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Students posing in front of the Eiffel Tower during the sunrise in Paris.

A Move to Paris

Colleges and Schools Countries Exchange Programs France Global Ambassador Moody College of Communication

September 12, 2023

A fear of leaving home, of language barriers, of making new friends and of meeting new people. Every single day. These are a few fears that would overtake me before I moved abroad. When I arrived in Paris, I had…

Partly cloudy skies on a blue, sunny day in Australia. A coastline is in the background as shrubs and greenery with pink, red, and yellow flowers are in the foreground.

From Australia to America: Cross-Ocean Communication

Abroad and Beyond Australia Colleges and Schools Countries Exchange Programs Global Ambassador School of Architecture

September 8, 2023

I write this post from Seven Mile Beach National Park in Gerroa, Australia. I have no cell service and highly unreliable cellular data, essentially off-grid. Most other times I wouldn’t mind a getaway to nature, especially one that involves two…

The view of a city and it's coast line from an airplane window.

Bridging Boundaries: A Transformative Journey from Houston to Tel Aviv

College of Liberal Arts Colleges and Schools Countries Global Ambassador Global Career Launch Internships Abroad Israel Summer Programs

August 25, 2023

As an American student, I always dreamed of experiencing life beyond the familiar borders of my homeland. Little did I know that my summer internship in Tel Aviv would not only provide me with a chance to explore a new…

Glimpses of Guatemala

College of Liberal Arts Colleges and Schools Countries Faculty-Led Programs Global Ambassador Guatemala Summer Programs

August 23, 2023

As my first month in Antigua, Guatemala comes to an end, I find myself strolling down memory lane, reminiscing about the magical moments I’ve experienced. From my initial footsteps on the charming cobblestone streets to the splashes of water from…

The back of a woman during their walk down a paved sidewalk with many trees lining the walkway. The woman wears a traditional Korean skirt and holds a black umbrella.

The End of An Age: Turning 20 in Korea

Abroad and Beyond Affiliated Programs College of Liberal Arts Colleges and Schools Countries Global Ambassador South Korea Summer Programs

August 18, 2023

Three days after I landed in Seoul, the populace around me suddenly became a couple of years younger. In South Korea, you are considered to be 1 on the day of your birth, and you continue to gain a year…

A large green mountain stands tall in the back of a green area with many trees and short grass.

Discovering South Korea

College of Liberal Arts Colleges and Schools Countries Exchange Programs Global Ambassador South Korea Summer Programs

August 16, 2023

Leaving home changes you. After deciding to leave Brazil to study in Texas, I learned that changing our environment can shape who we are, the decisions we make and the people we strive to be. And now, my decision to…

An old, European town is the focal point as the street is bustling with locals crossing the streets, cars crowding the intersections and outdoor seating being enjoyed by all.

Preparing to Study Abroad? Here’s What You Should Pack

Abroad and Beyond Peer Notes

August 14, 2023

Before embarking on your study abroad adventure, your preparations will include packing, of course. Packing is a crucial step that is often overlooked until the last minute, but it should be considered with extreme importance. Making sure you pack the…

A small, handmade boat floats on top of still water. Dark grey mountains stand tall in the background behind a cloudy sky.

Shanghai Serenade

Abroad and Beyond China College of Liberal Arts Colleges and Schools Countries Exchange Programs Global Ambassador Summer Programs

August 3, 2023

After six long years and a global pandemic, I was back in China. I arrived in Shanghai two days before my academic program began to get adjusted to the city that I would call home for the summer. East China…

Wide view of an old building that looks like a castle on top of a small hill. A dark sky is overhead.

Mentally Preparing for Studying Abroad

Abroad and Beyond Peer Notes

August 2, 2023

As you prepare to embark on your study abroad journey, your mind will be swarmed with mixed emotions. In certain moments, you will experience insurmountable excitement as you visualize yourself studying and living in the magical country you’ve chosen. However,…