Study Abroad Blog, Page 2

By Kendra W.

Published June 22, 2026

The yurt isn’t merely a shelter; the physical structure directly mirrors kinship networks — the interlocking wooden Kerege represents the clans, while the central Tunduk symbolizes a shared heritage connecting the entire community under one sky. The roots of this nomadic culture was a deeply interconnected, local support system and precisely what a functional healthcare…

By Rian N.

Published June 18, 2026

I visited the Uffizi Art Gallery in the city center of Florence, Italy. This gallery is home to thousands of paintings and sculptures from the Italian Renaissance. The gallery was built in the 16th century and was originally used for government offices. Later, it became a home for the art collections of the Medici family.…

By Elle C.

Published June 17, 2026

On May 30, I got to experience one of the most fun things! I had always heard about the “true” football (aka soccer) experience. In America, soccer is increasing in popularity, but in England — it is everything. When I knew that I would be studying abroad in London, I knew I wanted to find…

By Zoe W.

Published June 12, 2026

Ciao from Milan! I’m currently in my third week abroad, and I’ve already experienced so much of what makes this city so special — stunning cultural sites, incredible food and some truly great people along the way. But surprisingly, one of my favorite moments here hasn’t been at a museum or landmark. It’s been in…

By Latrell H.

Published June 11, 2026

I had never left the country. I didn’t own a passport. Paris existed for me through art, textbooks and movies. And then this spring, I found myself wheeling a suitcase through Charles de Gaulle Airport, jet-lagged, clutching a folder of printed itineraries and trying to remember how to say “excuse me” in French. Our program…

By Presley P.

Published June 11, 2026

During my first week in Greece, my program participated in a food tour throughout downtown Athens, where we had the opportunity to sample a variety of traditional Greek foods and learn about the country's culinary culture. We also visited the Parthenon, also known as the Acropolis, which translates to "highest point of the city." Sitting…

By Daniela G.

Published June 10, 2026

When I landed in Florence, I expected beautiful architecture, amazing food and unforgettable memories. What I did not expect was how deeply this experience would change my perspective on health care, culture and even myself. Studying nursing ethics in Florence gave me the opportunity to learn in a way that no class in the United…

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…

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…

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…