Inspiring Longhorns to Explore the World
Inspiring Longhorns to Explore the World
I’ve always felt conflicted about visiting Thailand. On one hand, my favorite animals in the whole world are elephants — one of the most recognizable symbols in Thailand. However, I am also allergic to peanuts — one of Thailand’s most recognizable foods. But…
Hi! My name is Kamin, and I’m currently in Sicily, Italy, learning about the Mediterranean diet. The program I’m in is a coordinated program between the nutrition and classics departments at The University of Texas at Austin, where we are…
Since starting my study abroad in London through the “Social Justice and Social Change: A Critical International Perspective” course, I have been asked many times, “Why are you studying abroad in the United Kingdom? Aren’t you from here?” I was born in…
Leading up to my time studying abroad, all I could think about was being in a foreign country where everything and everyone would be unfamiliar. I was worried that, since I don’t speak any Spanish, I would feel disconnected from the community…
Just like everyone else, I stare off the edge of the boat. Sea breeze flittering through our hair, all eyes transfixed on the rock formation that sits just in front of us. As we ebb and flow with the wind,…
When I decided to go abroad to study social work in the United Kingdom, I never thought the biggest thing I would be doing would be self-reflection. Each day, our class participates in two activities, ranging from archival tours to scavenger hunts.…
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…
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…
Before coming to Morocco, I thought I had a head start since I’m Egyptian. I grew up with Arabic as my first language, Islam shaping the rhythm of daily life, with the particular warmth of a culture that feeds you before it asks your…