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
Amongst this densely packed metropolis, everybody is constantly in a rush. There is not a second throughout the day where there isn’t something going on in the bustling city of Hong Kong. To some, it’s nothing but an international business hub; to others it’s a juxtaposition where East and West intertwine and where tradition meets
Japan is a place that I hope everyone gets to either intensely learn about or experience in their lifetime, with its marvelous blend of ancient traditions and modernism. Over the summer, I had the privilege of taking an anthropology travel course in Japan about how space and physical atmospheres effect how civilians view their nation
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
As I prepared to board my 13-hour flight from Los Angeles to Auckland, New Zealand I had no idea about all the excitement, spontaneous adventures, and personal growth that lay ahead. Preparing to travel halfway across the world for two months was both exciting and unnerving. It felt surreal to pack my life into suitcases and
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
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
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,