Sampling Various Parts of Japan
Studying abroad in Tokyo as a Global Ambassador at The University of Texas at Austin means having an idea of what to write for your blog post and then completely changing it up the day of in response to yet…
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Inspiring Longhorns to Explore the World
UT Education Abroad Blog
Inspiring Longhorns to Explore the World
Tag International Travel
Homesickness While You’re Abroad: Finding Comfort Far from Home
Studying abroad is often described as exciting, transformative, and life-changing — and it truly is. But what people don’t always talk about as openly is homesickness. At some point, whether it’s during your first week or halfway through your program, you may feel that…
Letting the Wind Take Me: Beginnings in Taipei, Taiwan
Greetings from Taipei, Taiwan! I have now been in Taipei for a little over three weeks, and I am learning to balance my studies with time to explore all the exciting places this city has to offer. As a junior studying international relations,…
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,…
I Can’t Believe Double-Decker Busses Are Real
I’ve been in London for about half a month now, and if I am being honest, it’s been one of the most surreal experiences of my life. Being here has taught me so much about myself and the world around…
International Flights: A Few Things I Wish I Had Known
Before I dive in, I want to preface by saying that I’m writing this post from personal experience while studying abroad, combined with a lot of trial and error (and Google searches). If you’re preparing for your own study abroad…