Rome introduced herself to me through senses first: the loud chatter of Italian, the uneven cobblestones, and the freshly brewed cafe lattes. My semester abroad at the American University of Rome allowed me to experience a part of the world I had only dreamed of. Being a first-generation Latina student, studying abroad had always seemed
Throughout my study abroad experience in Japan, I learned that study abroad isn’t always the highlight reel we imagine before we leave home. Some days are filled with excitement and energy, while others are exhausting, confusing, or even a little lonely. What made my time in Japan so special was that no matter how I
Rome introduced herself to me through senses first: the loud chatter of Italian, the uneven cobblestones, and the freshly brewed cafe lattes. My semester abroad at the American University of Rome allowed me to experience a part of the world I had only dreamed of. Being a first-generation Latina student, studying abroad had always seemed
Throughout my study abroad experience in Japan, I learned that study abroad isn’t always the highlight reel we imagine before we leave home. Some days are filled with excitement and energy, while others are exhausting, confusing, or even a little lonely. What made my time in Japan so special was that no matter how I
“There are three of you in this program.” Not quite the sentence I wanted to hear after leaving behind one study abroad program and city for another. Two potential friends sounded a lot less exciting than the almost 20-person program I had just been a part of. I packed up my whole life, moved across
Studying abroad in Florence, Italy was such an amazing experience that I will never forget. Before leaving to study abroad one of the things that I was most nervous about was not knowing anybody in my program. I was lucky enough to meet so many amazing people there, and formed such a close bond with
When I landed at Haneda Airport, I was immediately faced with several challenges–the immigration lines were Disneyland-level long, and I had only three hours to get to my dorm before I would be locked out for the night. I ended up ditching the train system and overpaying for a taxi, but hey, I made it to
Ciao! Mi chiamo Jenna! It all started in April 2023 when I first toured Chapman. What stood out to me most was the Global Citizens Plaza, a space that represented endless opportunities to study abroad. Seeing all the possibilities sparked my excitement and made me seriously consider the idea of spending a semester abroad. Travel
“I hope you get your K-drama moment!” Well, let’s just say I (unfortunately) didn’t get to slow-motion fall into someone’s arms with a tear-jerking song playing behind me. I know, how disappointing. However, I gained something even better: friendships and experiences I will remember forever. It felt like a dream when I first landed in
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
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,
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
