Virginia O'Connor, Author at UCEAP News and Features

How to make friends with locals while abroad

by Virginia O'Connor | Jul 25, 2019 | Local Living, UCLA

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Abroad but not alone: how to cope with loneliness

by Virginia O'Connor | Jul 18, 2019 | Health and Wellness, Local Living

Feeling lonely at times is to be expected when you’re on an experience that’s entirely new, away from everything you know. Here’s how to overcome feelings of loneliness while studying abroad. Make where you’re staying homey Decorate your room with everything and...

Best study abroad programs for first-time travelers

by Virginia O'Connor | Dec 7, 2018 | Personal Growth

Updated for 2020-2021 Joy. Fear. Hope. Concern. Traveling abroad for the first time comes with a tidal wave of emotions. It’s to be expected. You’ve never done anything like this before. You can’t know or plan for everything before studying abroad, but you...

6 Ways to build friendships while studying abroad

by Virginia O'Connor | Dec 3, 2018 | Local Living, UC Irvine

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3-minute travel guide: Dublin, Ireland

by Virginia O'Connor | Nov 20, 2018 | Choosing a Program, Europe, UCLA

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