This trip has been nothing short of amazing. From trying new foods to new places to new transportation I have plenty more experiences now than I ever thought possible. All of this “new” has helped me to recognize that I am very capable of adjusting to new situations and can be flexible to new environments….
Author: International Programs Alumni
Farewell Florence
As my semester here in Florence comes to an end I’ve been reflecting on my experiences here. I always knew I wanted to study abroad, but I had no idea how much growth I would actually get out of it. I am extremely grateful to my scholarship donors for helping give me the opportunity to…
Final Week Abroad
I have had such an amazing experience studying, working, and living in Dublin, Ireland the past few months. It has truly been a life-altering experience and one I wouldn’t trade for anything. I have been able to explore Ireland and other countries in Europe during my time here while also getting to know more about…
My Tuesdays in Florence
Throughout my experience abroad I have been traveling around, exploring Florence and new cities. Those adventures have been interesting and valuable, but my most meaningful experience has unexpectedly been my Tuesday nights in Florence where I get dinner with a group of friends I met here. When I first came here, I realized I had…
AUSTRALIA YOU’VE BEEN GREAT :)
As my semester abroad comes to an end, I want to take a moment and reflect on this beautiful experience I’ve had in Australia. This fall, I’ve spent nearly 3 months here in Sydney and there have been many magical moments where I was shocked. This past 3 months has definitely been an insane learning…
Rent! @ Sydney Opera House
One of the most memorable cultural experiences I had during my Fall 2025 study abroad program in Sydney was seeing the musical Rent! at the Sydney Opera House. Even before the show began, I was completely struck by the architecture of the building itself. Everyone knows the Opera House from photos and postcards, but seeing…
What Sydney Taught Me About Work and People
During my time in Sydney, I split my days between business classes and an internship at Our Big Kitchen, a community kitchen not far from Bondi Beach. Academically I was taking International Marketing, Global HR Management, and International Economics, and at the same time I was getting to see how some of those ideas show…
A Middle Name, a Visa, and a Pivot
During my time in Sydney, one of the most meaningful moments didn’t happen at a tourist spot or in a classroom. It happened in a government office that felt like an Australian version of the DMV, and it all started with one missing middle name. To properly participate in my internship at Our Big Kitchen,…
My Train of Thoughts
This past month, I have done lots of traveling! To Bologna, Livorno, Venice, Padova, Prato, Pistoia, and a few others, I have been to a lot of cities across many regions in Italy. It’s one of the main benefits of living near a train and having robust train lines throughout the country. Being able to…
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