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,…
Tag: Fall 2025
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…
Reflections and a Quick Trip to Spain!
Over the past few months, I have had many opportunities to experience life and culture of Ireland. One of the most meaningful experiences I have had is being able to participate in my hybrid internship with the Royal Society of Antiquaries of Ireland. I have been working throughout the semester on developing a bespoke private…
Interacting with Aussies + Soft skills!
Hey everyone, it’s Eric again checking in from Sydney! The biggest things I’ve learned from studying abroad aren’t from classrooms, rather, it’s everything I’ve learned by living here on my own and by doing. One of the greatest soft skills I’ve developed is definitely independence. This is my first time living this far from home…
Adapting to Aussie Culture
Hi! It’s Eric again reporting live from Sydney, Australia! I can’t believe it’s already been a little over a month on a completely new continent, and I’m all here for it. Sydney honestly feels familiar in a lot of ways. Everyone speaks English, just with an Aussie twist, and the city has that same modern,…
New Places, People, and Skills
One of the best parts about studying abroad is how much personal growth I experience from living in Florence and traveling around. I chose to study abroad in a city where I didn’t know anyone and in the fall semester, even though I have some friends who are going abroad in the spring semester. Going…
Slow down to say hi!
I am now halfway through my program here in Florence, and one of the biggest skills I have learned in this program is how to be still. Since the pace of life is slower in Italy, there is more time throughout the day to be intentional, self reflective, and notice small details throughout my surroundings….
Weekend in Killarney
Last week, the Arcadia Abroad team hosted a free weekend trip to Killarney, Ireland. We got to see Killarney National Park, the Ring of Kerry, and check out the town a little! Here is a picture of me and a few of my flat mates at the Torque Waterfall. During my internship and classes in…
Thinking Global in a Global City
Some soft skills I have been learning throughout this program have been time management and professionalism. Throughout the day, I have many responsibilities to take care of when it comes to making it to my classes and making it on time to my internship. Improving my time management skills has been absolutely crucial for me…
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