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Navigating Your Identity in a New Cultural Context
Taking the leap into living in a brand new cultural environment can stir up many unasked questions and unforeseen emotions about who you are as a person. Getting onto the... keep reading
Bonjour France ! :)
Le weekend de mon voyage était un peu différent qu’un normal weekend. 🙂 J’ai fait beaucoup à Paris, avant d’arriver à Rennes pour commencer mes études ! Je suis arrivée... keep reading
Sick in France : an opportunity to reflect on the healthcare system
Getting sick while studying abroad is never part of the plan, but it became an unexpected learning experience for me in France. While it was stressful in the moment, it... keep reading
Hosting Loved Ones in France
When my mom came during our winter break, we traveled together to Paris, Annecy, and Nice. It was a week full of slow mornings, long afternoons at coffee shops, and... keep reading
Première rencontre avec une personne inconnue à Rennes / My first interaction with a stranger in Rennes
«T’as pas froid ?» dit une voix venant de ma droite. «…» le temps de comprendre que quelqu’un me parle. «Me–euh moi ? Non, il fait pas trop mauvais pour... keep reading
Ajustement Culturel : L’Importance De Saisir Une Autre Culture
I prefer to use the term “adjustment” rather than “shock” when it comes to integrating yourself into a new culture. “Adjustment” comes with a more positive connotation that implies that... keep reading
Une forêt en marbre : une réflexion sur Omaha Beach pendant notre excursion en Normandie
Il y a quelques semaines, le groupe de CIEE a eu la chance de visiter Omaha Beach, plus précisément le cimetière militaire américain à Colleville-sur-Mer. Il est situé au sommet... keep reading
Weekend excursion in "La Vallée de la Loire"
During early October, the group visited the Loire Valley for our first overnight trip. Personally, I was most excited for this trip because throughout my time in high school and... keep reading
“Frenchgiving” in Rennes
Thanksgiving, an American holiday celebrated on the fourth Thursday of November, was celebrated not only in America this year, but also in France, as my American friends and I brought... keep reading
Rennes Unexpected Fashion Scene
When one thinks of fashion and France their mind automatically goes towards Paris. This makes sense, as Paris is home to many iconic fashion brands like Yves Saint Laurent, Chanel... keep reading