Day 9: Pitti Palace and Boboli Gardens Student Author: Marah Friedman There’s no flood in Florence, not in this picture, anyways. Instead, this is just a stunning view atop one of the many silver sculptures displayed at the Pitti Palace. When you initially approach the Palace you will notice a beige stone building with arched… Read more Culture & Psychology Summer 2017 Student Blog Series 4: Day 9, 10 and 11
Day 5: Vatican Museum and St. Peter’s Basilica Student Blogger: Madison Schenkewitz The Vatican is one of the sites I was most excited about. The Vatican is one of the most religious sites we have encountered and I was very excited to have this location as my blog topic. The art was all beautifully crafted… Read more Culture & Psychology Summer 2017 Student Blog Series 3: Day 5, 6 and 8
Day 3: Ancient Rome Tour Student Blogger: Katelyn Eckstine The Ancient Rome tour with our guide, Salome (Sah-lo-meh), was very informative, and the part I found most interesting was the theme of recycling which was explained in the beginning with the basic history of how Rome came to be. She began by introducing the famous… Read more Culture & Psychology Summer 2017 Student Blog Series 2: Day 3 and 4
One of the most valuable things you have is your health. It is important to protect it while you are abroad. You not only want to return safe and sound, but you also want to have the most enjoyable experience possible. This post will focus on physical health specifically. Here are a few things… Read more Resource Series 6: Physical Health Abroad
Over the Summer 2017 minimester, a group of students studied culture and psychology in Italy. Program Faculty Co-Directors, David Earnest and Shannon McClain, had their students take turns keeping blog posts covering their adventures abroad and The Study Abroad Office is excited to get to share those with you over the next six Thursdays! Also… Read more Culture & Psychology Summer 2017 Student Blog Series 1: Day 1 and 2
Mobility International said it best: If you have a physical disability, “[y]ou can and should apply for the same international exchange experiences as everyone else. People with disabilities are an essential part of any program.” We want every student that wants to study abroad to get there, so here are some resources for students with… Read more Resource Series 5: Resources for Students with Disabilities Abroad
China We currently offer over 20 programs in China, including one of our exchanges, along with a faculty-led program. There are also countless opportunities to study abroad through program providers listed on our database. Cuba Check out this Minimester program offered through one of our providers, AIFS, in Havana! You could also spend your Spring Break… Read more Where Do We Recommend?
Welcome back, Tigers! It’s the beginning of the semester and there’s so much to do! The Study Abroad Office has put together a guide to some of our featured events happening during the Fall 2017 semester. Welcome Back Reception – AUGUST 31ST – 4PM TO 6PM – UNIVERSITY UNION 313 Join the Study Abroad Office… Read more Fall 2017 Events
It’s the constant question among students and parents that are interested in learning about study abroad—“How will I pay for it?” If money is tight, studying abroad may seem like the last possible option. Hopefully, the resources given here will show you that studying abroad can be an option for anyone, including students with financial… Read more Resource Series 4: Tips for Financing Study Abroad
The next installment in our Resource Series is one that hopefully everyone will read and relate to: tips on safety! No matter where you are in the world, it is important to know what to do to stay safe, and what resources to access in the case of an emergency. Keep your money and important… Read more Resource Series 3: Safety Abroad!
