Name, Major/ Minor, Year in School, Host Program/ Institution Audrey Grau, History and Archaeology Major, Junior, USAC/ St. Andrews Why did you choose your program? I have always wanted to go to Scotland and St. Andrews is an incredibly historic location just above Edinburgh. What goals have you set for your time abroad? My main goal is to take in the sights of the country while also learning from a…
It is week 7 of my study abroad trip, and I couldn’t be happier. We are at our halfway point right now…it doesn’t feel real! This week, our whole group traveled to a few other Spanish cities. We went to Córdoba, Granada, and Seville. In Córdoba we saw the Mezquita, in Granada we saw the Alhambra, and in Seville we saw the famous cathedral. I now feel so much closer…
When I visited Ireland, one of my favorite experiences was going to the EPIC Museum in Dublin. This interactive museum explores the history and culture of Ireland, highlighting the contributions of Irish people to the world. The museum is a multi-sensory tour that takes people on a journey through Ireland’s past and present. One of the most interesting aspects of the museum is its exploration of the Irish diaspora, and the scattering of Irish people around…
Ireland is very known for its rich cultural heritage, and one aspect of this culture that has been gaining popularity in recent years is street art. Throughout the cities and towns of Ireland, you can find murals, graffiti, and other forms of street art that add a colorful and vibrant element to the urban landscape. One of the examples of street art in Ireland that I saw were murals near the shaky bridge in Cork…
During my travels to this beautiful country, I had the opportunity to try a variety of different dishes, but the two that stood out to me the most were the fish and chips and the “Iris breakfast”: The first dish that captured my taste buds was the fish and chips. The dish consisted of battered cod that is deep-fried. The fish was served with thick-cut “chips” (French fries) and a side of tartar sauce and…
I enjoyed every day of the trip, but some of the highlights include learning about the culture and history of Quito, going on hikes in the jungle, and playing pick-up soccer games with locals. While in Quito, we were able to immerse ourselves in the city and learn about its history of the city. We went into one of the oldest catholic churches and saw the immaculate architecture inside and…
Hello, my name is Kayli Paterson. I’m in my final year as a graduate student in the concurrent Environmental Studies and Sustainability and Public Administration master’s program. This summer, I will be visiting Ecuador for two weeks to study the diverse cultures and how they utilize sustainability in their everyday lives. We will explore different techniques of sustainability and how it, along with outside factors, impacts the local water quality…
Honestly, I don’t think I can pinpoint one or even a couple best days abroad. Every day in Germany was incredible and I learned so much each day. However, some of the most notable days I can recount would be within the first two weeks of being in Berlin and attending the language course at the school from 9:00 am to 1:30 and then going to find somewhere to eat…
With my time abroad, I experienced many incredible events. In Berlin, Germany, there was the weekly festival at Mauer Park every Sunday where they have local vendors that are selling art and clothing, and food trucks that sell all kinds of international cuisines. There is also a large grass space that is filled with people playing instruments, singing and dancing. It is a great atmosphere and I enjoyed attending this…
While in Ecuador have tried so many varieties of foods and juices, and my favorites of those are the empanadas and papaya juice. The empanadas are made a little different depending on where you are. Some can be fluffy with cheese in the middle or more like a bread texture with or without the cheese. The papaya juice is freshly squeezed and served with any meal of the day, and…
