by Madeline P | Sep 12, 2023 | Europe, Social Work, Summer, UA-Affiliate, _
I’m not ashamed to admit that I teared up a little bit in the Birmingham airport when I heard the familiar sounds of sweet, southern accents – in English! I loved my time abroad, and the way Spanish sounds coming out of the mouth of a true Spaniard, but I did...
by Danielle R | Aug 9, 2023 | Africa, Semester, Social Work, UA-Affiliate, _
by Kirsy D. | Jul 17, 2023 | Central America, Faculty-Led, Social Work, Summer, _
Hey there, fellow travelers and curious minds! I’m thrilled to share my exciting study abroad experience in the enchanting city of Antigua, Guatemala. As a doctoral student at the University of Alabama, immersing myself in Latin American history and politics has...
by Kirsy D. | Jul 17, 2023 | Central America, Faculty-Led, Social Work, Summer, _
Welcome back, fellow travelers! Today, I want to share an important aspect of my visit to Antigua, Guatemala – the commitment to responsible tourism and being a respectful guest. As we venture into new destinations, it becomes crucial for us to leave a positive impact...
by Kirsy D. | Jul 17, 2023 | Central America, Faculty-Led, Social Work, Summer, _
Welcome back, fellow adventurers! Today, I’m here to say farewell to the enchanting city of Antigua, Guatemala, where a sensory feast awaits at every turn. I dived into the colors, art, and captivating aromas that make this city a true paradise for the senses. I...
by Natalia A | Jul 14, 2023 | By College, Duration, Europe, Internship, Program Type, Region, Semester, Social Work
The buildup to my trip to Spain felt sudden. To be honest, it felt surreal. Getting on the plane to make my way to Murcia, it felt as though I was simply traveling to a different place within the United States rather than a completely different country on another...
by C. Collins | Jun 1, 2022 | Africa, Arts & Sciences, Summer, UA-Affiliate
I decided to study abroad in Cape Town, South Africa. This decision was a huge one, meaning that I would be 7, 789 miles away from home for the entirety of the summer. This meant that I would be missing out on the few months of the year that I get to see my family...
by Cho Rong Won | Jul 7, 2017 | Asia, Semester, Social Work, UA Non-Affiliate
I love green tea. Any green tea-flavored deserts impulse my consumer desire so I decided to start my journey of the holy green tea trail and my love for cafés and bakeries. Korea is not the designated green tea heaven, Japan is; however, there were enough or excessive...