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Reflecting on My Study Abroad Experience, Back in Charleston by Peyton Baxley

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 … Continue reading Reflecting on My Study Abroad Experience, Back in Charleston by Peyton Baxley

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Europe, Study Abroad

The Precession by Morgan Cingari

I spent this past Easter week in Sorrento, and it was unlike anything I have ever experienced before. To celebrate the life, death, and resurrection of Jesus, the people of Sorrento have parades otherwise known as Precessions. These Precessions are silently conducted three times throughout the town. In the first Precession, the participants are dressed in white robes, in the second they are dressed in … Continue reading The Precession by Morgan Cingari

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Best Day Abroad by Rylie Talmadge

I made it! I’m finally here! I step off the boat and take in the moment. It is one of those Shoot-I-am-just-so-thankful-moments. It is a WOW moment. A Bigness moment. A life is GOOD moment. All the little logistics leading up to this point no longer matter. In this moment, life is as good as it gets. After weeks of preparation, lectures, excursions, and planning, … Continue reading Best Day Abroad by Rylie Talmadge

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Overcoming Obstacles with Laughter by Rylie Talmadge

While studying abroad, I have discovered the true meaning of adaptability. As my program operates in remote locations and in unpredictable ecosystems, adapting to changing conditions and overcoming obstacles has become an essential life lesson. Whether the roadblocks are physical, social, mental, or emotional, I’ve realized that a) I am not alone, b) that my feelings are valid, and c) the best way to move … Continue reading Overcoming Obstacles with Laughter by Rylie Talmadge

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A Weekend in Vienna by Savannah Petrelli

Over Spring Break, my cousin and I decided to leave Paris and go to Vienna. I have always wanted to go because I have seen all the beautiful photos of Austria and I wanted to experience it for myself. The first day we decided to go to the The Hofburg Palace and learned about the family that once ruled over Austria. The museum was based … Continue reading A Weekend in Vienna by Savannah Petrelli

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Culture, Customs, and Traditions: Football in the UK by Olivia Yalden

In the UK, football is a huge part of the culture and is a lively event that immerses people within their community and their pride to certain teams and locations. I was eager to get to London to experience this special tradition and was hoping it would live up to my expectations of excitement, and it did. Not only have I enjoyed attending football games … Continue reading Culture, Customs, and Traditions: Football in the UK by Olivia Yalden

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Intro by Savannah Petrelli

Name: Savannah Petrelli Major: Political Science and International Studies with a concentration in Europe Year: Junior, class of 2023 Host Program: IES Paris BIA Why did I choose my program: I choose Paris because I wanted to improve my French speaking skills while being in a diverse city. IES offered a lot of classes for my major as well. Goals: Some of my goals were … Continue reading Intro by Savannah Petrelli

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