By Arianna G.

Published Jan. 30, 2023

I have yet to talk about day to day, mundane but necessary stuff. For one, public transportation in Europe is not overhyped. It is so convenient, fairly easy to navigate, cheap and good for the environment. I typically take the bus into town 1–2 times a week. I opted not to get a bus pass…

By Arianna G.

Published Dec. 2, 2022

I have adjusted to living abroad quite well. I know this is in part due to the fact that I am in an English-speaking country. When I was looking at exchange programs I also debated applying to universities in Spain and France. I was not confident enough in my Spanish or French speaking skills to…

By Arianna G.

Published Oct. 31, 2022

I have been living in Lancaster for a month now. So far, I like it and, funnily enough, I have met a lot of Americans. You don’t really need to leave campus for anything which is convenient. There are a few grocery stores, a pharmacy, many restaurants separate from their campus dining selection as well…

By Mia B.

Published July 8, 2022

Hi all! This is the second half of my last post, with tips for being a student that you may not get in orientation. The last post was general expectations around courses; this one is some specific stuff like "what is a revision session?" that may not be explained upfront. Essay titles have specific rules…

By Mia B.

Published July 6, 2022

Hi all! Although I haven't received grades back for any of my exams yet, I've now completely finished the term and received feedback on all my coursework, so it seems like a reasonable time to discuss the observations I've made about / tips for being a student when it comes to academic performance, that weren't…

By Emilio A.

Published June 2, 2022

During the first couple weeks of May, I decided to travel to a few different countries in Europe. I have no more classes, and just free time to study for exams and do as I please, so I took some time to relax my mind. During the first week I went to Brussels, Belgium. During…

By Mia B.

Published May 10, 2022

As of the time I’m writing this, I’ve traveled to London, Glasgow, Edinburgh and the coast of Wales, so I thought I’d share some observations and tips I’ve picked up for traveling in the U.K., for those of you planning to do the same when you’re here. Mia at the Tower…

By Anna H.

Published April 25, 2022

Spring break looks a little different for everyone, including me! I think spring break is the best time to try new coffee shops, walk around different parks and take lots of springtime photos with friends. This semester, I get to study at the University of East Anglia in Norwich, England. It is a unique school,…

By Emilio A.

Published April 13, 2022

At Lancaster University in Lancaster, England, there are two terms that are divided by a month-long spring break! The first term is lent, which recently ended on March 25, and the next term, summer term, will begin April 25. During the first term, I went to lectures and seminars for all of my classes and…

By Anne C.

Published April 1, 2022

Ciao, Hola, Bonjour, Chairete, Hello! A combination of all the greetings I have used since my last blog post! Over the last few weeks, I’ve visited new countries and old friends, and learned about so many exciting cultures. My roommate Ali and I traveled to Milan, Naples and Capri during one of our first weekends…