By Christopher H.

Published Aug. 11, 2023

Cats certainly play a part in Japanese culture. From maneki neko to Sailor Moon’s "Luna," cats permeate culture through various mediums. There is a particular establishment that can testify to the importance of cats in Japan: cat cafes. Japan has a multitude of cat cafes, each boasting its fluffy feline friends (and sometimes food and…

By Bre A.

Published Aug. 9, 2023

I had the opportunity to study abroad in San Jose, Costa Rica with the university's Department of Social Work. While there I was introduced to a new culture, language and legal system that greatly differed from the U.S. I visited the only rehabilitation center for women in the entire country, a foster home for infants…

By Christopher H.

Published July 27, 2023

During winter, I went to Sapporo for a week-long trip. Immediately after landing, I was greeted by three-inch of snow that did not exist back in Tokyo. Sapporo in February was cold but lively. People mainly came for the same reason as I did: to visit the Sapporo Yuki Matsuri and see the sights. [caption…

By Mohamed O.

Published July 26, 2023

Hello there, travelers and fellow students! Are you prepared to start a trip that will change your life? Imagine getting significant academic experiences while studying in an exciting city and seeing an array of cultures. I'll give you an online perspective of Barcelona, Spain if you're thinking about going overseas to study as an undergraduate.…

By Sydney L.

Published July 25, 2023

“Things are not always this great. Tonight, we’re out to celebrate you, but if you weren’t here, we’d be at home. This is not how we always live, and things are not always better somewhere else.” Those are the words my Spanish host mother said to me at diner over a year ago. After a…

By Rianna E.

Published July 24, 2023

¡Buenas! Chances are you’re reading this because you’re hoping to study abroad one day or you’ve just returned and are looking for study-abroad-blog inspiration. Either way, keep reading to know all about my month studying abroad in Salamanca, Spain and learn about some amazing places! Casually posing on the windowsill of…

By Carrie W.

Published July 21, 2023

This incredible 3-week experience in Florence has taught me so much about myself and has encouraged me to look at things in different ways. When I embarked on my experience abroad I had absolutely no idea what to expect. I was over the moon excited thinking about meeting new people and putting myself out there…

By Herbie P.

Published July 20, 2023

Before I arrived in Italy, I was quite nervous about how I would be treated as a transgender student. I am attending Florence University of the Arts and taking a course on wine appreciation and gallery exhibition and curating. It was very difficult to find resources online before my trip about how I might be…

By Jacob L.

Published July 11, 2023

At the start of the summer, the University of Missouri Concert Chorale set out on a trip to London. Our choir of approximately 40 students, under the direction of Dr. Brandon A. Boyd, endeavored to celebrate Black choral composers in a large concert combined with other choirs, plus do a little sight-seeing along the way.…

By Jordan M.

Published July 7, 2023

I think a super important topic to discuss before studying abroad is budget. This can be a weekly, monthly or even a categorical budget. There are several initial costs to think of as well as everyday living costs you would normally have to consider at your home university. First Easter Break…