Category Abroad and Beyond

Figuring out where to go, preparation strategies before departure, exploration tips while you are abroad, and how to make the most of your experience once it is over.

A historical building is illuminated the color of an orange sunset against a setting blue sky.

My German Lifestyle

Abroad and Beyond College of Liberal Arts Colleges and Schools Countries Germany Global Ambassador

December 8, 2023

My first few weeks of classes have passed and I’m astonished at the fact that I don’t have any assignments to do yet. Part of me feels this is strange, as I am used to having assignments to complete before…

A flamenco show with a woman in red dances on stage against pink lights.

Learning Outside of the Classroom in Barcelona

Abroad and Beyond College of Natural Sciences Colleges and Schools Countries Exchange Programs Global Ambassador Spain

December 4, 2023

Pretty much since middle school I have been “go, go, go” nonstop. I love to learn and try new things, so I’ve always filled my schedule with as many different activities as possible. This always made me happy, but it…

Three shadows jump up while holding hands and on the beach as the sun sets.

Letting Go of Staying Dry in Panama

Abroad and Beyond College of Natural Sciences Colleges and Schools Costa Rica Countries Global Ambassador Panama

November 30, 2023

There is a point while living abroad where you have to give up on dry feet and let your socks get wet. Metaphorically, this means that there have been many points where I have had to step out of my…

Female student in white glasses and a white top studies a booklet while walking outside on a sunny day.

Drop-in Advising for Study Abroad Questions

Abroad and Beyond Peer Notes

November 28, 2023
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The process of planning your semester abroad can be daunting to handle alone. There’s a lot of information to know, and it can be hard to find all the helpful resources offered. But don’t fear: Our Peer Mentors are here!…

Wooden signs in Arabic facing two different ways on a highway overlooking a clear, blue sky and an ocean.

Tangier and Chefchaouen: Morocco’s Hidden Gems

Abroad and Beyond Affiliated Programs College of Liberal Arts Colleges and Schools Countries Global Ambassador Morocco

November 16, 2023

Wow. It doesn’t even feel like it’s been two months, but this semester has flown by. I genuinely feel like I’ve seen more of Morocco than I have seen of my home state of Texas. The classes I’m taking through…

A caled version of the exterior of the Hogwarts castle at Harry Potter Studios in London is lit in hues of dark blue and black. The building is snowy and looks like a magical winter wonderland.

Building Friendships in Britain

Abroad and Beyond College of Natural Sciences Colleges and Schools Countries England Exchange Programs Global Ambassador United Kingdom

November 10, 2023

One month into classes in a new country and I’ve never been in a more different school environment. Classes are almost every day, but I only have one or two daily. Instead of weekly homework assignments, I do a few…

A group of students sit on a rock in front of a large lake and a mountain with snow in the distance.

Pre-Departure Travel Tips

Abroad and Beyond Affiliated Programs Exchange Programs Faculty-Led Programs Peer Notes Programs

November 8, 2023

Congratulations! You made it through the application process and have been accepted to your desired program. Are you ready to take the world by the horns? This post outlines a few things you must take care of before going abroad.…

Two students stand back to back with one arm up in the air drawing the attention to the Eiffel Tower behind them while on a busy street in Paris.

One Day at a Time

Abroad and Beyond Colleges and Schools Countries Exchange Programs France Global Ambassador Italy Moody College of Communication

October 31, 2023

From Brussels to Barcelona and Amsterdam to Rome. A couple of hours by train is all it takes to travel from one country to another. Our weekends consist of booking last-minute trips to neighboring countries and putting together enough money…

A student wearing a blue UT t-shirt kneels while overlooking ancient ruins.

Faculty-Led Program in Guatemala and Belize

Abroad and Beyond Belize Countries Faculty-Led Programs Global Ambassador Guatemala May Term Summer Programs

October 20, 2023

Living and working near a UNESCO World Heritage Site, learning the Mayan history through first-hand experience with stunning archaeological sites, understanding colonial influence through renowned museums and traveling throughout two of Central America’s most culturally and environmentally rich nations. All…