A Semester in Rome: Gelato, Gladiators, and Global Education
Ciao, mi chiamo Kayla! From the moment I stepped onto the historic cobblestone streets of Rome, I was transported into a world where every corner whispered stories of emperors and artists. My semester abroad at Temple University, nestled in the heart of this ancient city, was an experience that transcended my expectations. As a second-year
Navigating Loneliness Down Under
Australia is known for its natural wonders, unique animals, and friendly people. During my semester abroad in Sydney I had the opportunity to interact with all of these things. I learned about Australian culture and nature, and though I had an amazing time abroad, I really struggled socially. I am not the most extroverted person,
Bon Appétit: Eating Well in London
English food doesn’t have the greatest reputation. Beans on toast? Mushy peas? No thanks. Even fish and chips is a hard pass for me. But if you’re worried about finding good food in London, or the UK as a whole, know that the entire country, and especially London, has an amazing array of cuisines that
When in Tokyo...Learn Japanese
Everyone will tell you that studying abroad changes your perspective on life and the world on a larger scale, it’s a cliche, but they are so right. In Japan, I made lifelong friends, connections, and enough memories to power my will to live forever. Make sure you squeeze every opportunity you can out of it,
A Hufflepuff Abroad: How I Studied Harry Potter in London
A class including the Harry Potter studio tour, Harry Potter walking tour, King’s Cross, Oxford, wizard afternoon tea… total codswallop, right? But yes, seriously. I got to go to London for a class about Harry Potter AND get credit for it… AND get to be the Hufflepuff prefect… AND meet lifelong friends through it. What
West End Shows Sparked my Love for Theatre
As I was leaving London, I remember crying at the boarding gate at Heathrow Airport back to SFO, not ready to let go of this chapter. These were the most fun two weeks of my life trying different foods, exploring different sites and, most importantly, seeing live theatre. With each show I watched, I was
Tango, Trek and Taste: My Adventure of Argentina
SPAN 201A: Buenos Aires Interterm Travel Course Imagine it’s your last night in Buenos Aires and you are about to get into your Uber then BAM your phone gets snatched out of your hand by a man on a motorcycle. What would you do next? Well, I put all my emotions to the side and
How I Managed Severe Allergies While Studying Abroad in Madrid
Introduction: My semester in Madrid was incredibly impactful, and my experiences will stay with me for the rest of my life. I want to share my story as a person with multiple severe food allergies to provide comfort to anyone who may be worried about how to eat and survive while studying in Spain. Food
“And the 2024 Photo Contest Winners Are… “
Every year, the Center for Global Education (CGE) has an annual photo contest where we invite study abroad participants from the previous academic year who participated in semester programs, faculty-led travel courses, and summer international internships to submit photos from their travels. We’ve all heard the saying a picture is worth a thousand words, but
How Cannes Became My Home Away From Home
An hour before leaving for the airport, I set up my camera on my desk chair, sat on the floor in front of my bed, hit record, and started talking. I talked to my future self, who, four months later, would have just returned from the most incredible semester abroad in the south of France.