Inspiring Longhorns to Explore the World
Inspiring Longhorns to Explore the World
I have many times received — and never quite understood — the advice to “slow down” and “take a breath.” To me, this has always seemed like a waste of time and energy, a fake solution I was sold to fix…
After taking the opportunity to study abroad once, I have spent a lot of time thinking about where I would go if I had the chance to do it again. My first experience taught me how much you can grow…
I’ve always felt conflicted about visiting Thailand. On one hand, my favorite animals in the whole world are elephants — one of the most recognizable symbols in Thailand. However, I am also allergic to peanuts — one of Thailand’s most recognizable foods. But…
Hi! My name is Kamin, and I’m currently in Sicily, Italy, learning about the Mediterranean diet. The program I’m in is a coordinated program between the nutrition and classics departments at The University of Texas at Austin, where we are…
Before coming to Morocco, I thought I had a head start since I’m Egyptian. I grew up with Arabic as my first language, Islam shaping the rhythm of daily life, with the particular warmth of a culture that feeds you before it asks your…
Japan can feel like it is always moving forward. The packed morning trains, crowded crosswalks, and tightly filled schedules create a rhythm where stopping can almost feel like falling behind. There is an energy to it that is exciting, but also overwhelming…
Studying abroad is often described as exciting, transformative, and life-changing — and it truly is. But what people don’t always talk about as openly is homesickness. At some point, whether it’s during your first week or halfway through your program, you may feel that…
How much should I know about South Korea before deciding to study abroad? Aside from K-pop culture growing in popularity and the expansion of Korean skin care and cosmetics into American markets, there are definitely a few more things you…
From kabuki to AKB48, from The Tale of Genji to No Longer Human, from ancient katana to battleship Yamato — everyone carries a different picture of Japan. Mine just happens to be shaped like a sword. I first picked up…