By Audrey D.

Published Oct. 2, 2023

Long before I ever decided to come to Manchester, I went to a study abroad fair. I didn’t know it at the time, but my decision to walk through the doors of Memorial Union that day would have an insane impact on my life. It was there that I met an exchange student from the…

By Jenna N.

Published Sept. 29, 2023

I arrived in Seoul, South Korea on Aug. 17 at around 2:30 p.m. Thankfully, I had a friend who was able to pick me up from Incheon International Airport. She helped me get to the hotel I would be staying at for two days before moving into my dormitory. Thanks to her, my transition period…

By Christopher H.

Published Sept. 26, 2023

Among the parks in Tokyo, Ueno Park is certainly not one to miss. This massive park houses a myriad of flowers and trees, but also several cafes, museums and temples. Thanks to this, its charm evolves along with the season. In spring, Ueno boasts cherry blossom trees and spacious areas for hanami. Folks would bring…

By Claire S.

Published Sept. 21, 2023

I spent a month learning Spanish in Oviedo, Spain and it was a life-changing experience. Oviedo is a gorgeous little city that boasts great food, kind people and some amazing sites. I attended classes at the University of Oviedo that helped hone both my Spanish grammar and communication skills. My homestay was also a great…

By Emma V.

Published Sept. 14, 2023

Dear Barcelona, As I sit here, contemplating the bittersweet goodbye that awaits me, I can't help but reflect on the person I have become during my time in your vibrant and enchanting city. Barcelona, you have been the catalyst for my transformation, and I wake up every day loving the version of myself that I…

By Christopher H.

Published Sept. 12, 2023

One of the local stops along my daily commute would be Gotoku-ji, known for its maneki neko temple. One day, on which I had some free time, I decided to stop by. The temple is within walking distance from Gotokuji Station and in spring, the temple bustles with life. Trees and shrubberies are accompanied by…

By Andrew P.

Published Sept. 5, 2023

As my four weeks in Spain are coming to an end, there are a few things I would like to talk about. First off, do it! If there’s a slight thought of wanting to study abroad... GO! This experience will change your life and change your perspective on lots of things. Going into the program,…

By Mya W.

Published Sept. 1, 2023

I've been in South Africa for over a week now and have had to learn and unlearn so many things. For starters, they drive on the left-hand side, so I've had to train my brain to look the opposite way for cars. I assumed everyone here was African, but that was so wrong. There are…

By Ruby E.

Published Aug. 31, 2023

My past month in Italy has felt like a deep breath – a slow, purposeful change of pace to release tension I didn’t even know I had been holding. Here, everything moves at a slower pace: meals, transportation, conversations, and even work assignments. Italians are proud to share “the slow life” with anyone open to…

By Grace B.

Published Aug. 30, 2023

Hello! I have had a great time at SNU in Seoul so far. Starting in late June, I was able to go to a Suga concert! I enjoyed that very much. Classes started soon after and so did field trips! My field trips included the main palace in Seoul, the Blue House, the National Assembly,…