One Suitcase, Two Journeys
The first time I came to Spain, I packed one suitcase for one month. The second time, I packed one suitcase for life. I didn’t know it then, but the suitcase I carried to Seville as a high school exchange student would…
UT Education Abroad Blog
Inspiring Longhorns to Explore the World
UT Education Abroad Blog
Inspiring Longhorns to Explore the World
Category Faculty-Led Programs
Faculty-led programs are offered around the world and range from three to 10 weeks. On these programs, you are part of a group of UT students who take a course abroad taught by a UT faculty member.
Mind the Gap: How London Taught Me to Love My Own Company
Growing up, I was the kind of person who treated being alone like a personal failure. In other words, younger me always believed that every moment I spent by myself was another lost opportunity to make memories. Whether it was…
Summer in Spain
Pre-Spain As a first-generation student, I knew I had to be the first in my family to graduate from college and get a career. This means that I’ve always taken my academics seriously here at The University of Texas at Austin. By…
Studying Across the Pond: Finding Community Beyond the Classroom
One of the most enjoyable experiences of my educational journey has been the opportunity to study abroad. When I first came to Oxford, England, I’d prepared for the time zone difference and the transition to a new academic environment, and I expected…
Six Spectacular Experiences in Santander
When I told people I was studying abroad in Santander, Spain, this summer, they frequently asked about the larger cities, such as Madrid and Barcelona, which are more common destinations for students. Although less well-known, the city of Santander has plenty to…
Pura Vida: Slowing Down and Appreciating Life
Growing up in Texas, I became accustomed to a fast-paced lifestyle where my days were often filled with busy schedules and constant commitments. Between appointments, meetings, and responsibilities, I found myself always thinking about what was next. Oftentimes, I got so wrapped…
Saying Yes to the Pura Vida Life
¡Hola y pura vida! If you’re reading this and you’re still debating whether or not to study abroad, I was in your exact same shoes not too long ago. Wondering whether it’s really worth the money, whether you’ll make any friends because you don’t know anyone…
Lessons in Sustainable Living in Lisbon
For the past month and a half, I have been studying sustainability and environmental justice in Lisbon, Portugal. The classes I am taking cover a wide range of topics relating to sustainability and the environment, allowing me to learn more…
Getting Off The Veranda
“What is one experiment you might try this month?” Our guest speaker, a petite woman with a carrying voice, repeated the question several times during our self-reflection activity. Here’s what I wrote: “One small experiment I might try this month is…