Thoughts at the beginning of the last term
By Arianna G.
Published May 19, 2023
It is the start of the last term in the academic year! It feels weird that I am already at this point in my study-abroad experience. I have met few, if any, exchange students that had a year-long program and do think it is quite a different experience compared to only staying a single term.…
‘Food, Wine, and the City,’ or other classes you might take abroad
By Sophia M.
Published May 17, 2023
My time in college is genuinely spent grinding. I would say one of my most significant character flaws is working too hard (future employers, I’m looking at you). Although that is kind of a joke, I do think there is some truth to my downfall: a usual inability to relax. I love to work and…
Meeting new people in Europe
By Arianna G.
Published April 19, 2023
Another term has come to an end. It is nice in some ways but also alludes to starting and finishing the last of coursework assignments. Additionally, it is starting to be more spring-like here which is exciting. I look forward to seeing campus in full bloom. Despite being here for six months, people’s reactions to…
International society trips
By Jordan M.
Published April 14, 2023
After signing up and attending several international society trips through my school I would definitely recommend them to other study abroad students. As an exchange student, joining is free and comes with discounted trip prices. One thing I love about these trips is that they allow me to travel to different cities and places that…
East to West
By Kyleigh S.
Published April 5, 2023
Berlin — Wow. Words cannot describe the immense amount of history the buildings and streets of Berlin speak — a brisk 36 hours in the city of graffiti, techno, delicious food and so much more. For future "study abroaders," I highly recommend a trip to Berlin. While the frigid weather took a little getting used…
The art of existing alone
By Maddie R.
Published April 3, 2023
One thing that comes with studying abroad is the inevitability of being alone, probably more often than you ever have been in your life. At this point in my semester, I have spent time in three countries alone: Italy (obvs), France and Switzerland — in that order. And I can say that every time I…
Halfway there: My experience in Stockholm and beyond
By Jane M.
Published March 31, 2023
Hej från Stockholm! The last month has been packed with lots of fun exploratory experiences with my host family and friends. I’ve made friends here who are also staying with host families, so visiting and hearing their stories has let me see a broader view of culture in Stockholm. It’s been so nice to make…
Family and cultural connections
By Sarah T.
Published March 29, 2023
My study abroad in Costa Rica is less than three months: January 7 to March 30. This timing allowed for my family and boyfriend to visit during their spring breaks, which was also the end of my stay. My sister and I at Jacó beach! I was fortunate to have my 14-year-old sister and mom…
Barcelona game
By Gibson H.
Published March 27, 2023
I've been a Barcelona fan for years, and this month I was finally able to visit the stadium and see a game! I was also able to meet up with an old friend that studied abroad and played soccer at my high school in Missouri. At the top of the stadium While in high school,…
Changing like the seasons
By Kyleigh S.
Published March 22, 2023
The city of Sevilla is beginning to bloom into an array of colors, sunshine and flowers as the spring season approaches. Like the seasons, which each bring new sights, smells and aesthetics. My opinions, ideas and understanding of studying abroad continue to transpire like the seasons around me. Now two months into my study abroad…