by Catherine C. | Oct 6, 2025 | Europe, Faculty-Led, Honors College, Summer
Studying in the Bodleian library has been a dream of mine since high school. The bodleian, just like the rest of Oxford is one of the oldest and most acclaimed places in the world. It is straight out of Harry Potter. Its 15th century and 17th century architecture make...
by Catherine C. | Oct 6, 2025 | Europe, Faculty-Led, Honors College, Summer
Navigating britrail within the United Kingdom can be a real challenge. Though our britrail passes got us free trips to anywhere within the UK, the logistics of getting there were not always easy… We planned to travel from Oxford, GB to Edinburgh, Scotland for...
by Catherine C. | Oct 6, 2025 | Europe, Faculty-Led, Honors College, Summer, _
For the most part, Oxford University’s college grounds are completely different than ours. Really, the only thing similar is the presence of dorm rooms and class rooms. Most of the Oxford college campuses are over 300 years old and Some of them are almost 800...
by Edyn M. | Oct 6, 2025 | Commerce & Business, Europe, Faculty-Led, Summer
Studying abroad has truly changed me for the better. Before this trip, I used to be afraid of change and hesitant about new beginnings. I liked staying in my comfort zone because it felt safe and predictable. Now, after spending time abroad, I see change as something...
by Angelina | Oct 6, 2025 | Africa, Arts & Sciences, Faculty-Led
Pictured in this post is the Cape Coast Castle in Cape Coast, Ghana. It was originally built by Sweden in the 17th century. Over the years, many countries took possession of it until the 1660s when the English took over. While being there, we toured the entire castle,...
by Makiya H. | Oct 6, 2025 | Africa, Arts & Sciences, Faculty-Led, Summer, _
Returning home from Cotonou, Benin after a transformative four-week study abroad experience has been both comforting and surprisingly disorienting. While I was excited to reunite with family, sleep in my own bed, and return to the familiar rhythm of life at home, I...
by Edyn M. | Oct 6, 2025 | Commerce & Business, Europe, Faculty-Led, Summer
If I could give one piece of advice to future study abroad students, it would be to embrace change and step outside your comfort zone. New places, new people, and new routines can feel overwhelming at first, but those moments of uncertainty are where the most growth...
by Madysen R. | Oct 6, 2025 | Africa, Arts & Sciences, Faculty-Led, Summer, _
Sunset in Kakum National Park As I prepared to study abroad, I had so many thoughts and expectations. Going to Ghana was not something I ever anticipated being a part of my academic and personal journey, but it ended up being one of the best and most valuable...
by Joshua R. | Sep 26, 2025 | Commerce & Business, Europe, Faculty-Led, Summer, _
Studying abroad in Spain was one of the most enriching experiences of my college journey, and I’m grateful for every moment spent exploring the historic streets of Madrid and the vibrant coast of Barcelona. But looking back, there are definitely a few pieces of advice...
by Mason S. | Sep 26, 2025 | Arts & Sciences, Central America, Faculty-Led, Summer, _
Now that I’m back home, my mind is filled with a mix of emotions. The moment I stepped off the plane and into the airport, everything felt so familiar, yet different. I was excited to reunite with my family and friends, but I also found myself missing Belize. I miss...
by Dawson M. | Sep 26, 2025 | Australia/New Zealand, Engineering, Faculty-Led, Summer, _
The past three weeks have been packed full of incredible adventures, but the time has absolutely flown by. It all feels like a blur of hikes, cities, restaurants, presentations, and traveling. However, I truly do feel like to made the most of every moment and it was...
by Joshua R. | Sep 19, 2025 | Europe, Faculty-Led, Summer, _
Getting ready to go abroad to Spain has been a mix of excitement, nerves, and a whole lot of list-making. It still doesn’t feel totally real, but with my flight coming up soon, I’m starting to feel the excitement and nerves of what’s ahead, in a good way. Physically,...
by Jackson W. | Aug 21, 2025 | Commerce & Business, Europe, Faculty-Led, Summer
Bright and sunny. I had read plenty about my European destinations and expected stunning views, but nothing could have truly prepared me for how breathtaking Dubrovnik is in person. The moment I stepped out of my Uber from the airport, I felt how vibrant and full of...
by Olivia Womack | Aug 12, 2025 | Arts & Sciences, Europe, Faculty-Led, Summer, _
“I like this place and could willingly waste my time in.” A month travelling across England to see stage adaptations from the Bard himself makes me agree with his sentiment! As part of our EN 333 course, Shakespeare, our class attended four productions of Shakespeare...
by Zander D. | Aug 12, 2025 | Europe, Semester, Summer, UA-Affiliate, _
I spent three weeks in Porto for the European Innovation Academy, living near Polo Universitário, so the neighborhood and the people around campus shaped how I used the city each day. After locking in my general class routine, I used the rest of each of my days to...
by Brandon S. | Aug 8, 2025 | Arts & Sciences, Commerce & Business, Faculty-Led, Summer, _
The final part of the trip was in incredible! The day after we arrived in Wellington, we had the opportunity to take a ferry and go to Eastbourne, which was a little town across the Wellington Harbour. We stopped for gelato and the proceeded to hike. Though a little...
by William A. | Aug 8, 2025 | _
After over six months of anticipation, I have finally arrived in beautiful Vietnam. This year marks the 50th anniversary of North Vietnam’s triumph over the south and the United States, although places like Hanoi appear as if the war had ended significantly...
by Mya D. | Aug 8, 2025 | Arts & Sciences, Faculty-Led, Summer, _
So, I’m getting ready to go abroad!!! I can’t believe it’s actually happening. This will be my first long trip out of the country, and to say I’m a mix of nerves and excitement would be an understatement. From brushing up on travel logistics to mentally getting ready...
by Isabella H. | Aug 8, 2025 | Arts & Sciences, Europe, Faculty-Led, Summer, _
Hi everyone! My name is Isabella Hanson, and I am a junior dance and creative media major here at the university! I write this sitting in the airport, anticipating every moment that is to come with my trip abroad. I am participating in a faculty led program with the...
by Alexandria R. | Aug 8, 2025 | Arts & Sciences, Europe, Faculty-Led, Summer
I’m back! Man does it feel weird. Weirdly, I’m feeling possessive over Ireland. I hear of people visiting or wanting to go there and I suddenly feel like I have a million words to say and not enough time to say it. Everything here is the same but also has...
