by Sara B. | Jun 6, 2024 | Central America, Commerce & Business, Faculty-Led, Summer, _
My first impression when I arrived in Belize was that it was very hot; I suddenly got apprehensive about the weather and if I would be in miserable heat the entire time. The first night, I asked my TA, Kaitlyn, about it, and she assured me when we got to the water,...
by Sara B. | Jun 6, 2024 | Central America, Commerce & Business, Faculty-Led, Summer, _
Hello, I am traveling to Belize from May 4 until May 22 for a research project. I am an accounting major with an international business minor, and I chose this study abroad opportunity for the unique experiences it offers. As an accounting major, it is rare for me to...
by Anna Kate M. | Jun 6, 2024 | Commerce & Business, Europe, Faculty-Led, Summer
I arrived back from Lisbon last night after a 17 hour travel day. Three flights and two connections was all it took to bring an end to my time abroad. Looking back on my study abroad experience, it feels like it started yesterday and months ago at the same time. I was...
by Anna Kate M. | Jun 6, 2024 | Commerce & Business, Europe, Faculty-Led, Summer
Go. Go. Go. Summer of 2023, I knew I wanted to study abroad but I let the fear of how much it cost and the uncertainty of scholarships keep me from going. When the opportunity came up for me to go for two weeks this Summer and get class credit I immediately said yes,...
by Anna Kate M. | Jun 6, 2024 | Commerce & Business, Europe, Faculty-Led, Summer, _
As my study abroad trip comes to a close, one thing I have thought a lot about is how well I did or did not prepare for my time in each city. Luckily for me, the first half of my trip was in London and I got to share the experience with a friend that had already been...
by Victoria J. | Jun 6, 2024 | Commerce & Business, Europe, Faculty-Led, Summer
The second half of my study abroad we were in Lisbon, Portugal. We have been traveling non-stop and now are in a new location with a new place to call home until the trip is over. I don’t know how this trip is going by so fast, but we are nearing the end. Lisbon...
by Victoria J. | Jun 6, 2024 | Commerce & Business, Europe, Faculty-Led, Summer, _
I think my favorite part about traveling through London was being able to see Big Ben, London Eye, Buckingham Palace, and so many more places that I dreamed of seeing. Days feel so much longer while in London that we were able to see so much in just one day. Little...
by Makyia B. | Jun 6, 2024 | Commerce & Business, Europe, Faculty-Led, Home, Summer
I decided to write this post while being on my long trip home to the usa. I was able to reflect and think about the good and the bad and what I would do if the opportunity arose for me to go abroad again or even more abroad. For starters, I was only in Spain for 2...
by Ella Hart | Jun 6, 2024 | Australia/New Zealand, Commerce & Business, Faculty-Led, Summer, _
My first impression when I arrived in Australia was that I was in an exciting place. I landed in Sydney first, and I wanted to see a glimpse of the opera house from the plane. I knew that I would later get the chance to explore it. I have an extended study abroad with...
by Ella Hart | Jun 6, 2024 | Australia/New Zealand, Commerce & Business, Faculty-Led, Summer, _
I chose to study abroad in Australia to broaden my horizons in the world of international business. I think a lot of business for me can be done in an English-speaking country, and I thought this would a great place to learn more about a different consumer market and...
by Mariel P. | Jun 6, 2024 | Commerce & Business, Europe, Faculty-Led, Summer, _
Upon returning to the United States, I couldn’t believe how much I had seen and done in a short time. I had taken in so much history, immersed myself in different cultures, tried new foods, etc. Coming home was bittersweet. I missed fast food, the comfort of...
by Ilsa Katz | May 30, 2024 | Arts & Sciences, Commerce & Business, Europe, Faculty-Led, Summer
by Destiny R. | May 30, 2024 | Arts & Sciences, Europe, Faculty-Led, Summer, _
I’ve never been a particularly spontaneous person, I have always played it safe and always done what is comfortable. This has led to me continuously feeling unaccomplished and like I haven’t used my skills and aspirations to the best of my abilities. Choosing to study...
by Giovanni Beltran | May 30, 2024 | Engineering, Europe, Faculty-Led, Summer, _
Our abroad trip, UA in Europe: Climate and Water, has two free days built into our schedule. One of these was out of Trento, Italy, on the 19th of May. This happened to be the same day that the Emilia Romagna Grand Prix (a Formula 1 race) in Imola, Italy, was...
by Giovanni Beltran | May 30, 2024 | Engineering, Europe, Faculty-Led, Summer, _
I have made many long-distance trips in the past. Whether this is a car trip with my family to Florida or a multi-hour flight across the states, I can confidently say I have some experience with this. However, none of this can be compared to the length of...
by Shana S. | May 30, 2024 | Africa, Faculty-Led, Non-traditional, Social Work, Summer, _
So here I am, in the middle of my sophomore year in my 40’s, a full-time student running my own company, married with three kids, and running a small goat farm, planning a trip to Ghana! Amidst this beautiful chaos, I am preparing for this opportunity with...
by Shana S. | May 30, 2024 | Africa, Faculty-Led, Non-traditional, Social Work, Summer
Greetings, let’s dive into the hilariously chaotic world of preparing to travel abroad to Ghana. As someone who’s a pro at under-packing (read: I’m a carry-on-only type of gal!), gearing up for a three-week adventure feels like attempting to fit...
by Emma P. | May 22, 2024 | Engineering, Europe, Faculty-Led, Summer, _
by Victoria J. | May 22, 2024 | Commerce & Business, Europe, Faculty-Led, Summer, _
With all the preparation of getting ready the past couple weeks to study abroad in London and Lisbon, I didn’t anticipate how fast the time would go by until I was getting ready to board my plane to travel to another country. I think anticipating something makes it...
by Owen M. | May 22, 2024 | Asia, Engineering, Non-traditional, Semester, UA-Affiliate, _
Maintaining your well-being while abroad is key to enjoying your experience to the fullest. Whether it’s mental, physical, or social health, each aspect plays a crucial role in your overall happiness. Balancing these areas is vital, as none should be overlooked....
