the coast of Panama. I was surrounded by crystal clear blue water and the laughter of my friends. One minute I was asking my friend to take a photo of me and the next – plop – my phone slipped out of...
by Jade Cartolano | Oct 15, 2025 | Central America, Commerce & Business, Faculty-Led
I never thought I would be salsa dancing on a rooftop, under a sky full of stars, in a country I have never been to, but that is the thing about trying new things, you never know saying yes will turn into an unforgettable memory. When I first was told that we...
by Jade Cartolano | Oct 15, 2025 | Central America, Faculty-Led
When I signed up to study abroad in Panama, I was excited for everything it had to offer, including trips into the rainforest and boating to different islands. What I was not prepared for was the significant language barrier. After landing in Panama, I went to a...
by Connor L. | Oct 10, 2025 | Central America, Commerce & Business, Faculty-Led, _
Hi, my name is Connor Lanier and I am a Accounting major preparing to go to Panama City, Panama for a week over spring break. During this trip, business school freshman get to meet with various companies and their executives to get hands-on knowledge of how their...
by Victoria E. | Oct 10, 2025 | Commerce & Business, Faculty-Led, No Photo, South America, _
Rushed with excitement, stepping foot of the plane was unreal first because it was a new country and second I couldn’t believe I was actually studying abroad. Being greeted by the bright sun and amazing host brought a smile to my face and the rest of the group....
by Victoria E. | Oct 8, 2025 | Arts & Sciences, Central America, _
Going to Panama has been one of the best experiences for me individually as a person in terms of growth, exposure, and development. Enjoying every moment taking it in and learning as much as I can was my goal for the trip. Unfortunately, the trip wasn’t forever...
by Ryan Taylor | Sep 17, 2025 | Central America, Commerce & Business, Faculty-Led, Semester, _
Today, our Manderson Graduate College GELI cohort had an incredible day in Panama City, diving into impactful community service, engaging with global business leaders, and exploring innovation in logistics. Each experience deepened our understanding of global business...
by Ryan Taylor | Sep 17, 2025 | Central America, Commerce & Business, Faculty-Led, Semester, _
Good morning from Panama City! Today was all about one of the modern wonders of the world—the iconic Panama Canal—and what an unforgettable day it was! Journey to the CanalAfter a hearty breakfast, our UA crew set off toward the Miraflores Locks, the most visited...
by Victoria E. | Sep 16, 2025 | Central America, Commerce & Business, Faculty-Led, Semester, _
Experiencing the world and discovering something new offers opportunities that aren’t available to everyone, making my feelings about traveling abroad even more appreciative and exciting. For most of our lives, we exist within a norm, whether it pertains to culture or...
by Ryan Taylor | Sep 16, 2025 | Central America, Commerce & Business, Faculty-Led, Semester, _
Our first full day in Panama was nothing short of amazing! As part of the Manderson Graduate College of Business and the Global Experiential Learning Initiative (GELI), we dove headfirst into the country’s rich culture and traditions. The adventure began on the...
by Ryan Taylor | Sep 16, 2025 | Central America, Commerce & Business, Faculty-Led, Semester, _
As the countdown to my departure for Panama begins, I find myself reflecting on what led me to this incredible opportunity and what I hope to gain from it. The Manderson Global Experiential Learning Initiative (GELI) presents a unique chance to expand my cultural...
by Connor L. | Sep 12, 2025 | Commerce & Business, Faculty-Led, _
After returning, all I really want to do is go study abroad again. It was such a fun and rewarding experience and really opened my eyes to a lot of things. I feel like I am more certain of my career path and what I want to do. I am currently an Accounting major, but...
by Evelyn F. | Jul 18, 2025 | Central America, Commerce & Business, Faculty-Led, _
One of the most humbling and eye-opening experiences during my time in Panama was spending a day with a local school for students who don’t have many resources. I’d heard a lot about the school before visiting, but nothing could have prepared me for the immense impact...
by Evelyn F. | Jul 18, 2025 | Central America, Commerce & Business, Faculty-Led, _
Sometimes, the best experiences are the ones you never see coming. That’s exactly how I felt on my first day in Panama when something completely unexpected happened that would become one of the highlights of my entire time here. We had just arrived in Panama and were...
by Roman L. | Jul 17, 2025 | Central America, Commerce & Business, Faculty-Led, Program Type, Semester, _
Hola, mis amigos! This week was so much fun, and I got to experience so many new things. On top of that, I was also given the opportunity to manage the social media account for UA in Panama, which was so fun, keeping everyone in the loop about our experience...
by Roman L. | Jul 17, 2025 | By College, Central America, Commerce & Business, Faculty-Led, Program Type, Semester, _
What’s up, guys! Panama so far has been so much fun. The picture above was from our meeting with Copa Airlines and MSC Shipping. This day was so fun as we got to see live flight simulations take place. One of my first impressions when I arrived in Panama was...
by Roman L. | Jul 17, 2025 | Central America, Commerce & Business, Faculty-Led, Program Type, Semester, _
Hola, mis amigos! My name is Roman, and I got the chance to study abroad in Panama this spring break! I am so grateful for this opportunity! I chose to study abroad because my father went out of the country a lot, and I’ve always wanted to go. I’ve always...
by Andrew B. | Jul 17, 2025 | Central America, Commerce & Business, Education, Faculty-Led, Program Type, UA-Affiliate
The unknown of studying abroad can be very scary. At least for me, I am used to my small town in Alabama and not experiencing too many other cultures. Going out of the country has always been on my bucket list. When this opportunity came up I knew I couldn’t...
by Ava S. | Jul 2, 2025 | Central America, Commerce & Business, Faculty-Led, Semester, _
As I sit from my dorm’s balcony, I cannot help but reflect on the time I have spent in Panama so far. When I arrived in Panama, I told myself to keep an open mind as I embarked on a new journey, and I believe that mindset has allowed myself to adapt to the new...
by Ava S. | Jul 2, 2025 | Central America, Commerce & Business, Faculty-Led, Semester, _
As I count down the days until our group departs for Panama City, I can only reflect on what lays ahead of me. I am very excited to travel outside the United States because this trip will differ from the previous times I went abroad. The first time I traveled to...
