by Virginia O'Connor | Mar 31, 2026 | Europe, Personal Growth, UCLA
Jillian Jimenez (UC Los Angeles) studied abroad in Edinburgh Making the decision to study abroad—leaving behind friends, family, and everything familiar—can be daunting. For introverts, or anyone who recharges or feels the most relaxed during moments of solitude, the...
by Virginia O'Connor | Mar 30, 2026 | Europe, Personal Growth, UC Irvine
By Kylee Cochram (UC Santa Barbara) studied abroad in the Netherlands With pro tips shared by study abroad advisors As I prepared for studying abroad, I was so excited for all the new friends, experiences and opportunities. This would be a total shift from the life I...
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...
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 | 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,...
by Virginia O'Connor | Feb 19, 2025 | Asia, Personal Growth, UC Berkeley
By Kaitlyn McWalters (UC Berkeley) studied abroad in Japan Traveling alone internationally can be scary for anyone, and it’s downright terrifying for individuals with unique health concerns. Following a grueling history of dislocated knees, shoulders, and even...
