So the semester abroad has ended; you’ve turned in that final essay, that final project. Freedom at last! Meaning that it’s the glorious time to strap your entire closet and two suitcases to your back and start exploring… until you realize that you’d like to travel without breaking your spine.… read more
Abroad and Beyond
UT Phone Home
Fortunately, it’s not 1982 anymore and you don’t have to light your glowing finger beacon to communicate with your family and friends while you’re abroad; though, I can’t promise you it won’t feel like another planet. So, here are 5 apps you can use instead of extra terrestrial phalangeal luminescence to… read more
Deja Food
While I was in Paris, I was on one mission and one mission only: Find a McDonald’s and order a Royal with Cheese (sorry Parisians). For those of you who aren’t familiar with the opening monologue of Tarantino’s 1994 day-in-the-life style, L.A. underground film, a Royal with Cheese is the European… read more
Five “Must-Haves” to Carry On
If you’re like me, the thought of being on an airplane for 24 hours does not sound appealing whatsoever. So, in order to make your flight much more enjoyable, there are a few things you’ll want to pack before you break your personal record for time spent in the same seat!… read more
So You’ve Got An International Roommate…
As college students, most of us have experienced what it is like to live with roommates. We have had our fair share of arguments and nights out on the town together, but initially we all have doubts about living with a complete stranger. When you add studying abroad to the formula, it’s a… read more
Top Ten Pieces of Advice From Your STAMP Team
If you found yourself asking what “Your STAMP Team” is, don’t rush to google just yet. Your STAMP team is the team available to you as mentors for study abroad; STAMP stands for Study Abroad Mentor Program and you can learn more about advising here. Basically, we’re your one-stop shop… read more
Faculty Led vs. Exchange: Which is Best for You?
They say that if you are hesitant about studying abroad, your first trip should be a faculty-led maymester or summer program. After that trip, your feet would be wet enough in the traveling field that you will then want to participate in an exchange program of your choice. My journey… read more
Sprechen Sie die Sprache: Language learning tips while abroad
Of the many reasons to study abroad, one is definitely to learn a foreign language. Chances are, if you’re reading this, you’ve heard about language immersion being one of the most effective ways to learn a language. For many countries, simply being in the country requires you to speak the… read more
Under Down Under
While I was abroad, many asked me “Why Tasmania?” During your program search you will be faced with many questions that will help you make the final decision on choosing which program is best fit for you. Through independent research, advice from your peers and personal interests you will create your ideal experience… read more
Fitting in, in Freiburg, Germany
PRE-DEPARTURE STATS Anyone preparing to study abroad is familiar with this question: Where should I go? In response, people such as myself, other peer advisors, and your program coordinator will help guide you to your decision based on a variety of factors including financial, academic, language, etc. Friends will offer… read more