by JP E. | Oct 10, 2025 | Arts & Sciences, Central America, Faculty-Led, Summer, _
I have always dreamed of studying abroad, and now that it is actually happening, I am ecstatic. The chance to get up close and personal with marine creatures was one of the main reasons I picked this excursion. I’ve always wanted to see coral reefs, and...
by Avery T. | Aug 4, 2025 | Asia, Commerce & Business, Faculty-Led, Honors College, Summer, _
Vietnam is a tropical paradise with an array of creepy crawly creatures. During a tour to the famous Mekong Delta, I had the opportunity to handle a beautiful python. We also took a stroll through a honeybee sanctuary as well as an alligator farm. We tasted authentic,...
by Caitlin S. | Jul 22, 2025 | Arts & Sciences, Europe, Faculty-Led, Summer, UA-Affiliate, _
5/25: Before Departure Getting ready to go abroad has completely taken over my mind, my Pinterest boards, and my TikTok feed. I’ve probably watched over a hundred detailed videos on “what I wish I packed for study abroad” and “underrated travel essentials every...
by Tyler S. | Jul 22, 2025 | Asia, Commerce & Business, Summer, UA-Affiliate, _
Today, 19 June 2025, marks my 20th day in Tokyo, Japan—and the end of the first part of this incredible adventure. Before I left the United States, people often told me that studying abroad would change me and broaden my worldview. At the time, I thought that was an...
by Lucy D. | Jul 10, 2025 | Europe, Faculty-Led, Social Work, Summer, _
Hi! I am currently studying abroad in Madrid, Spain. I am taking 2 Spanish classes to go towards my minor. This is my first time being away from the United States and it has been a great experience. I have really enjoyed being able to immerse myself into the Spanish...
by Maya B. | Jul 10, 2025 | Europe, Human Environmental Sciences, Summer, UA-Affiliate, _
I just finished my first summer term studying fashion and sustainability in Florence, and it was absolutely incredible. What I thought was just a class, has translated to every part of the way I live my daily life here. I live with three awesome roommates in a very...
by Makiya H. | Jul 10, 2025 | Africa, Arts & Sciences, Faculty-Led, Summer, _
As my four-week study abroad experience in Benin, Africa comes to an end, I’m filled with mixed emotions like gratitude, nostalgia, and a little bit of sadness. The first week was a whirlwind of excursions, where we immersed ourselves in the culture, history, and the...
by Makiya H. | Jul 10, 2025 | Africa, Arts & Sciences, Faculty-Led, Summer, _
I have been in Benin, Africa, for one week, and I have already learned a great deal. We have started to explore African culture, religion, and economic development by visiting Ganvié, the “Venice of Africa,” Ouidah and all of its historic sites, Porto...
by Olivia D. | Jul 10, 2025 | Arts & Sciences, Europe, Faculty-Led, Summer, _
While the French are famously known for their bread, many of their other food customs remain far less familiar… When I was in France, I lived with a host family who only spoke French. My host mother was very traditional, so our eating customs were far removed...
by Olivia D. | Jul 10, 2025 | Arts & Sciences, Europe, Faculty-Led, Summer
KODAK Digital Still Camera – Olivia Declercq While studying abroad and taking classes in France has been AMAZING, one of my favorite aspects of studying in Tours, France has been the easy access to living French History. The Loire Valley has over 100 castles...
by Olivia D. | Jul 10, 2025 | Arts & Sciences, Europe, Faculty-Led, Summer
France-Bound: My First International Adventure! Tomorrow is the day! For the very first time, I’ll be leaving the United States, and the anticipation is absolutely electric. I’m embarking on a five-week study abroad program in France, where I’ll be...
by Margarita A. | Jul 10, 2025 | Arts & Sciences, Europe, Faculty-Led, Summer
Now that I am back and settled in my home again, I can finally take a moment to go through all my thoughts and experiences about my trip to Spain. At the most basic level, I am (mostly) proud to say that I experienced every possible negative thing that could’ve...
by Margarita A. | Jul 10, 2025 | Arts & Sciences, Europe, Faculty-Led, Summer, _
There is so much that I didn’t realize about the culture and everyday life of Spain (especially Madrid) that I would have loved knowing ahead of time, so I compiled a list of things that I would’ve wanted to know before I came! I’m two weeks into my tirp so far...
by Emilie G. | Jul 10, 2025 | Commerce & Business, Europe, Faculty-Led, Summer, _
Now that it has been a couple of weeks since my travels abroad, I have had the proper time to reflect and do my final blog post. As I have readjusted to life back in Louisiana, I can’t help but think about the incredible weeks I spent abroad. While the...
by Emilie G. | Jul 10, 2025 | Commerce & Business, Europe, Faculty-Led, Summer, _
As I prepare to embark in my first UA study abroad, I am a little bit overwhelmed with emotions. On the one hand, I am ecstatic to engage in such a community based opportunity where I will have the chance to grow my global perspective while expanding on my personal...
by Matilda G. | Jul 10, 2025 | Comm & Info Sciences, Faculty-Led, North America, Summer, Uncategorized
We are over halfway done with our time in Sint Maarten. Although it’s bittersweet, this week was the perfect mix of marketing strategy and island experiences. We got to learn more about Sprinklr, and take advantage of all of the fun activities that this island...
by Matilda G. | Jul 10, 2025 | Comm & Info Sciences, Faculty-Led, North America, Summer, _
Our final week in Sint Maarten has come to an end. I am so grateful for the lessons I’ve learned, the friendships I’ve made, and the memories that I’ll have for a lifetime. We closed out our final week with lots of time spent together soaking up our...
by Matilda G. | Jul 10, 2025 | Comm & Info Sciences, Faculty-Led, North America, Summer, _
In just a few short days I’ll be taking off for the caribbean! It’s hard to believe that the time has already come, since I’ve been planning this trip since last fall! I am looking forward to getting to know the island and the locals, along with...
by Olivia B. | Jul 8, 2025 | Africa, Arts & Sciences, Faculty-Led, Summer, _
When I arrived in Cotonou on June 1, I was immediately overwhelmed by the airport. Although the airport was small, it was incredibly busy and only had one customs line and baggage claim area. After dropping our bags at our house, we went to dinner, and I was surprised...
by Dan L. | Jul 2, 2025 | Asia, Engineering, Semester, UA-Affiliate
I landed in Seoul completely exhausted and ready for a real bed after the long flight from New York. The roughly 12-hour time difference made it tough to adjust at first, and those first few days felt like a blur. But as I started to settle in, I felt grateful that I...
