“If adventures will not befall a young lady in her own village, she must seek them abroad.” -Jane Austen, Northanger Abbey One of the difficulties that comes with the decision to move to an unfamiliar place is leaving behind the comfortability of ground already walked on, paths already made. However, if I have learned anything from […]
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That Darn Irish Charm
It was inevitable that I would study abroad; that much about my college journey was clear. The question was always where. Being Greek and very close to my roots, I considered Greece for a while; but I decided it would be too much like home. I wanted to go somewhere totally new. For a while, I had felt a particular pull to England. Ultimately, though, I decided upon […]
The Cafés of Cork
For me, one of the joys of living in Newport is the amount of local coffee shops where I can study, grab a quick bite, and meet up with friends; luckily for me Cork, Ireland is no different. In my first month living in Cork, I visited numerous cafés each with their own distinct personality and specialty. Some offer a bustling atmosphere ideal for […]
Did I Come to London for Harry Potter?
While most come to London for Big Ben and the Tower Bridge, I came to tour the Warner Bros. Harry Potter Studio. Just kidding… but actually I knew that this was on my bucket list before I even landed in Heathrow. The culture in England has been so wonderful to experience. One thing that I did not realize before coming, is […]
First Experiences and Exploring Around Salzburg
This semester, I decided to study abroad at Salzburg College for two main reasons. One: to immerse myself in the German language and learn it better, and two: to explore this part of Europe. As it was my first time outside of the United States, I was unsure what to expect, but my time here so far has gone […]
Moving Forward
There is much that seems distant and mysterious to young people: What am I going to do? How will I achieve my goals? Who or what will my guide be? The late, peripatetic Anthony Bourdain hinted at an important way forward, a road to find out. “Travel changes you. As you move through this life […]
Study Abroad Senior Year
Let’s be honest – thinking about studying abroad seems a little scary. It’s even scarier when you’re thinking about going abroad your senior year. Senior year is a really stressful time, and it’s when you have to take the most important classes, such as thesis or capstone. Most seniors who study abroad will go abroad […]
Time Abroad – Seizing the Experience
To Begin… Navigating an unfamiliar environment and experiencing new situations can be a daunting task when it is outside of your comfort zone. It can seem almost impossible, like you will never understand the space around you. That was how I began my time abroad in Oxford. I was nervous to be without some kind […]
A Guide for When Visiting Oxford
I have always told myself that if I ever got the opportunity to travel abroad, I would, and here we are. I am finishing up 4-week study abroad program in Oxford. I was scared at the beginning, going into this not knowing anyone and it just being something so bold and adventurous. Now I do […]
The Power of Solo Travel
When I decided to study abroad in Ireland, I knew I’d be stepping out of my comfort zone. But what I didn’t fully realize was just how much I’d be doing it on my own. The decision to travel alone was both thrilling and intimidating, but it quickly became one of the best choices I’ve […]