Finding Your Rhythm Abroad
Now seven weeks into my time in Mexico City, Mexico, I can say assuredly that it was the right decision for me. While I do frequently miss my family, friends, and life in Austin, I know the experiences I have…
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Inspiring Longhorns to Explore the World
UT Education Abroad Blog
Inspiring Longhorns to Explore the World
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Studying Abroad as a Pre-Med or Nursing Student: How to Make It Work
When I first thought about studying abroad as a nursing student, it did not feel realistic. My schedule already felt full of prerequisite courses, volunteering, and trying to stay on track to start clinicals. It can feel like there is no room 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…
Friends Abroad: Old and New!
Deep within the iMessage archives, thousands of group travel plans lie abandoned, killed by scheduling conflicts, logistical challenges, and budget disputes. But those group chat dreams don’t have to go abandoned… consider studying abroad! Going Abroad with Friends You absolutely can go abroad with friends;…
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…
Leaving a Piece of My Heart in Kraków
The moment I got accepted into the SPICE Communications Program in Erfurt, Germany, I knew I had to take a trip to Kraków, Poland. I’ve always had a deep appreciation for history, and it wasn’t until I sat down to…
The Details That Change Everything
A single misplaced word in a residency filing can change what happens to someone’s entire life plan. That was one of the first lessons my internship taught me, and it’s the one I keep returning to. This summer, I worked as a legal…
Spain Without Pain: Embracing the Uncomfortable
Studying biology and French at The University of Texas at Austin is a dream come true. I’ve developed so much as a person over the past two years as a Longhorn. However, I recently caught myself running in the rat race of…