College Study Abroad Blog
Active Filters:
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
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
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
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
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
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
My Favorite Unexpected Korean Dishes
Before I came to South Korea, whenever someone asked what I was most excited about, I always had the same answer: the food! What I didn’t know was that I... keep reading
Korean Music Festival Experience
One of my favorite experiences in South Korea so far has been going to a music festival. On May 3rd, I went to the Hipphopplaya Festival with my friend and... keep reading
Study Abroad - Madrid + Travel General Tips
By: Ella Clemens Travel within Spain as much as you can! Some of my best trips were throughout the country exploring the food, traditions, and people. Start an abroad journal... keep reading
Drinking Water in South Korea
There were surprisingly few culture shocks when I came to South Korea, but one that stood out the most to me was how water was served and accessed. It may... keep reading
Travelogue Across Japan! <2>
《This is Part 2 of Sofia's Travelogue. If you haven't read Part 1 yet, be sure to check it out first!》 Awajishima & Kagawa (Hyogo & Kagawa Prefectures, Kansai &... keep reading
Travelogue Across Japan! <1>
みなさん、こんにちは！ソフィアと申します！Hello everyone! My name is Sofia, and I am a junior from Denison University in Granville, Ohio, studying abroad in CIEE Kyoto’s Ancient & Modern Japan Program! I’ve had the... keep reading
The Bike Trip That Didn't Happen (Yet)
Written by Catherine Ripsteen student from Open Campus Spring Block 3 2025: The Bike Trip That Didn't Happen Date: 4/02/25 Copenhagen is consistently ranked as one of the world’s most... keep reading
Eating Away Homesickness
Even though it’s my second time living abroad—specifically in South Korea—that doesn’t make me immune to homesickness. Honestly, it sneaks up on you in the most unexpected ways. Sometimes, it’s... keep reading
Never Walk Barefoot on An Airplane (and Other Ways to Stay Healthy During Study Abroad)
Living abroad – even for a short while – will introduce you to a host of unfamiliar conditions. Depending on where you’re jetting off to, you might find the tap... keep reading