Managing Parents
As an only child and the daughter of immigrant parents, studying abroad was a daunting idea for me. Especially since I had only completed my first semester of freshman year when I decided to apply. Everything around me felt big…
UT Education Abroad Blog
Inspiring Longhorns to Explore the World
UT Education Abroad Blog
Inspiring Longhorns to Explore the World
Category Peer Notes
Reflections on specific experiences from our Peer Advisors that truly made their trip unique.
International Flights: A Few Things I Wish I Had Known
Before I dive in, I want to preface by saying that I’m writing this post from personal experience while studying abroad, combined with a lot of trial and error (and Google searches). If you’re preparing for your own study abroad…
Logging Your Memories Abroad: Journaling and Scrapbooking Your Experience
When I first arrived in Paris, I felt a mix of excitement and apprehension. Every street was new, I was starting classes with unfamiliar faces, and every conversation in French was a challenge. I also found that I had a…
Tips for Connecting with Students While Abroad
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…
10 Do’s and Don’ts of Packing for Study Abroad
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…
The Joys and Jolts of Holidays in Spain
If you’re going to Spain for the spring semester, you might arrive during Epiphany! Like many holidays in the predominantly Catholic country, Epiphany is deeply rooted in Catholic tradition. Epiphany, or Three Kings Day, celebrates the day the three wise…
Exploring Postgraduate Opportunities Abroad
Graduation marks the beginning of a new chapter filled with possibilities. For students at The University of Texas at Austin who have an insatiable desire to explore the world (or feel they missed out on studying abroad during their undergraduate…
Subletting for Studying Abroad
Studying abroad is an incredible opportunity to immerse yourself in a new culture, broaden your global perspective, and advance your academic goals. But with all the excitement of preparing for your time abroad, one major logistical challenge can arise: What…
Slow Tourism: Creating Lasting Connections While Studying Abroad
Studying abroad isn’t just about how many destinations you check off your bucket list; it’s about how deeply you experience the place you call home for a semester or full academic year. The most meaningful memories often come from immersing…