Study Abroad

            Throughout my first year living in Rhode Island, I could not understand how people were so quick to call Salve their new home. This was until I spent one month living in Oxford, which I found incredibly easy to call this temporary stay, home. I have learned so much through all that I have experienced […]

A Visit to Salisbury Salisbury Cathedral is a building that originates from a time where religion and praying were common components to one’s routine. This place is one that confused me at first. The outside looks describe a cold feeling, one that is unwelcoming and possibly dangerous. The gothic stone style gives a lot of […]

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Section 1: Settling in at Oxford – Orientation and Registration: Attend the orientation program organized by the university to familiarize yourself with campus facilities, academic policies, and support services. Complete any necessary registration processes – Accommodation and Daily Life: Get acquainted with Summertown for groceries and other necessities and the people from St. Clares who […]

Studying abroad is a dream that many college students look forward to, but the reality of leaving behind the comfort and familiarity of home can be very daunting. Personally, I felt both excited and intimated as I embarked on my journey to study abroad in Oxford, UK, last month. Despite these fears, my time spent […]

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Admittedly, it is quite a daunting task to sum up the most exciting and eventful month of one’s nineteen years of life into a singular blog post. However, I will aim to do my best at sharing the highlights, lessons, and overall impressions of my experience on the Oxford study abroad program without reaching a […]

IntroductionMy time in Oxford was incredible. I learned many valuable life lessons. It has flown by – I remember during the fall thinking about applying as soon as I could. I knew how magical this trip would be and it didn’t meet my expectations, it exceeded them. The friends I made will last a lifetime. […]

Looking Through the Foliage of Magdalen College It is human nature to seek out new destinations and adventures in order to satisfy our curiosities. For me, I had never been outside the United States, so traveling to England was a leap I felt I had to take in order to understand the world better. Studying […]