College Study Abroad Blog

During early October, the group visited the Loire Valley for our first overnight trip. Personally, I was most excited for this trip because throughout my time in high school and... keep reading

Thanksgiving, an American holiday celebrated on the fourth Thursday of November, was celebrated not only in America this year, but also in France, as my American friends and I brought... keep reading

At the Yonsei Club Fair, I stumbled upon the Lacrosse Club table, and instantly decided to join, despite having an ACL injury that prevented me from fully participating. Along with a friend, I signed up, and it turned out to be one of the best decisions I made during my time in Korea. While I couldn’t fully play, the team offered me the chance to interact with a diverse group of people—Korean students, international students, and fellow exchange students. The team leaders communicated in both Korean and English, and our American coaches helped bridge any language gaps. It became a true cultural exchange where we shared traditions and bonded, especially during post-game dinners, which became a cherished tradition. Our final meeting and dinner on November 27, 2024, was bittersweet, as we knew we wouldn’t be there for the upcoming year. Many members were graduating, and several were leaving the team, making the changes feel even more significant. We said our goodbyes with promises to stay in touch, hoping our paths would cross again, whether in Korea, the U.S., or wherever life may take us.

The experience of studying abroad, in and of itself, can be rather emotionally intense. These complex feelings are only magnified by choosing, as I did, to study in a completely... keep reading

What is an ARC? In Korea, if you are a foreigner visiting for 90 days or more, you must register for a Foreigner Registration Card. If you have a single-entry... keep reading

Moving to a new city can feel super overwhelming, especially when it comes to figuring out how to get around without speaking the native language. However, one of the best... keep reading

Residing in another country for 4 months really opens your eyes to new experiences cultures and new values. And even from the first few days of being here I was... keep reading

If you plan to study abroad in South Korea, one thing you absolutely have to do is visit Jeju Island. Just one short plane ride away is the beautiful place... keep reading

Kimbap, kimbap, and more kimbap! Read on to find out more about two more vegan restaurants I've been to in Seoul: Youngmi Gimbap (영미김밥) and Maru Jayeonsik Gimbap (마루자연식김밥)!

Studying abroad is a large step into developing your cultural knowledge and exposure to new and unique experiences. Before you take off and even after you arrive at your host destination, you may feel excited, prepared, or eager, but you could also be feeling nervous, scared, or uncertain of what to expect. It is this internal tension that can be hard to process, leading your body to go into survival mode. It is important to ask yourself, how can you deal with this tension in a way that fosters understanding and growth? Well, Intercultural Communications and Leadership is a class offered by CIEE that is designed to help you not only answer that question, but put it in practice. Here is why you should take it!

Read on to find out more about one of the vegan restaurants I've tried in South Korea: Camouflage!

Naver and its quirks.

A review of Korean Tupperware options - and the lack thereof.

Je vis à Rennes depuis environ trois mois maintenant et je pense que j’ai une bonne routine. Mais au début il y avait beaucoup de choses qui étaient très différentes... keep reading

As you prepare to arrive in Seoul (or if you're already in Seoul), you might be excited to explore the wonderful food that the city has to offer. As a major foodie, I have explored the cracks and crevices of the city's food scene, and we DO NOT gatekeep here! So here are my top eats in Seoul that are also budget friendly, cause college students deserve to eat good food too!