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The Magic of Fate and the Importance of Living with a Host Family Abroad
By: Jacie Hall While I reflect on my time studying abroad, a year later, I cannot help but to believe that fate is real and some things in life are... 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
Life With A Host Family In Madrid
By: Riley Schmidt Madrid has quickly become a large part of my life and a place that I have learned to cherish with all my heart. I have met many... keep reading
5 Essential Tips for Living with a Host Family in Spain
By: Abigail Walz Living with a host family is one of the most unique and rewarding aspects of studying abroad. It offers an incredible opportunity to immerse yourself in 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 Just Wanted to Watch Football ― How I Ended Up Learning English
Hi everyone, and thank you for visiting my blog! My name is Amika, and I’m currently working with the High School Study Abroad programs, preparing for the upcoming summer programs... keep reading
Kyoto Article
Authored by Oscar Alvarez One of the most challenging parts of studying abroad is choosing the location to study in. I did one block in Argentina, another in Germany, and... keep reading
Le développement durable: Un mode de vie à Rennes!
Studying abroad in Rennes, France, has given me a new perspective on sustainable development beyond any textbook definition. Even as a sustainability major, I am constantly humbled by the neverending... keep reading
Vive la Bretagne! Les premières semaines de mon semestre à Rennes !
Avant de décider d’étudier en France pour le semestre, je n’avais jamais habité dans un autre pays des États-Unis. J’étais vraiment confortable avec mon pays, mais je pense que j’avais... keep reading
My Summer Story with CIEE Shanghai | Shanghai feels like a second home
By ELIZABETH ANNE MEYER, CIEE Shanghai Summer 2024 ACL 大家好！我是Liz，我的中文名字叫马风明。2024年夏天，我来到上海学习中文两个月。我探索了上海的许多地标，我非常感谢在华东师范大学学习！ 很难相信我的旅行快结束了! Studying abroad in Shanghai was an unforgettable experience that deeply enriched my understanding of Chinese language and culture. Immersed... keep reading
Botswana Braais: The Heartbeat of Social Unions
Authored by: Ruby Pitinyane Botswana, a country known for its quality beef production, vast landscapes and rich cultural heritage, holds a special place for the tradition of braais. A braai... keep reading
Izzy: “ Living with a host family is knowing that you always have support with the perspective of a local”
Izzy Alexander is one of our students that participated on the program “January in Berlin 2024”. She is originally from North Carolina, and currently is studying English, German, and Linguistics... keep reading
My Homestay Experience in Japan
Authored by Hanson Dai, CIEE Kyoto Open Campus Block II Fall 2023 Short, but sweet. Although cliche, this phrase effectively summarizes my homestay experience in Japan. By living with a... keep reading
“Petits” Discoveries Every Day
Language is a tool that opens a door for you to explore a new culture, people, tradition, and more. Its acquisition can take any method: studying grammar and vocabulary by... keep reading
A Day in My Life in Rennes, France
When I decided to study abroad in France, something I had always dreamed of doing, I knew that my life here would be a lot different than what I was... keep reading