By Riley V.

Published June 25, 2025

https://flic.kr/p/2rcY5TG Diving the Great Barrier Reef. I have been putting off this blog post for two main reasons. First, this is my last blog post, which also means that my study abroad program has officially come to an end. Second, because I don't know how to put everything I want to say into one final…

By Dominic G.

Published June 24, 2025

This summer I decided to study abroad in Sicily and since I made that decision I have not once regretted it. What was once an idea of something fun to do while keeping me on track academically has turned into an unforgettable and immensely rewarding experience. I arrived in Sicily at the end of May…

By Mia A.

Published June 23, 2025

https://flic.kr/p/2rczujk My roommate and me after arriving in Milan, Italy. Before my first pre-departure class for the Trulaske study abroad program in Italy, I had a clear picture of what the experience would look like. I had signed up with one close friend, someone I met during my freshman year in a BA 1500 class,…

By Jordan M.

Published June 23, 2025

One of the biggest differences between the U.S. and Germany is the ubiquity of public transportation. Every day, I take a public bus to the city center for my classes. The main train station takes you all over Germany and Europe via connections and I've used it to go to Karlsruhe, Frankfurt and even Switzerland.…

By Victoria M.

Published June 20, 2025

https://flic.kr/p/2rcAnfW Italy is known worldwide for its amazing culture and cuisine, and Sicily is no exception. One of the main reasons I decided to go to Sicily is because of that reason. Growing up I had been a pretty picky eater and have gotten a little better as I matured. However, I still have those…

By Gwendalyn B.

Published June 18, 2025

While I was in Barcelona I learned about a celebration called “St. Jordi’s Day” or “The Day of Books and Roses” in which St. Jordi as well as World Book Day are celebrated. In Catalonia, the region of Spain in which Barcelona resides, this holiday is held to honor the legend of St. Jordi, the…

By Gwendalyn B.

Published June 18, 2025

During my time abroad I was able to attend a local comic book convention called Comic Barcelona. This three day event brought together artists from all over Spain and Europe to discuss comics and art. While I had been to many comic book conventions in the United States, I had never been to one in…

By Ann Marie L.

Published June 18, 2025

Perhaps the most significant factor to a meaningful and positive experience abroad is the interaction between collective goodwill and individual responsibility for a positive attitude on the study abroad program. During the two weeks of my Culture, Public Health and Social Service experience in Greece, I regularly witnessed one member of our group be sensitive,…

By Brenna G.

Published June 16, 2025

One of the best ways to travel is through food. Studying abroad in Spain has broadened my horizons and has allowed me to try new foods that are typical in Spain. The list is endless: Jamón, tortilla de patata, bocadillos, gazpacho, calamar, paella and the list goes on. However, living in the same place for…

By Madison S.

Published June 16, 2025

I am finally starting to feel settled back into my apartment after two weeks abroad. Now that I have had a minute to rest, I have been reflecting on my time in Portugal. It wasn’t just a trip, but a chance to see life through a new lens. One of the most special parts of…