College Study Abroad Blog
My Inner Investigator: Endless Exploration in Tallinn & Beyond
I could be an internet detective—I’m good at finding things, and occasionally doomscrolling. I usually doomscroll Instagram reels, but at 3 in the morning, I end up on LinkedIn or... keep reading
The experience as a whole
If you told me 3 months ago how much my outlook on life has changed after this experience, I wouldn’t have believed you. My decision to spend my summer in... keep reading
French Cuisine and Food Culture
What do you picture when you think of French cuisine? Croissants, crêpes, wine, and maybe escargot? During my stay in Rennes, I’ve gotten the chance to experience French cuisine and... keep reading
7 Reasons to Study Abroad in Amsterdam
By: Iravati Deo Chadha Studying abroad is one of the best decisions I have made in my college career, and I know I chose the right city. Amsterdam is lively... keep reading
Chosen Family
By: Cayla Canney G’Day! My name is Cayla Canney, and I studied with CIEE Sydney for Blocks I and II in Sydney Australia and I truly could not have had... keep reading
A Culinary Journey Through Madrid
By: Hayley Bloch Madrid is a city known for its vibrant food scene, offering an array of flavors that range from traditional Spanish dishes to modern, international delights. Throughout my... keep reading
Studying Abroad in Barcelona: A Semester of Learning, Exploring, and Growing
By: Addison Paquin Spending a semester abroad in Barcelona was one of the most impactful and exciting experiences of my college journey. Between five fascinating classes, weekend adventures across Europe... keep reading
What No One Tells You About Grocery Shopping Abroad
By: Lalitha Viswanthan Some of the struggles I have experienced during study abroad revolve around food: buying groceries, meal prepping, ensuring that none of my produce goes bad before I... keep reading
The challenges and benefits of having your natural family in Rennes.
If you are anything like me, change is scary. Thus, it should come at no surprise that when I arrived at the airport for my flight to Rennes, I was... keep reading
3 Countries in a Span of 4 Days? Challenge Accepted!
By: Leo Madera Studying abroad in Madrid has given me the chance to explore Europe in ways I never imagined. My most exciting trips were done in a span of... keep reading
Running in Sevilla!
By: Olivia Benedict Moving to a new city can be exciting for runners, with so many new routes to post about on Strava. But, if you’re like me, sometimes it... keep reading
From Snow to Sand: 5 Moments That Shaped My Study Abroad Experience
By: Marissa Garcia When I first arrived in Barcelona, I didn’t know just how much I would grow—not just professionally through my internship, but personally through the moments in between... keep reading
Interesting, unexpected experiences in Rennes
I always knew that visiting a foreign country included culture shock. I love learning about new traditions and cultures, so I was ready to step out of my comfort zone... keep reading
5 Reasons to Say Yes to a Homestay Abroad
By: Hosanna Assefa I was in the middle of eating my lunch in the dining hall when I received that daunting email. “ CIEE Barcelona Housing Survey Due Tonight!” the... keep reading
Meet Your Academic Coordinator!
Hi everyone! My name is Michi Fukushima, and I’m your Academic Coordinator here at CIEE Kyoto. Thank you for stopping by to read my blog—I’m excited to finally introduce myself... keep reading