My experience studying in beautiful Costa Rica
By Jaidyn H.
Published June 25, 2026
My Comparative Criminal and Juvenile Justice study abroad experience in Costa Rica was truly amazing! I could not have asked for a more immersive and enlightening experience than the one that I had. I loved every part of Costa Rica: the beautiful plant and animal life, the kind people we met and the amazing food,…
Traveling in Prague
By Emma C.
Published June 24, 2026
Prague is typically a cool and rainy city, but the day we arrived the sun welcomed us with open arms. It was warm with the most perfect clouds. I’m a nervous flier, but landing in such a beautiful place immediately put my anxiety at ease. Prague was absolutely beautiful. I had seen pictures in books…
One month of Barcelona
By Briana V.
Published June 23, 2026
People say you don’t just move to Barcelona, you kind of just have to surrender to its rhythm. I’ve been here for four weeks now, and honestly, I’m finally starting to find my feet. Getting around a new city has definitely been an adventure, especially since my Spanish isn't quite cutting it with all the…
What a Kyrgyz yurt taught me about Missouri maternity care
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…
Ufizzi Art Gallery
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.…
True football experience with my new study abroad friends
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…
Maison Maine Coon: A cat cafe in Milan
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…
What I learned studying abroad in Paris
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…
First half of my time in Athens, Greece!
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…
More than a study abroad program: What Florence taught me about life and nursing
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…