Life Across the Pond

Life Across the Pond

How my abroad experience has been so far: As someone who has traveled a lot, going to a different country is something that though I am familiar with, it’s always a new and fun experience. One thing I always forget about is that there is usually no air...
Making the Most

Making the Most

I have reached the end of my 21 days in London for my Forensic Psychology program, which is incredibly bittersweet. Succinctly put, I have enjoyed every second and learned so much. So, for this post, I want to explain how to truly appreciate and make the most of your...
Travel Tips

Travel Tips

I have been in London for a few weeks now and am enjoying it immensely! I thought I might share some things I wish I knew before coming, namely how to prepare for a long, international trip.  Pre-departure: Firstly, getting all your ducks in a row as early as...
Pre-Departure to London

Pre-Departure to London

My name is Bailee and I am a junior (3 credits away from being a senior) majoring in psychology and minoring in women’s studies and African American studies. Since elementary school, I knew I wanted to participate in a study abroad program in college. The perfect...
Dealing with homesickness

Dealing with homesickness

I have officially been abroad for a week! We have done so many fun and exciting things during the week I have been here, in London. Even with being so busy and doing so many exciting things, the feeling of missing home and familiarity are inevitable. Three days ago,...
Cheers from London!

Cheers from London!

Because I had never been abroad, I decided to pick a program that went to London. Though I wanted to get out of my comfort zone, I figured merely jumping the pond would limit the culture shock yet still be different enough that I would be able to expand my mind and...
Pre-departure

Pre-departure

In less than 24 hours I will be getting on a plane and going to London! Personally, this is a very new and out of comfort experience. I have never been out of the country and I have only been on a plane once, so you could imagine the thought of this causing some...