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How To Be Alone: A Solo-Adventuring Guide

By Sogna L.

At home, I am the type of person that deeply values the time I am able to spend with myself. A typical “I”, I appreciate and value my ability to... keep reading

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My First Month in Korea – Food and Desserts!

By Emily C.

Traveling to a new country means immersing yourself in the new culture. The most obvious and easy way to do this is through food. As I am settling into my... keep reading

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From CIEE

Mes expériences d'études à l’étranger en tant que femme transgenre

By CIEE Rennes at CIEE

Je voudrais commencer par dire que je parlerais seulement de mes propres expériences : je suis quelqu’un qui n’a pas encore fait la transition légale ni physique, et j’ai la... keep reading

Owen
From CIEE

Participating in an activity in Rennes

By CIEE Rennes at CIEE

One of my favorite things about Rennes has been some of the great things I’ve gotten to do with the community here, all of the activities that are possible at... keep reading

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From CIEE

Connecting with Family and Why Go Abroad: Emilia Esseln after two Semesters in Berlin!

By CIEE Berlin at CIEE

One of our Open Campus students, Emilia Esseln, shares her experiences after study at CIEE Berlin for nearly two semesters!

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From CIEE

Strikes and Protests

By CIEE Rennes at CIEE

Some of the first things you probably thought about when you were considering life in France are the strikes and protests. And while it is true that the French are... keep reading

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From CIEE

The 13 Best Gifts for a Study Abroad Student in 2026

By College Study Abroad at CIEE

Are you looking for the best gifts to give someone traveling abroad? Perhaps you need to find some study abroad gifts for a student planning to study overseas. You've come... keep reading

Camille
From CIEE

TEFL (Teaching English as a Foreign Language)

By CIEE Rennes at CIEE

What’s my favorite part of academics while studying abroad through CIEE, you ask? Why, TEFL, of course! TEFL, which stands for Teaching English as a Foreign Language, is a semester-long... keep reading

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From CIEE

Stage d'enseignement

By CIEE Rennes at CIEE

Pendant ces dernières semaines, j’ai fait un stage de pédagogie et d'enseignement avec des élèves en école primaire. Pour la première séance, j’ai observé le cours pour apprendre comment la... keep reading

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From CIEE

How Much do Internships Abroad Cost?

By College Study Abroad at CIEE

In today’s globalized world, internships abroad have become invaluable to students’ future careers – essential, even. International experience offers life-changing outcomes from personal growth to professional training to exposure to... keep reading

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From CIEE

How to Get an Internship Abroad: 4 Easy Steps

By College Study Abroad at CIEE

@cieestudyabroad How to get an internship abroad in 4 easy steps! Click the link in our bio to get started! #cieestudyabroad #ciee #studyabroad #internship #intern #internabroad #howtofindaninternship #summerinternship #college #careeradvice... keep reading

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From CIEE

Study Abroad vs. Internship: Which is Better?

By College Study Abroad at CIEE

You’ve likely heard about study abroad vs. internship programs – two incredibly rewarding opportunities to immerse yourself in a new culture while gaining valuable experiences. But which path should you... keep reading

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From CIEE

Top 10 Arabic Slang Words & Phrases You Must Know

By College Study Abroad at CIEE

If you plan to study abroad in Jordan or the United Arab Emirates (UAE), you’ll want to pick up some of the official language spoken in both countries: Arabic. While... keep reading

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From CIEE

A Day In My Life!

By CIEE Rennes at CIEE

Welcome to a day in my life in Rennes, France! Different from my more routine college life in the States, each day in Rennes looks a little different for me... keep reading

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From CIEE

CIEE Study Abroad Housing Options: Everything You Need to Know

By College Study Abroad at CIEE

If you’re considering a study abroad program, it’s likely that you’re also thinking about your housing options! While you’re anticipating exciting courses and foreign country exploration, having a better understanding... keep reading