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May 29, 2024, Filed Under: Global Ambassador

“Niceties” in France

The cost of France has a few ships in the clear, blue water and many colorful buildings situated off the coast line.

The independence associated with “university life” is commonly acknowledged as a period of self-discovery. It’s a time in one’s life when you enter the real world, free from the confines of your childhood. In this new, unfamiliar environment, you’re driven to develop interpersonally as you’ve never done before, amid a… read more 

January 31, 2024, Filed Under: Abroad and Beyond, Peer Notes

Study Abroad Success: Maximizing Your Credits Abroad

A girl in a green sweater is looking at her credit card with a phone in her hand. She is surrounded by books and a bookshelf.

Choosing classes for your study abroad program can initially seem like a daunting process. Many students believe they can’t satisfy their degree requirements during a study abroad program. Luckily, the resources provided by Education Abroad can ensure that students don’t have to delay graduation if they choose to study internationally.… read more 

December 6, 2023, Filed Under: Peer Notes, Programs

Credit for Study Abroad

A group of seven students pose for a photo on a hazy orange day with a mountain range behind them and a red flag flying high.

Choosing classes for your study abroad program can initially seem like a daunting process. Many students believe they can’t satisfy their degree requirements during an international program. Luckily, the resources provided by Education Abroad can ensure that study-abroad students will not have to delay graduation.   Know Your Type of… read more 

November 8, 2023, Filed Under: Abroad and Beyond, Peer Notes, Programs

Pre-Departure Travel Tips 

A group of students sit on a rock in front of a large lake and a mountain with snow in the distance.

Congratulations! You made it through the application process and have been accepted to your desired program. Are you ready to take the world by the horns? This post outlines a few things you must take care of before going abroad. You will see some steps to take that are listed… read more 

October 20, 2023, Filed Under: Abroad and Beyond, Global Ambassador

Faculty-Led Program in Guatemala and Belize

A student wearing a blue UT t-shirt kneels while overlooking ancient ruins.

Living and working near a UNESCO World Heritage Site, learning the Mayan history through first-hand experience with stunning archaeological sites, understanding colonial influence through renowned museums and traveling throughout two of Central America’s most culturally and environmentally rich nations. All of these opportunities await you in our Guatemala and Belize… read more 

October 13, 2023, Filed Under: Peer Notes, Programs

Happy National Hispanic Heritage Month

A city in Latin America on the coast with clear, blue water and businesses off the coast.

Every year from September 15 to October 15, we celebrate Hispanic heritage and culture in the United States. For this blog post, we are sharing stories from three Hispanic students about their unique study abroad experiences.    For our first story, we’ll be discussing Marco Pevia’s experience abroad in Brazil.… read more 

August 23, 2023, Filed Under: Global Ambassador

Glimpses of Guatemala

A group of students smile for a photo inside a school building after successfully completing their first day as student teachers

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 passing “tuk-tuks,” which are three-wheeled taxis, every day has been… read more 

August 4, 2023, Filed Under: Global Ambassador

Buen Provecho

The inside of a residential home has a titled porch that is covered by a roof and welcomes visitors before entering the door of a cream colored, one-story house.

“¡Buen provecho!” exclaimed Doña Dilia, my homestay mom, as she served us a steaming bowl of vegetable soup and a plate of tamales. The genuine warmth in her voice and the twinkle in her eyes encapsulated the essence of Guatemalan hospitality. “Buen provecho,” I replied, grateful for the delicious meal… read more 

July 19, 2023, Filed Under: Global Ambassador

Living in a Medieval City

Students wait in a crowded plaza and take a selfie to pass the time.

During my last night in Siena, I sat at Piazza di Campo and watched people pass by for one last time. Even at 11 p.m., it was full of life, with various couples sitting throughout the space, toddlers giggling as they ran from their parents and groups of friends listening… read more 

July 11, 2023, Filed Under: Global Ambassador

Summer in Copenhagen

Still water during sunset is a dark, deep blue. The sky is turning from blue to cream to slightly pink as the sun sets behind an illuminating building and small house that sits on the waterfront.

Getting acclimated It took a while to get comfortable in Denmark because it was so different from what I experienced in the U.S. Firstly, I rented a bike for my commute to class and around the city. The biking culture in Denmark is intense. Everyone seemed to be a professional… read more 

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