Name: Ceanne West Major: Computer Science Hometown: Millersville, MD Destination: Italy, Summer 2013 Institution: Lorenzo de’ Medici, The Italian International Institute Q1: Let’s talk about food – the good & the bad. The best dish I had was probably the Florentine Steak on the last night; it was so tender and juicy. All the pizza… Read more Q&A Spotlight: Ceanne West
This post is the first in our new Q&A Spotlight Series on returning students.You can find this story and all future spotlights by searching in the category “Q&A Spotlight.” Enjoy! Name: Nate Moran Major: Business Administration, ‘13 Hometown: Middletown, DE Destination: New Zealand, Spring 2013 Institution: Auckland University of Technology Be sure to check out… Read more Q&A Spotlight: Nate Moran
G’Day Travelers, Every semester we ask our students to submit photos of themselves during their time abroad for our bi-annual photo contest. The Fall entries include students who have studied abroad either in the previous spring or summer semester. The first round of voting happens in the office and on social media with the photographer’s… Read more Fall 2013 Photo Contest: Top Ten
Oh yes, it’s that time. The one you dreaded, the one you’ve heard horror stories about .. it’s time to pack your suitcase! Don’t freak out! We’ve got some great tips from our pals at EIU Study Abroad, so breathe deep & check them out. “When preparing to travel, lay out all your clothes and… Read more And the packing …
When I was still living in America a little over a month ago, I had the privilege of coming into contact with a very special person to me. During my sophomore year at Towson I had become very interested in China and Chinese philosophy—namely Daoism. Since I was eager to learn all that I could… Read more China: Kung Fu Dream
During a weekend trip to the Almafi Coast we visit the Island of Capri with the famous Faraglione rock outcrops. When you pass under the rock you must kiss your lover or you’ll have bad luck in your love life! We also visited the ruins of Pompeii that was destroyed during the eruption of Mt.… Read more Italy: Enjoying Tourist Sights
It has been well over two months since I have been abroad in Sydney, Australia and it has been full of adventure. I am now accustomed to the area in which I live in and have found quick shortcuts and ways around town. I have been enjoying going for runs in Darling Harbor which is… Read more Australia: Academics and Adventure
Jordan continues to be a country full of fun and surprises. As I have grown more accustomed to the culture, I only appreciate it more. As hilarious, and annoying as “Jordanian Time” can be, I can appreciate the more relaxed approach to things. There are no strict timetables like back in the States. Jordanians tell… Read more Jordan: The Wonders of Jordan and its People
My name is Paige and I have been studying abroad in Scotland at the University of Dundee since January. I have really enjoyed my study abroad experience and have been given the opportunity to make friends with people from all over the world. I have become close with people from many different continents including South… Read more Scotland: Traveling Around
Jordan is unlike any place I have ever been to. It defies the image that most Americans have of the Middle East. It is not in a dessert and camels are very rare. Oil is very scarce in this country, and there is lush vegetation all around. It rains infrequently, and a week before I… Read more Jordan: Not What I Imagined
