One of the first photos I took abroad was from a lookout over Nice. At the time, I had no idea how different I would feel by the end of the semester or what that photo would come to represent. It’s wild to think that I took it with no idea of the people I’d meet, the knowledge I’d gain, or how much I’d grow. … Continue reading What I Didn’t Expect to Learn While Studying Abroad by Mathieu Vincke
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
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
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
In the weeks leading up to my arrival in France, I could already tell my academic experience at EDHEC would be much different than at CofC. For starters, whenever I would email questions to faculty in Nice, the answers they gave were always very vague and didn’t give me much help. Then, when I registered for classes, they told me I wouldn’t know my schedule … Continue reading My Experience at a French Business University by Drew Lamberger
Today is my last day in Nice. I woke up to warm weather and clear blue skies outside my window. So, I will be spending the day shopping the markets, shops, and boutiques rather than packing because I refuse to accept the fact that I am leaving so soon. The old town area in Nice is by far my favorite area to spend time in. … Continue reading Shopping the Markets in Nice by Reagan Kilpatrick
*Written previously* While living abroad for the past 4 months, I’ve had a lot of time to think about what things I wish I would’ve done and what things that I’m glad that I did do. To all of the future study abroad students, here are my top pieces of advice I would give to you in order to make your experience the best it … Continue reading My Advice For Future Study Abroad Students by: Drew Lamberger
