College Study Abroad Blog

I've only been here three weeks and I've already spent more time in the water here than I've spent this summer back in the US. Although the beach waters here...keep reading

Santiago has more or less become a second home for me. It's a city with experiences and livelihoods that most of us never quite have the chance to witness back...keep reading

Santiago, Dominican Republic, has a multitude of options for public transport. From taxis, Gua Guas (large public buses) and Uber, getting around the city is not overly difficult. What’s unique...keep reading

Vulnerability Fear. Lust. Grief. Contempt. Boredom. These are just some of the few emotions that we, humans, can feel. But out of the diverse gamut of fleeting experiences, I think...keep reading

It’s only Day 2 and I already love the Dominican Republic. Yes, the heat and bugs do get to you, but there are so many more things to love about...keep reading

I’ll give you my warning now, I’m an absolute history nerd. I live for knowing quirky history facts. But I know not everyone enjoys history so I’ll try to cover...keep reading

The majority of my classmates think I’m insane for only bringing a carry-on luggage and backpack with me for a two months study abroad program. To be honest, even I...keep reading

26 hours? ¿En serio? Yes, I’m absolutely serious. I left my home in San Diego, California at 2 pm on a Friday and didn’t arrive in Santiago, Dominican Republic until...keep reading