by Jennifer Monroe | Apr 1, 2026 | Australia and Oceania, Choosing a Program, Local Living, UC San Diego
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...
by Jennifer Monroe | Mar 31, 2026 | Australia and Oceania, Europe, Personal Growth, UC Berkeley, UC Davis, UC San Diego
Contributors: Annika Sundberg (UC Berkeley), Chloe Margulis (UC San Diego), Corra Nordheim (UC San Diego), Jolene Marie Ku (UC Davis), Leanna Chin (UC San Diego), 2024 blog writing contestants You’ll take thousands of photos during your study abroad...
by Virginia O'Connor | Mar 30, 2026 | Australia and Oceania, Choosing a Program, UC Merced, UC San Diego, UC Santa Barbara, UC Santa Cruz, UCLA
Contributors: Aliyah Flamson Rubalcava (UC Santa Cruz), Elias Veran (UC Santa Barbara), Sarah Schecter (UC Los Angeles), Shaun Colegado (UC Merced), and Sophia Chang (UC San Diego), 2024 blog writing contestants UCEAP alums agree that when it comes to studying...
by Virginia O'Connor | Jun 17, 2024 | Australia and Oceania, UC Santa Barbara
3-MINUTE TRAVEL GUIDE: QUEENSLAND, AUSTRALIA DON’T FORGET TO PACK All the sun protection! Australia’s sun can be intense, so don’t forget to pack sunglasses and a hat to be safe when exploring the beautiful outdoors. You’ll need versatile...
by Virginia O'Connor | Mar 4, 2024 | Australia and Oceania, UCLA
by Jahnavi Srinivas from UC Los Angeles to the University of Sydney, Australia After having the best semester of my life, I’m here to convince you to study abroad in Australia. It has everything: jaw-dropping scenery, incredible weather, remarkable wildlife,...
by Virginia O'Connor | Jan 26, 2022 | Americas, Asia, Australia and Oceania
Contributor: Shelby Ocana UC Paris and Lyon Study Center administrator Story highlights: A long-haul flight can produce more carbon than the average person does all year. Travel, and specifically study abroad, is an irreplaceable experience, but can be regenerative,...
