Before my study abroad experience in Japan, I pictured most of my learning taking place in classrooms, for example, watching films, participating in discussions, and taking notes. What I didn’t…
Recognizing the Little Moments in a City of Motion: My Study Abroad Experience in Tokyo, Japan w/ Ayrianna Hall
Studying abroad isn’t something you can prepare for completely. You can buy the right adapter, download the right train apps, and memorize a few polite phrases, but nothing really prepares you for the moment…
Opening New Doors: My Study Abroad Journey in Japan w/ Maja Makowska
What started out as an idea for fulfilling my A&H credits and a hope for adventure turned into a wonderful and unforgettable learning experience. Before I committed to participating in this program,…
A Parisian dream W/ Epharata Mohamed
When I first landed in Paris for my study abroad program, I had no idea how much it would change me. It was my first time leaving the country by…
What Germany Can Teach Us About Our Past w/ Charity Wangari
During My study aboard, we explored the history of Berlin, especially the memorization, weexplored museums, and the everyday city site. When we were discussing our class reading webrought up this…
Exploring Ecuador: our professor literally had class outside! w/Jenivee Marie Sarmiento
As a first-gen, non-traditional college student, I had never thought that I would have the opportunity to study abroad. I was lucky to have the Global Scholars program and the Office of…
Windmills and Walking Shoes w/ Gabriel Landry
Stepping off the train at Amsterdam Centraal, the first thing I noticed wasn’t the postcard-perfect windmills everyone talks about—it was the throbbing ache in my feet! You’d think a trip…
Beyond K-Pop: Exploring Smart Cities and Sustainability in South Korea – w/ Stanley Xiao
This summer of 2025 will be my most unforgettable experience ever. I have been wanting to travel to South Korea because I have been exposed to K-drama and K-pop, so…
Invasive Species and eDNA: A Curious Mind’s Perspective – w/ Ryan Van Vuitton
In terms of self-care, it is de rigueur. It is de rigueur to pamper yourself with independent movies on an “Anri’s Last Summer Whisper” type of night, specifically the ones…
Stepping Out of My Comfort Zone: My Study Abroad Experience in Leon, Spain – w/ Dhruva Pyapali
This summer, I spent an unforgettable month in León, Spain, as part of a study abroad program that broadened my horizons and pushed me beyond my comfort zone. From navigating…