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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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…
Llave al Mundo: How Spanish Unlocked A Whole New World For Me
Right now, I’m in the heart of the mountainous cloud forest of the Tropical Andes in a small ecotourism town called Mindo, Ecuador. What’s crazy is that if you had told freshly graduated-from-high-school Kaitlin that I would be working a five-week internship fully in Spanish in…
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…
Unconventional Study Abroad Destinations You Might Not Have Considered
The world offers no shortage of destinations to consider when studying abroad. However, it seems that many students often favor the same Western European options. While Spain’s assortment of flavorful “tapas” and the romantic atmosphere of France land these countries…
A Longhorn in Mexico City
The serene view of clouds and the hum of the airplane were suddenly interrupted by the tone of the captain. “We are approaching Mexico City, prepare for landing,” he said. Curiously occupying the window, I eagerly started to look outside,…
Finding Peace in Fast-Paced Panama
A picture is worth a thousand words, but a moment is worth a lifetime. There have been so many moments since arriving in Panama during which I must pause and fully absorb my surroundings, snapshotting my experiences like photos in…