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
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
Hey y’all! I have been in the United Kingdom for over a week now and the pace of life and the culture have surprised me in a number of ways. It may be a blind spot for me as I am a country boy, but everyone walks quickly down the street and starts their day with a purpose I am unaccustomed to. That may be … Continue reading Initial Impressions and Week One (June 27, 2022) by Reese Dickerhoff
I have been in London for over a week and I can already feel myself forming a routine and becoming more comfortable living here. Even though the UK is a predominantly English-speaking country, there are still many differences in culture and lifestyle. There is an abundance of cultural diversity everywhere you go and it is exciting to hear multiple different languages a day as you … Continue reading London by Nora Gore
With my last week abroad, I decided to travel to Paris. After putting in hardworking effort to complete the semester, I treated myself to a self-care trip. I have always dreamed of going to Paris, and could not pass up on the opportunity. I visited the Eiffel Tower, went to the Louvre, and explored other historical sites and monuments. With a French background, having the … Continue reading Reflecting on My Time Abroad by Jimeace Bonaparte
Life in England has been amazing. Unfortunately, my semester abroad is coming to an end. Living in Brighton for nearly 3 months allowed me to adapt to a new way of life, and I’ve enjoyed my experience. Brighton, and England in general, is a beautiful place. The terrain is very hilly but filled with green pastures all around the outskirts of the different cities. Traveling … Continue reading Exploring Brighton and Beyond by Jimeace Bonaparte
Almost a month in the UK, and I absolutely love it. Choosing to study at the University of Sussex in Brighton, England, has been a wonderful experience so far. The first week of arrival was filled with amazing events, socializing, and meeting new people- no classes or coursework. I’ve also gotten to enjoy the rocky beach, and I honestly prefer it over sandy beaches. Furthermore, … Continue reading Life in Brighton and at the University of Sussex By Jimeace Bonaparte
My name is Jimeace Bonaparte and I am a Sophomore at CofC. I am a Biology major and a Medical Humanities minor. For the 2021 fall semester, I am studying abroad at the University of Sussex in Brighton, England. I chose this university because I have always wanted to travel to the UK, so I didn’t want to miss out on a great opportunity. I … Continue reading Introduction Blog by Jimeace Bonaparte
I decided to take a trip by myself to Paris for a couple days, as my school schedule lined up where I only had classes for two days straight. I had never been to France before, so I was very excited to visit somewhere new! When I landed, I immediately got on the train through to Paris and I first stepped out when I was … Continue reading Time in Paris by Edward Neal
One of the things I pride myself on is the ability to get around everywhere. I would definitely say I have mastered the British train system as well as the Underground in London. I know exactly which line to take to get near which spot or get to another connection in London, although I do prefer to spend my time walking above! Sometimes I would … Continue reading Transportation Knowledge by Edward Neal
