Anxiety said “Stay,” But Europe Called: Five Lessons from my Study Abroad Experience
With humor and honesty, a self-described anxious UC Irvine student shares how studying abroad in Paris and London transformed her perspective on mental health and personal growth. From celebrating her 20th birthday under the Eiffel Tower to discovering the healing power of European café culture, Harper Parsley's story proves that sometimes the best therapy is a passport and a leap of faith.
Study Abroad and Your Mental Health: 10 Tips to Maintain Peace and Balance
As a student who has accessed accommodations at their home campus, Jenny Lopez (UC Los Angeles) shares critical tips to maintain your mental health, peace and balance throughout the transformative experience of study abroad. Don't let worries stop you from this once-in-a-lifetime experience!
How to build resilience before study abroad – and why it matters
Building resilience means you'll have the resources to bounce back more easily from unexpected difficulties that arise. Here's how, and why you should, develop resilience before you study abroad.
What to Pack in Your Study Abroad Travel Health Kit
The quality and availability of common medicines and health supplies cannot always be guaranteed. For this reason, it's a good idea for students studying abroad to have their own personal travel health kit. Use this checklist to prepare for your adventure abroad.
Study Abroad Travel Insurance Explained: What, Why, and How it Works
All eligible UCEAP students have travel insurance coverage while they study abroad. It’s included in the cost of your program. Read on to discover answers to the questions students always ask about study abroad travel insurance.