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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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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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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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The Nice Carnival – My Experience by Cooper Beck

During my time in Nice, France, I have been exposed to the vibrant culture of the French Riveria. While mainly a summer destination, the French Riveria is still filled with charm and life during the winter and early spring. Perhaps the best example of this is the annual Nice Carnival. The Nice Carnival is an annual event that has been celebrated for over 100 years. … Continue reading The Nice Carnival – My Experience by Cooper Beck

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Culture, Customs, and Traditions by Izzy Garcia

The culture in France is very rich, but different depending on what city you are in. Along the coast, festivals are very important, especially focusing on themes like the ocean, flowers, and agriculture products. In Nice, the Carnival de Nice lasts two weeks and is one of the most important festivals on the Cote d’Azur. It features floats, with different themes each year, as well … Continue reading Culture, Customs, and Traditions by Izzy Garcia

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Georgia Across the Pond! by Georgia Kern

Hi everyone! My name is Georgia Kern and I am a current junior. I am majoring in Psychology and minoring in Medical Humanities. This semester I am studying at the University of Sussex! I chose this program because I have visited the UK before and immediately fell in love with it. This college specifically is located right outside of Brighton, a popular beach town in … Continue reading Georgia Across the Pond! by Georgia Kern

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Northern Irish Drinking Culture by Michelle Taylor

One of the major cultural differences I’ve experienced here in Belfast is the drinking culture. One of the major reasons, of course, being that the drinking age here is 18, not 21, as it is in the States. This means that alcohol is much more a part of life in university in a casual way, a way it cannot be at American universities. For example, … Continue reading Northern Irish Drinking Culture by Michelle Taylor

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Food in Northern Ireland by Michelle Taylor

Food is a somewhat different experience in Belfast than it was at the College of Charleston. First of all, all of the student accommodations at Queen’s University are self-catered, which means that students have to cook all of their own food. The freedom of being able to choose what you want to make for dinner is very nice to have, but having to make your … Continue reading Food in Northern Ireland by Michelle Taylor

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