• Skip to main content
  • Skip to primary sidebar
UT Shield
Education Abroad logo

Sydney

October 26, 2023, Filed Under: Global Ambassador

Expectations, Reality and Surprises of Australia

The skyline of Sydney, Australia at sunset illuminates hues of orange, yellow, and red against a partly-cloudy sky.

Expectations (Myths)  1. There Are Wild Animals Roaming the Streets  I have been here nearly three months and have yet to see a kangaroo, a koala, a scorpion or a snake. This is partly because I still need to visit the zoo, but no, they do not roam the streets… read more 

September 8, 2023, Filed Under: Abroad and Beyond, Global Ambassador

From Australia to America: Cross-Ocean Communication

Partly cloudy skies on a blue, sunny day in Australia. A coastline is in the background as shrubs and greenery with pink, red, and yellow flowers are in the foreground.

I write this post from Seven Mile Beach National Park in Gerroa, Australia. I have no cell service and highly unreliable cellular data, essentially off-grid.  Most other times I wouldn’t mind a getaway to nature, especially one that involves two days of surfing. But being abroad heavily involves digital communication,… read more 

May 17, 2016, Filed Under: Colleges and Schools, Peer Notes

“Sooo… what’s the next step after graduation?”

stamps

It’s down to three days until graduation, and for most of us peer advisors, study abroad has greatly impacted the plans we have after walking the stage. As a reminder, peer advisors are available Monday through Friday from 9-5 during the semester and 12-3 during the summer on a walk-in… read more 

July 16, 2015, Filed Under: Abroad and Beyond

Under Down Under

While I was abroad, many asked me “Why Tasmania?” During your program search you will be faced with many questions that will help you make the final decision on choosing which program is best fit for you. Through independent research, advice from your peers and personal interests you will create your ideal experience… read more 

April 14, 2015, Filed Under: Horns Meet World

“Food is the Best Part of Study Abroad” – Longhorn Anna-Marie in Sydney

Horns meet World. World meet Anna-Marie. We’ve got an awesome blog developing right before our eyes! Anna-Marie Pratas is currently abroad at the University of Sydney, in Australia. Anna Says: “My appreciation of the vast variety of food available has definitely not declined since classes started. So far my favorite… read more 

Primary Sidebar

View Posts by Month

Subscribe

Join our mailing list for the latest updates!

Loading

Explore Abroad

Visit Educaton Abroad at Texas Global and begin your adventure today by browsing over 400 study abroad programs.

UT Home | Emergency Information | Site Policies | Web Accessibility | Web Privacy | Adobe Reader

© The University of Texas at Austin 2025