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My Time in South Korea Attending Yonsei University: A Life-Changing Chapter
By: Zahrraa Al-Salman Studying abroad had always been a dream of mine—an opportunity to step outside of my comfort zone, immerse myself in a new culture, and deepen my understanding... keep reading
Seeing more: A road trip to Swakopmund, Namibia
Over the mid semester break at University of Botswana, I decided to go on a road trip with 11 other exchange students, several being from the United States, but there... keep reading
The French Resting Face
After being here for a month, I’ve learned a lot of things about the French way of life. As an American who is constantly in a fast-paced, “need to be... keep reading
Fashion in France: Effortless or an Artful Effort?
One of the first things I noticed walking along the cobblestone streets on Centreville, standing shoulder to shoulder on the metro, or being served at a p’tit resto, is that... keep reading
“Many First Times”: First-Gen’s First Time Abroad
The title might be a little misleading–I visited China when I was 4, but one of my only memories of it was that I was crying on the plane since... keep reading
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
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
Studying as an Athlete Abroad – Staying Active in Rennes
When I decided to spend my summer studying abroad in France, I had a lot of questions: Would I be able to speak French with my host family? Would the... keep reading
Navigating La Vie Française : French Ways of Thinking, Being, and Interacting
Aha ! I’ve arrived in France, and I can’t wait to start improving my French ! Little did I know, this experience would be about so much more than simply... keep reading
Navigating Your Identity in a New Cultural Context
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
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
I Got a Saju Reading So You Don't Have To
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
What I Wish I Knew Before Coming to Seoul
This post goes over some things I wish I knew before coming to Seoul, like cultural norms, apps to download, food, and packing tips!
No Crowds, No Small Talk, No Regrets: Studying in Estonia
This blog post comes from Caleb, our Spring 2025 student. During his semester abroad, Caleb interned at the International Centre for Defence and Security (ICDS), Estonia’s leading think tank focused... keep reading
A Day In Pyeongtaek: Finding Home Abroad
Located in Gyeonggi-do, about 70 kilometers or 44 miles south of Seoul is Pyeongtaek, a city rich in history. Before heading to Pyeongtaek, I didn’t know too much about this... keep reading