Category: Study Abroad

Europe, Study Abroad

A Reflection on My Semester Abroad in Nice, France by Maguire Emerson

As I reflect on my time studying abroad in Nice, France, I am ecstatic by how much I learned and experienced over the course of just one semester. It wasn’t always easy, but it was without a doubt one of the most rewarding decisions I’ve made during my college career. Before going abroad, I was filled with excitement, but I’ll admit there was a lot … Continue reading A Reflection on My Semester Abroad in Nice, France by Maguire Emerson

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Europe, Study Abroad

Stepping into a New World by Maguire Emerson

One of the most intimidating parts of studying abroad is stepping outside your comfort zone, especially when it comes to culture and language. Moving to a new country means more than just adjusting to a new environment; it means adapting to a different way of life. When I studied abroad in Nice, France, at EDHEC Business School, I was surrounded by students from all over … Continue reading Stepping into a New World by Maguire Emerson

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The implications of growth; part three by Paige Joyner

I’ve only learned this recently. I’ll make a short example, and possibly this example willn’t resonate with your own past experiences, but as for my own, I found a great discovery. A friend of mine has been feeling unwell; it’s been two weeks now, and the sickness is riding up into his mind, feeding itself and torturing him in the process. I worry, As one … Continue reading The implications of growth; part three by Paige Joyner

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Europe, Study Abroad

The French and their implications; part two by Paige Joyner

Oh, and by the way, Do not come to France if you intend to persist in your culture. I will explain. There’s too much culture to be subject to, but it is not the culture that is loud; it is the people. I do not mean the French people are volume insensitive, quite the opposite, They are confident in their culture and ways of living, … Continue reading The French and their implications; part two by Paige Joyner

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Europe, Study Abroad

France and its implications; part one by Paige Joyner

How does one process the minuscule habits that ultimately must change when our environment shifts? You may be aware of what they say; Stay safe, respect the customs, and respect the people. Excitement was a lingering pinch on my heart; Excitement was internal hypocrisy. This is due to the farewell that plagued me from shifting out of the environment I was comfortable and conformed to, … Continue reading France and its implications; part one by Paige Joyner

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Europe, Study Abroad

My Visit to Rufford Hall by Sarah Mcmahon

As a Historic Preservation major, one of my main goals being abroad is to visit as many historic sites as possible. When I arrived in England, my aunt gifted me a National Trust membership, which gets me into National Trust historic sites in the UK for free. The first site we visited was Rufford Hall, which is located in Lancashire, England. I loved my visit … Continue reading My Visit to Rufford Hall by Sarah Mcmahon

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North America, Study Abroad

Favorite Day in Canada by Cameron Long

My study abroad trip to Canada was easily one of the best weeks of my life, making it almost impossible to choose a single favorite day. But if I had to pick, the day we went snowmobiling in British Columbia stands out the most. The adventure began with a two-hour bus ride from Banff, offering breathtaking views of snow-covered mountains. As the sun peeked over … Continue reading Favorite Day in Canada by Cameron Long

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Europe, Study Abroad

A Guide to the UK’s Transportation by Kendal Wagner

Public transport is a valuable tool whilst abroad in the United Kingdom. It is a sense of freedom you do not get without a car in the United States, but it can also be a point of stress and intimidation when you are not used to navigating this system. As a solo traveler, I did not know what to expect, but I went for it … Continue reading A Guide to the UK’s Transportation by Kendal Wagner

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