Inspiring Longhorns to Explore the World
Inspiring Longhorns to Explore the World
Why? For as long as I can remember, I have had dreams of leaving. I have always romanticized the idea of packing my life into boxes and introducing myself to the world. I wanted streets in different languages to know…
It feels cliché to hear someone tell you to “stop and smell the roses.” It’s the kind of line you skim past in a self-help book, not something you’re actually going to do. I mean, I don’t have time for…
From the moment I landed in Madrid for UT’s Evolution study abroad program, I had near-daily meetings, activities, and excursions that kept me on my toes. Meanwhile, I was battling jet lag and, at times, homesickness. One of my biggest…
Connecting with Your International Peers Be Friendly at Orientations You’re in a new country. You might not know anyone, and you really want to make some friends. The good news is that everyone in the room is feeling the same…
I’m riding on a bus from Seville to Cádiz, a Spanish coastal town, watching the hills pass by my window. As I stare out, I realize just how many buses I’ve boarded—and how far I’ve traveled—in the past few weeks. …
When you are studying abroad for an entire semester, you are bound to encounter a wide range of weather conditions. Especially in places with cold winters and warm summers, students need to bring clothes that are practical in any and…
As my train sped away from Vienna for the last time, the city slowly fading into the background, I sat in front of my laptop, my fingers hovering over the keyboard, unsure how to begin capturing the past few weeks.…
During this faculty-led trip to Ireland, my friends have pointed out that I must say, “I love this country” at least five times a day. Honestly, they’re right. Studying abroad has brought me so much joy. The air feels lighter…
#1: Sail the Canals of Copenhagen The first thing on this list is to spend time on the waters of Copenhagen. I did this particular activity twice, in two different ways, because I loved the experience of being near the…