by Virginia O'Connor | Mar 31, 2026 | Americas, Local Living, UCLA
By Jamie Stickelmaier (UC Los Angeles), studied abroad in Santiago, Chile There are countless reasons why people study abroad—I was motivated to become fluent in Spanish. While Spanish was my mother’s first language, it was rarely spoken at home. My childhood is full...
by Virginia O'Connor | Mar 31, 2026 | Americas, Local Living, UC Berkeley
By Katherine Rodriguez (UC Berkeley) studied abroad in Rio de Janeiro, Brazil Studying abroad has been the greatest gift I could give myself. I’ve seen world wonders with international students, solidified my passion to teach English abroad, and fully immersed myself...
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...
by Virginia O'Connor | Jun 4, 2024 | Asia, Local Living
By Jodi Felder (UC Riverside) My first week of study abroad in Korea, I was ready to turn around and board the next flight back home. I’m glad I didn’t. In this guide, I share the insights that helped me not just survive but thrive as a Black woman...
by Virginia O'Connor | Mar 11, 2024 | Local Living
Contributors: Kiyarash Khanessari, Daniella Lake, and Daniel Regalado-Ortiz UCEAP Participants Story highlights: Weather, money, language, phone plans—so many things to research! Tips and resources to use when researching your destination. All the things you need to...
by Virginia O'Connor | Aug 16, 2023 | Americas, Local Living
Exploring the diverse culinary offerings of a region is one of the greatest pleasures of studying abroad. When you study abroad in South America, you’ll have the opportunity to enjoy seasonal and regional specialties. Whether indulging in street food, sitting...
