After being home for a while now, it has given me time to reflect on my experience abroad in Italy. To say the least, it was an incredible time and I was very thankful for the opportunity to go. While in Italy, I got to visit 5 different countries and a bunch of different cities…
Month: January 2023
Final Blog – Back in USA from AUS
No matter what culture one comes from or enters there are going to be similarities and differences. The important aspect is to be open minded and not come in with expectations. Even though I did this, some aspects took a moment to adjust to such as the sense of humor for most Australians, it is…
SIT International Perspectives on Gender and Sexuality
This past fall I was able to study abroad in Amsterdam in a program through SIT called “International Perspectives on Sexuality and Gender.” My program was based in The Netherlands but we also spent a few weeks traveling throughout Morocco. I thoroughly enjoyed my experience in both countries and learned to think about gender studies…
Final Blog Post
Studying abroad in Switzerland was one of the most empowering and transformative experiences of my life. From the moment I arrived, I was struck by the beauty of the country – from the majestic Swiss Alps, capped with snow crystals, to the picturesque villages dotted throughout the countryside. The crisp mountain air and the sound…
Returning to Paris!
After living in Paris for a month and a half over the summer, I am finally able to return back to the wonderful city in France for my study abroad experience. I’m beyond excited to return, as I really fell in love with French culture and am excited to more deeply immerse myself in it…
Final Blog Post
Jacob Lubner Final Blog Post During my time in Italy, I had the ability to experience a whole new culture. I enjoyed learning about the Italian language and people. However, there were some confusing moments. One time I was very confused was my first-time ordering coffee. The coffee shop culture is very well known across…
Final Blog Post
That was definitely a semester to remember. From being a clueless visitor in London to being able to remember all the stations between Marble Arch and Stratford on the Central Line, I was able to really immerse myself in the daily life of a Londoner. The experiences I had going to different activities and locations…
Paris, Here I Come!
An aspect of American culture is the United States functions on capitalist ideals. Most Americans work 9-5 jobs, five days a week, that center around producing profit for private owners; there is no separation of work and personal life, but a blending of the two. The constant pressure and guilt Americans feel to work all…