by Alex S. | Dec 11, 2025 | Arts & Sciences, Asia, Exchange, Semester, _
Two months ago, after countless hours of preparation, I finally stepped out of the gate at Incheon International Airport and said my first hello to Seoul, the city that would be my new home for the semester. While in the taxi on the way to my new dorm, I...
by LC L. | Dec 11, 2025 | Arts & Sciences, Europe, Faculty-Led, Summer, _
When I first stepped onto the streets of Edinburgh, I felt like I’d entered another era. The age of the buildings and the cobblestone beneath my feet whispered stories from centuries past. I couldn’t help but imagine the countless people who had walked these same...
by Kylie Blake | Dec 11, 2025 | Arts & Sciences, Europe, Faculty-Led, Non-traditional, Summer, _
Arriving in Scotland was such an amazing feeling. Since I’ve never flown to another country before, I’m soaking in every second of being here. On the first day, we walked all along the famous Royal Mile, seeing the different Edinburgh Fringe Festival venues, shops,...
by Konnor C. | Dec 11, 2025 | Commerce & Business, Europe, Faculty-Led, Summer, _
As my time in Porto has ended, I have spent a great deal of time reflecting on the connections I have made. The people and places have all left a unique impression on me that I know I will take it back with me to my home. I think back on the talented students I met...
by Angelina | Dec 11, 2025 | Arts & Sciences, Community Health Sciences, _
Before going to Ghana, I knew I had to try jollof rice because there is so much hype surrounding it, and I just had to see what the hype was about. Anywhere we went to eat, there was jollof rice on the menu, so the first day we arrived, I ordered it with chicken. I...
by Haylee P. | Dec 11, 2025 | Arts & Sciences, Europe, Faculty-Led, Summer, _
Haylee Elizabeth Pack Today was all about stepping back in time. Some friends and I made our way up the Royal Mile to Edinburgh Castle, its stone walls towering above the city like something out of a storybook. Inside, we explored centuries of history. The best part...
by Susannah C. | Dec 11, 2025 | Commerce & Business, Europe, Summer, UA-Affiliate
It has been almost 2 weeks since my study abroad program in Barcelona ended, so I have had plenty of time to reflect on my experience and think about any last thoughts I want to share. I was very sad to leave the city that had grown to mean so much to me, and I miss...
by Zander D. | Dec 10, 2025 | Europe, Faculty-Led, Summer, _
Three weeks in Portugal go by quickly, so I’ve treated every free day as a mini-project. My rules are simple: spend less than 30 euros on transport, stay under three hours from Porto, and find one snack that I could use as information to impress my family. Porto was...
by Mary Katherine G. | Dec 4, 2025 | Comm & Info Sciences, Europe, Faculty-Led, Summer, _
Bonjour! France has been wonderful! The seven days we were in Paris, we had a chance to visit the Louvre, Sainte-Chapelle, Notre-Dame Cathedral, Musée de l’Orangerie, we took a Seine River Cruise, visited Musée d’Orsay, explore Montmartre, including the Sacré-Cœur and...
by Mary Katherine G. | Dec 4, 2025 | Comm & Info Sciences, Faculty-Led, Summer
Hi! I’m Mary Katherine, a rising junior majoring in Creative Advertising with a minor in Leadership Communication. I am getting the incredible opportunity to study abroad for the first time with CIS in France, which is a cultural and professional two-week immersion...
by Abrielle B. | Dec 4, 2025 | Commerce & Business, Europe, Summer, UA-Affiliate
Before arriving in Spain, I knew the official language was Spanish. I just didn’t realize how different it would feel actually speaking it in a native country instead of learning it in a classroom. On the day of my arrival, I was immediately immersed in Spanish. I...
by Maliah L. | Dec 4, 2025 | Asia, Comm & Info Sciences, Faculty-Led, Summer
I chose to study abroad to broaden my global perspective in Public Relations and Advertising alongside others who have similar interests. South Korea’s rich cultural heritage and a booming media and tech industry makes it the ideal place to explore innovation PR...
by Maliah L. | Nov 17, 2025 | Asia, Comm & Info Sciences, Faculty-Led, Summer, _
When I first arrived in South Korea, I was incredibly impressed. Everything felt new and exciting, and I immediately felt welcomed by the warm atmosphere and kind people. I was filled with a mix of emotions like excitement, curiosity, and a touch of nervousness. I...
by Macy M | Nov 17, 2025 | Arts & Sciences, Faculty-Led, _
Hello! My name is Macy Morgan, and I am a political science and German Major with a minor in international business. I choose to study abroad to help further my learning with German. Languages are rapidly evolving and sometimes the textbook is not the same as in the...
by Allicyn L. | Nov 17, 2025 | Europe, Faculty-Led, Human Environmental Sciences, North America, Summer, _
Throughout my time abroad, I have been to New York, London, Paris, and Italy. There was definitely a difference of culture, and there were even differences being in the same country but just a different part like for example being from the United States but still the...
by Willow M. | Nov 17, 2025 | Asia, Comm & Info Sciences, Faculty-Led, Summer, _
Hello there! This is Willow Mills checking in from South Korea! I can hardly begin to describe how amazing these three weeks have been. It is my first time in Asia, but it definitely won’t be my last. The biggest adjustment I have had to face has been the...
by Jenna V. | Nov 7, 2025 | _
To whom it concern, Yesterday was our last day in Florence, Italy. Today we woke up, road the train to Naples, had a cultural immersion tour and then we got on the ferry and went to Sorrento. So far I’ve already seen a lot of differences between the city of Florence...
by Hallie C. | Nov 6, 2025 | Asia, Faculty-Led, Summer, _
We started our study abroad adventure in the heart of Southeast Asia: Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia. Right away, the energy of the city stood out. Our first stop was a visit to the local markets, where we saw how Malaysia’s mix of cultures plays a major role in everyday...
by Maggie N. | Nov 4, 2025 | Arts & Sciences, Europe, Faculty-Led, Summer, _
Flying alone has been one of my biggest fears for years. I’ve flown once, with my parents, across the United States and it was overwhelming, fast, and confusing. Imagine how I felt when the realization hit that the study abroad program I chose for the summer...
by Six M. | Nov 4, 2025 | Faculty-Led, Summer, _
This week has been absolutely insane, in the best way possible. It finally hit me that I won’t be in Sint Maarten forever, and that realization has me appreciating every single moment even more. When I first arrived, I had no idea what to expect. I was trying to...
