When choosing a study abroad program one of the biggest challenges is deciding where you want to live. Some programs offer student housing, some refer you to apartments, and some offer the opportunity to live with a family. Why did I want to live with a family? Kind of funny actually: I would have people that would have no choice but to hang out with me and take care of…
I’m still in awe. I’ve officially been back in the States for two weeks now and already my time in France feels like a lifetime ago. For my last blog post I want to reflect on my semester spent with my host family and how that shaped my abroad experience. To start, I was extremely nervous about living in another country for an entire semester (this was my first time…
Studying abroad has been one of the best experiences of my life so far. As a French language education major it really has been an invaluable experience. Before taking a semester abroad I had a pretty good understanding of the rules of French grammar but, as is typically the case, I couldn’t speak very well. Only a month into the semester and I started to really notice a difference. Being…
I am fortunate enough to participate in the faculty led study abroad program in Trujillo, Spain for the Fall ‘19 semester. Upon arriving in Trujillo, I have noticed that there are vast cultural differences between American and Spanish culture. Personally experiencing them has taught me a tremendous amount about myself and has opened my heart up to new ways of living. As a Georgia girl born and bred in the…
Bonjour à tous! My last day in France has come with many emotions, one of which is gratitude. Before I landed in France, I was extremely nervous to meet my host family. I have heard numerous stories, good and bad, about host families and all that can happen with them. Of course, I was nervous we were not going to get along, and I was just going to have to…
