Exploring Sicily: Crossroads in the Mediterranean
By Belle-Ange G.
Published June 9, 2026
Our first full day in Taormina! We explored the city, browsing the street vendors before walking through history at the ancient Greek theater, a Roman amphitheater where gladiators not only fought but also lived. https://flic.kr/p/2shSD6J Exploring the Greek ancient theater. Spent the day hiking Mount Etna! We learned from an archaeologist about the unique Etna…
My study abroad experience in Costa Rica
By Savannah M.
Published June 9, 2026
I chose to travel to Costa Rica for my study abroad experience. This may sound cliché, but this was truly a life-changing experience. Before traveling to Costa Rica, I was very excited but also a little nervous. This was my first time traveling internationally, much less by myself. Coming into Costa Rica, I wanted to…
The Port of Antwerp and the village of Lillo
By Sawyer B.
Published June 8, 2026
Last week, one of our study abroad visits took us through the Port of Antwerp. The port is one of the largest in Europe, and driving through it made that easy to believe. We passed massive warehouses dedicated just to storing goods like sugar, coffee and fruit, and at points we could see enormous cargo…
Tips for studying abroad
By Julie M.
Published June 4, 2026
I’ve been in Germany for a week so far, and I have been having the best time of my life. This is my first time studying abroad and my first time being in another country. It’s been a very exciting experience, but I have been learning a lot about international travel. For this blog post,…
Adios España
By Julia K.
Published June 3, 2026
I cannot believe this is my last study abroad blog post! To say these last five months FLEW by is an understatement. I have been back in the U.S. for a week now, so I am going to write about the thing I miss most from Alicante and studying abroad. My host mom! She was…
Friends and connections in Kansai
By Andrew F.
Published June 3, 2026
So far, my time in Japan has been amazing. Honestly, to a point where I'm greatly considering moving here in the future for at least some amount of time. Beyond personal interests like games, anime, and music, or the fact that a lot of Japan is easily walkable considering the quality of infrastructure/public transport, one…
Policies and Institutions of the European Union
By Ethan K.
Published June 2, 2026
From May 17–28, I studied abroad in the Netherlands and Belgium. During this time, I got to learn about how the European Union operates and visit European Union institutions. It was great to see just how different the European Union is from the United States government. In addition to our studies, I enjoyed visiting the…
Saying goodbye to Sevilla
By Megan H.
Published June 1, 2026
My study abroad program in Sevilla has officially ended and I am now back home in St. Louis, Missouri. Choosing to study abroad in Sevilla was the greatest decision I have ever made in my life. From all the places I have now been to all of the confidence I have gained to the deep…
Brussels Jazz Festival
By Suraj P.
Published May 31, 2026
Brussels Jazz Weekend took place during our last few days in Brussels, and while my group and I were unable to stay and enjoy all three days of music, we had a ton of fun experiencing the completely free concerts held all over the city in public squares and clubs and bars alike. The action…
First two weeks in Athens, Greece
By Alexis B.
Published May 30, 2026
I have now spent a total of two weeks in Athens, Greece, exploring local restaurants, flea markets, the Acropolis, our internship placements and venturing out to the island of Paros. https://flic.kr/p/2sfNPGp Acropolis There have already been several rewarding experiences such as meeting the kiddos at the private school and interacting with adults who are learning…