All the Ways Study Abroad Tests and Strengthens Your Identity

Three UC students discover how study abroad transforms identity in unexpected ways. Their stories reveal that studying abroad doesn’t require choosing between who you are and who you might become—instead, it creates space for both authentic identity and personal growth.

Academics

All the Things to Learn About Your Academics Abroad

All the Things to Learn About Your Academics Abroad

Contributors: Cynthia Chen (UC Berkeley), Jerry Wu (UC Santa Barbara), and Leslie Amarachi Duru (UC Los Angeles), 2024 blog contestants Story highlights: Course structures, grading systems, teaching styles—so many academic differences to consider! Tips and resources...

Local Living

3-minute Travel Guide: Aukland, New Zealand

3-minute Travel Guide: Aukland, New Zealand

DON'T FORGET TO PACK Sunscreen! Down under, especially in Australia and New Zealand, the UV is way stronger than in the US, so be mindful when planning outdoor activities and always have sunscreen on. BEST LEFT AT HOME Multiple layers of clothing. You are not going to...

Personal Growth

All the Ways Study Abroad Tests and Strengthens Your Identity

All the Ways Study Abroad Tests and Strengthens Your Identity

Contributors: Keren Dror (UC Los Angeles), Annika Jorgensen (UC Berkeley), and Mercedes Lefiti (UC Santa Cruz) We all pack certain things for study abroad: maybe a favorite snack, a photo, a childhood stuffie to remind us of home. Each of us also carries something...

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