The housing I chose to stay in while abroad is called SSH, a student housing organization in the Netherlands that offers housing for international students, most of whom are on exchange. The entire housing complex holds over 300 students. When I first arrived, it felt a bit scary. There are no communal spaces besides the kitchens, just rooms down a long corridor. Not exactly the … Continue reading Keuken 12 by Juliana Conover
During my time studying abroad in Nice, France, I quickly realized how different my daily life would be compared to what I was used to back home. From academic schedules to grocery shopping, nearly every part of my routine had to be adjusted. At first, it felt overwhelming but within a few weeks, I found my rhythm and began to appreciate the big and small … Continue reading Adjusting to Daily Life in 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
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
My time in Nice has been life changing. I have made so many new friends and memories. Leaving seems like the last thing I want to do. If I could give any advice, it would be to plan before you get to your program! It is very easy to forget how close you are to other countries, especially in Europe. Traveling here, although it may … Continue reading Reflection by Izzy Garcia
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
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
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
Nice offers a bunch of different foods to try! The favorite thing I have had so far is croque monsieur, which is essentially a ham and cheese sandwich with a bechamel sauce on the inside. Nice also has a lot of Italian food, so I have had lots of pasta and pizza. Something I was reluctant to try when I came here was seafood, but … Continue reading Living Like a Local by Izzy Garcia
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
