Geography of a Reorientation
Oriented It was the Opéra Garnier that welcomed me to Paris, at a moment when I thought of myself as well-oriented, perhaps more so than at any other point in my life. As I crossed the Place de l’Opéra, I…
UT Education Abroad Blog
Inspiring Longhorns to Explore the World
UT Education Abroad Blog
Inspiring Longhorns to Explore the World
Tag International Travel
Living, Learning, and Loving Korea: My Yonsei Adventure
When I first landed in Korea, it felt unreal. I kept reminding myself, “Ana, you really are here!” The streets, the sounds, the smells, and the way people interacted — everything was new. Walking around the city became my favorite…
My Growing Spanish Cheat Sheet: Comfortable Uncomfortability in Panama
When I picked my study abroad destination for the Take the World by the Horns program, I felt confident in my ability to adjust to Panama. I had four years of Spanish classes behind me, and growing up in Southern…
Cross-Cultural Connections in Panama
Hi y’all! I’m so thankful to be spending my first semester in Panama City, Panama. Our program is built on the idea of experiential learning, meaning we not only read about topics, but we’re also able to live them. It’s…
Things I Didn’t Know I Didn’t Know Until Studying Abroad
The plane doors had just closed, and it hit me — this was the first time I’d ever traveled alone. No family, no friends, just me and a plane ticket to Santander, Spain. I’d finished my first year at UT…
Logging Your Memories Abroad: Journaling and Scrapbooking Your Experience
When I first arrived in Paris, I felt a mix of excitement and apprehension. Every street was new, I was starting classes with unfamiliar faces, and every conversation in French was a challenge. I also found that I had a…
Tips for Connecting with Students While Abroad
Connecting with Your International Peers Be Friendly at Orientations You’re in a new country. You might not know anyone, and you really want to make some friends. The good news is that everyone in the room is feeling the same…
10 Do’s and Don’ts of Packing for Study Abroad
When you are studying abroad for an entire semester, you are bound to encounter a wide range of weather conditions. Especially in places with cold winters and warm summers, students need to bring clothes that are practical in any and…
Seven Things to Do in Copenhagen: A Student’s Guide to a Splendid Week
#1: Sail the Canals of Copenhagen The first thing on this list is to spend time on the waters of Copenhagen. I did this particular activity twice, in two different ways, because I loved the experience of being near the…