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Going Home: Visiting Family in Belgium and Finding My French by Mathieu Vincke

At the end of the semester, I took two friends, both also from the College of Charleston and studying abroad in France, on a trip that meant a lot to me personally: a visit to see my entire extended family in Belgium. It wasn’t the kind of trip with packed itineraries or bucket list landmarks. I was actually nervous they’d find it boring compared to … Continue reading Going Home: Visiting Family in Belgium and Finding My French by Mathieu Vincke

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Culture Shock in Groningen: Learning to Slow Down and Enjoy by Juliana Conover

When I first arrived in Groningen, I was immediately struck by how community-forward the city feels. I used to think Charleston was lively and full of activity, but Groningen redefined what that really means. For starters, the open-air market that pops up three times a week is a hub of energy. It’s not just a place to buy fresh food, it’s an experience. Locals stroll … Continue reading Culture Shock in Groningen: Learning to Slow Down and Enjoy by Juliana Conover

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A Random Tuesday in Groningen by Juliana Conover

A random Tuesday in Groningen looks a lot different than one back home, and I must say, I think I prefer it this way. I usually wake up around 9 a.m. and head to the shared kitchen in my SSH student housing. The housing holds over 300 other international students and our kitchen is shared with 21 others (so it can get a bit dirty). … Continue reading A Random Tuesday in Groningen by Juliana Conover

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Keuken 12 by Juliana Conover

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

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Adjusting to Daily Life in France by Maguire Emerson

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

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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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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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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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