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5 Reasons Why Spring Might Be the Perfect Time to Study Abroad

5 Reasons Why Spring Might Be the Perfect Time to Study Abroad

by Virginia O'Connor | Apr 14, 2025 | Choosing a Program

When it comes to studying abroad, timing can transform your entire academic experience. While many students automatically think of the fall semester for their global adventure, spring offers unique advantages that could make it the perfect choice for your...
A Journey Inward: How Daily Journaling Leads to Personal Growth

A Journey Inward: How Daily Journaling Leads to Personal Growth

by Virginia O'Connor | Mar 17, 2025 | Americas, Personal Growth, UC Berkeley

By Alex Masci (UC Berkeley) studied abroad in Villarrica, Chile Day 116 – Last Day in Villarrica (12/26/2023): With most of my stuff packed up, I returned to the yard to sit under the apple tree and soak in my surroundings. The warm red color of my host...
6 Reasons Study Abroad is a Priceless Investment

6 Reasons Study Abroad is a Priceless Investment

by Virginia O'Connor | Mar 13, 2025 | Asia, Funding Your Education Abroad, UCLA

By Ingrid Chang (UC Los Angeles) studied abroad in Seoul, South Korea Studying abroad is a profound investment in your future with benefits that extend far beyond the duration of your program. It’s an experience that shapes your perspective on almost everything,...
From Strangers to Family: Building Your Community Abroad

From Strangers to Family: Building Your Community Abroad

by Virginia O'Connor | Mar 10, 2025 | Europe, Local Living, Personal Growth, UC Santa Barbara

By Irish Vaughan (UC Santa Barbara) studied abroad in Edinburgh, Scotland On study abroad, you quickly learn that you will find your people and build a community abroad In late November 2023, a makeshift dinner table constructed from desks, couches, and swivel chairs...
A Solo Traveler’s Guide to Europe: Lessons from Study Abroad

A Solo Traveler’s Guide to Europe: Lessons from Study Abroad

by Virginia O'Connor | Mar 5, 2025 | Europe, Personal Growth, UC Santa Barbara

By Solene Granatur (UC Santa Barbara) studied abroad in Spain So you’ve applied to study abroad—your application is submitted, and all the paperwork is filed. And suddenly you’re dreaming of walking through streets you don’t know, meeting new people,...
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Study Abroad Program: Lund University, Sweden
Program Location: Lund, Sweden
Other Countries Visited: Denmark, Germany, Czech Republic, Austria,
Hungary, and Norway

Home University: UC Berkeley
Major:  Bioengineering
Year: Junior (Graduating Spring 2017)

Alison Long is a rising senior studying tissue engineering and drug delivery at UC Berkeley. She loves spending time outdoors, hiking, biking and playing soccer. As a nature enthusiast, her travels involved exploring national parks and canvassing tulip festivals around Europe. In her free time, Alison enjoys painting and watching cooking competitions on the Food Network.

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