My first month has been a whirlwind of excitement, change and adventure. I’ve eaten more than I’ve ever thought possible but I’ve also walked the equivalent of that every day in Rome. I think my new favorite treat here is the wonderful (although somewhat touristy) gelato crepes. It’s been a great time, but amidst the…
First month in London I can’t believe a month already flew by! I have been a justing to life in London quite well. The weather is the biggest change for me. Going from 80 degrees and sunny to 50 and rainy has been an adjustment. I have learned to appricate the unique weather London has…
The Roman Guide to Dressing Warm
THE ROMAN GUIDE TO DRESSING WARM by Allison van Tilborgh Rome has what meteorologists call a “mild climate.” The city experiences hot summers and cold, though not freezing, winters. To my student abroad colleagues from Minnesota, Oregon, and South Dakota, the weather in Rome must be splendid. (It’s 35-55° F) To me, well, the prospect…
London Week 1: Getting My Bearings
Arriving in the UK, the CAPA team was right there waiting for us at our living accommodations with open arms. Taking everything in at once, learning landmark locations, store brands, our passcodes to get into the flat buildings, they were very helpful with answering any questions we had and helping us adjust bit by bit….
On London Time Now
I wanted to go abroad because I had talked to a lot of people who are alumnis and those who are now graduating seniors. A lot of them said that their biggest regret was not studying abroad. Therefore, I thought I had to take the opportunity so that I would not have the same regrets. …
The Beginnings of Learning Italian
A few weeks before leaving the United States, I had several plans to obtain a basic grasp of the Italian language in preparation for my time in Rome. However, after learning the meaning and pronunciation of Buongiorno on Mango and never again opening the app, I showed up to Italy with a severely limited knowledge…
Second Post: Studying Abroad in Japan
I went to Osaka last weekend and found out the street was full of people wearing masks. In drug stores, masks were usually all sold out. Due to the coronavirus that had spread widely recently, people rose the awareness of protecting themselves from being infected, as well as being responsible for other people’s wellness. As…
Pre Departure – Newcastle, Australia
I am a few days away from arriving to my next adventure. With each passing day here in my hometown of Orlando, I have come to realize that in reality there is not enough time in each day. I have tried to relish each moment with my friends and family while still preparing everything I…
Pre-departure post: Australia here I go!!!
I am writing this blog eight days before arriving in Cairns for orientation. I am flying to LA in four days and I am really excited and nervous at the same time. I remember a year ago I was planning and thinking about studying abroad and what I was going to do when doing it….
¡Adios, Jersey!
At the time of this writing I am preparing for my flight to Buenos Aires, Argentina, to participate in ISA’s Latin American Studies program at the University of Belgrano. In speaking to friends, relatives, and other folks back home about my plans for the coming semester, one question came up a lot: why Argentina? I…