Although Berlin was just as gorgeous as the other cities, its history was rich no matter where we went. During our stay, we visited two places that really resonated with me, the Topography of Terror Museum, and the Berlin Wall. At the Topography of Terror Museum, we got a chance to learn about the Holocaust. Although solemn subject, it was a very eye-opening experience. Prior to visiting this museum, I…
During my time in Costa Rica, it is very clear that the emphasis on spending time with their families is highly valued. During the last week here I was able to stay with a host family, they share every meal together and are very kind to each other. Every family member is expected to work to help provide for their family which is very clear here. At my host family’s…
I have been living in Bonn, Germany for about a month now. Bonn, also known as the city of music, is a small town in the west of Germany. It was the capital of West Germany from 1949 to 1990. Bonn is well known across Germany for being Beethoven’s birthplace. The people of Bonn have a deep appreciation for the music history that surrounds them. Naturally, the…
After a short train ride to Brussels, we all immediately fell in love with this city. None of us came in with any expectations, however I think it was most of our favorite. In contrast to Paris, we only had one day that was not a free day, where we toured the Opera House. This left so much time for exploring the city, activities like chocolate making and shopping,…
Monday mornings have become my favorite day of the week because it means I get to spend another day learning a new culture and its language. A typical day in my life starts with a cappuccino which can only drink before or during breakfast. While I do not often drink coffee in America, I knew I had to try it when I came to Italy and I have loved every…
During the last month of my time abroad I did more traveling to London, Ibiza, Granada, and two cities in the north of Spain called Logroño and Pamplona. Logroño is Spanish wine country and is a small town whereas Pamplona hosts the “running of the bulls” and a tomato throwing festival called la Tomatina. Throughout my traveling experiences I have realized that you really do not have to bring that…
I have been in Munich for one month and it has been a great experience. I am on the CIE Summer Internship apart program in Germany which consists of one month of language school and a two-month internship upon completion of the school I am currently working for the state of Virginia’s European international trade office. After completion of intensive language course, moved from Berlin to Munich. Even though I…
My study abroad was truly the adventure of a lifetime. My class on the palaces of Florence was the perfect way to learn about the city I was living in. I loved learning the stories behind these incredible structures that I walked by every day. Living in Florence gave the art and architectural history of the city another dimension. Studying abroad also opened my eyes to a whole new culture.…
Now that I am back in the summer heat of Charleston, I believe that I have a clearer idea of what my study abroad trip to London really meant to me. I have been surprisingly sentimental about it, especially because I went into the experience not expecting to make any “real” friends. However, the people I met on this trip were the most valuable part of it all. I now…
My time in Florence, Italy has ended, for now after a month of learning about Parent and Child Interactions based on Cultural Influences. This particular psychology course has taught me a lot for my future. Since I know that I want to work with children in the future, this class has taught me many lessons. Not only were my academic goals accomplished with learning about this subject but also I…
