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My Time in Barcelona

By College Study Abroad Ambassador at CIEE

By: Emmelina Clark Studying abroad is a once-in-a-lifetime experience— My mom has talked about her abroad experience since I was a child. It is something I had dreamed about for... keep reading

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Navigating Your Identity in a New Cultural Context

By CIEE Rennes at CIEE

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

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From Boulder to Madrid: What Study Abroad Taught Me About Life + Marketing

By College Study Abroad Ambassador at CIEE

By: Hannah Boday As I begin this blog post, I wanted to start off by introducing myself a little bit. My name is Hannah Boday and I am a current... keep reading

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How Studying Abroad Changed My Life

By College Study Abroad Ambassador at CIEE

By: Mackenzie Murphy Moving abroad was always a dream of mine. I spent years researching programs, carefully choosing a school with a strong study abroad program and looking forward to... keep reading

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Berlin, Emotions, and Finding Myself

By College Study Abroad Ambassador at CIEE

By: Elizabeth Prieto Studying Abroad is a daunting task. At times, it can be extremely lonely and overwhelming. But luckily, CIEE is an exceptional program that has the utmost care... keep reading

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Two Cities, One Life-Changing Semester

By College Study Abroad Ambassador at CIEE

By: Emma Ortiz Studying abroad is a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity to step out of your comfort zone, experience new cultures, and grow academically and personally. I had the chance to study... keep reading

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Bonjour France ! :)

By CIEE Rennes at CIEE

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

From Midterms to Mosh Pits: Turning 21 at EDC Korea

By Aishah B.

Electric Daisy Carnival or EDC is a vibrant international music festival with editions all over the world, the biggest being the neon-drenched, glitter-bombed madness in Las Vegas. But did you... keep reading

I Got a Saju Reading So You Don't Have To

By Aishah B.

Aside from a few tarot readings from friends and reviewing each others’ astrological birth charts, I’ve had little to no professional experience with “fortune telling.” I’d only heard of Saju... keep reading

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My Experience Studying Abroad in Madrid

By College Study Abroad Ambassador at CIEE

By: Keaton Jones Studying abroad in Madrid has been an incredible experience. I’m living in Chamberí, a residential neighborhood that’s been the perfect place to call home. It’s super accessible... keep reading

A Week of Celebration: Yonsei's Muak Festival

By Olivia Farley

Last week, Yonsei University's Sinchon campus transformed into a vibrant hub of culture, music, and community during the 2025 Muak Festival, held from May 27 to May 30 . As... keep reading

Experiencing Kai’s ‘KAION’ Solo Concert in Seoul

By Olivia Farley

On May 18, 2025, I experienced something I’ll never forget—Kai’s first-ever solo concert, KAION, held at the Olympic Handball Gymnasium in Seoul. As a huge fan of Kai’s solo music... keep reading

Homesickness, Growth, and Going Home: Reflecting on My Semester Abroad

By Mia P.

As my semester at Yonsei University comes to an end, I find myself reflecting on the journey that I have had, not just across the world, but within myself. From... keep reading

Balancing Academics and Adventure: My Experience at Yonsei

By Mia P.

As my semester abroad at Yonsei University in Seoul comes to a close, I’ve been reflecting on what has made this experience both rewarding and challenging. Coming from Bentley University... keep reading

Small Regrets As I Transition Out Of My Study Abroad Experience

By Promise A.

D-23. Just 23 days left. As my time in this study abroad experience is coming to an end, I’ve found myself in waves of reflection. There have been moments recently... keep reading