An Irish Hello
As I looked out the plane window at the beginnings of Ireland, I couldn’t help but feel a sense of apprehension. Studying in Ireland had been a talking point for me during the past two semesters, and it had always felt so…
UT Education Abroad Blog
Inspiring Longhorns to Explore the World
UT Education Abroad Blog
Inspiring Longhorns to Explore the World
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Stop and Smell the Peonies: Embracing the Unfamiliar While Abroad
Being a first-generation college student typically comes with its own challenges in navigating the college system, from the initial university application to making the decision to study abroad. Embarking on this journey as the first in my family to study abroad has…
Greece: Finding Comfort in the Unknown
Greece is famous for many reasons: the Santorini blue-and-white houses, olive oil, and, of course, ancient ruins. Before coming here, I associated those kinds of things with Greece. But my time studying abroad here has made me realize Greece is…
New Folks—Who is this? Managing Cross-Cultural Ideas with a Host Family
Living with a host family offers an unparalleled opportunity to experience a new culture and to practice a new language, but it can also seem daunting. Living in a new country comes with navigating new spaces, unfamiliar languages, and different cultural expectations,…
Amo Madrid
This past semester, I had the privilege of studying abroad at IE University in Madrid, Spain. Over the last six months, immersing myself in a new culture has taught me so much about adaptability and personal growth. Academically, I focused…
Oxfordian Insights
Hi from Oxford! I’ve been studying abroad at Hertford College, University of Oxford, for about 6 months now. Initially, I was here for only one semester, but I ultimately decided to extend my stay and remain for the whole academic year. If you are…
It Will Be Imperfect —and Yet, It Is All Worth It
Greetings, y’all! Wow, it has been too long since I’ve had the opportunity to greet my fellow Longhorns. I’ve spent nearly two months adjusting to student life at the University of Navarra (UNAV) in Pamplona, Spain — and now I…
Mom in Madrid
After my mom learned a work trip would bring her to London, she decided to come see me in Madrid. A quick, two-day visit, far out enough that I would probably live a thousand lives before she arrived. Thus, the…
Be Where Your Feet Are: Lessons Learned During My First Month in Madrid
On February 5, I officially marked the end of my first month studying here in Madrid. The past month has been filled with adventure, lessons, character building, incredible people and experiences, and I wouldn’t change a thing. Every missed metro,…