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How Study Abroad Transformed My Social Life
The other night, I had a Zoom call with four dear friends I’d met abroad., Me with one of my newfound friends post-study abroad., Because even though my friends from abroad are now scattered all over the country at their respective colleges, I have new friends to share my life with — people I would never have met if I hadn’t gotten used to thrusting myself into sometimes-awkward social situations abroad., By the time I returned to the States, putting myself out there and making new friends wasn’t such a foreign concept., And for that, I have to thank my former self for sitting in the nausea, sucking it up, and making some friends., How Study Abroad Transformed My Social Life
https://www.ceastudyabroad.com/blog/content-creator/2020/12/23/how-study-abroad-transformed-my-social-lifeMaking My Way to Galway: Why I picked Ireland
Reading that message was one of the best moments of my life, because for me studying abroad wasn't just something I had stumbled upon randomly, this was a dream I had been working towards for most of my life., Patrick's day surrounded by friends, it's always a part of our plan., Making My Way to Galway: Why I picked Ireland
https://www.ceastudyabroad.com/blog/content-creator/2014/09/23/making-my-way-to-galway-why-i-picked-irelandHandling Culture Shock While Studying Abroad
Studying abroad brings along many great things; however, culture shock can make us feel restricted during our time overseas., Distract yourself with events, activities, homework, or friends., CEA Study Abroad and the university you attend do a great job of constantly providing cultural activities for you to take part in., Making local friends and “doing as the locals do” helps in learning about the culture and making you feel like you belong., Handling Culture Shock While Studying Abroad
https://www.ceastudyabroad.com/blog/content-creator/2019/07/26/handling-culture-shock-while-studying-abroad5 Things I Didn't Think I Would Learn from Studying Abroad
While abroad, I found myself being selective about which trips to go on, how many souvenirs to buy, and even where to get groceries., Making American friends: For some reason, this was one of the biggest curveballs., I was so caught up in exploring a different country, soaking in the Costa Rican culture, that I didn’t anticipate making so many friends from the States., It wasn’t really exhausting, it’s just that there was so much of it, making me glad I brought a good pair of shoes and an umbrella., Forget what people told you about studying abroad being a vacation., 5 Things I Didn't Think I Would Learn from Studying Abroad
https://www.ceastudyabroad.com/blog/content-creator/2014/03/19/5-things-i-didn't-think-i-would-learn-from-studying-abroad5 Things to Bring & Leave While Studying Abroad
Two months of making friends I will have forever, taking photos that will always grace my walls, and making memories I will never forget., Between shopping for yourself and for your friends and family back home, you will wish that there was just a bit of wiggle room to throw in that t-shirt your sister wanted from your study abroad city., Photos to show your new friends of where you live and who your friends are will help break the ice if you run out of things to talk about., If you get homesick, it's a nice reminder of what you get to return to with the new photos from your study abroad trip., By going to a new country and making a life there, you can grow into who you want to be., 5 Things to Bring & Leave While Studying Abroad
https://www.ceastudyabroad.com/blog/content-creator/2014/11/19/5-things-to-bring-leave-while-studying-abroadApproaching Study Abroad with Confidence and Determination
Pushing yourself past boundaries like loneliness, boredom, decision making, and responsibility can be a big task for someone who has grown up in a community of support., Studying abroad allowed me the opportunity to grow in these areas., While abroad, I took a week-long trip to Munich, Germany., If you ate out every Saturday night with family, find an alternative abroad., Gather friends or roommates and cook a meal every Saturday night., Approaching Study Abroad with Confidence and Determination
https://www.ceastudyabroad.com/blog/content-creator/2020/01/14/approaching-study-abroad-with-confidence-and-determinationExploring Puerto Viejo while Studying Abroad in Costa Rica
Exploring Puerto Viejo on Spring Break during San José Study Abroad Program Semana Santa is one of the important holidays abroad in Costa Rica., Morning Yoga with Friends In the morning, my friends and I walked over to a retreat to do vinyasa Yoga., I was fortunate enough to make friends abroad., So, I was in the making last memories mode with the people I cherish because some I won't see again., Group photo time with me and my friends., Exploring Puerto Viejo while Studying Abroad in Costa Rica
https://www.ceastudyabroad.com/blog/content-creator/2024/04/12/exploring-puerto-viejo-while-studying-abroad-in-costa-ricaA Letter to Study Abroad
Dear Study Abroad, On May 13, after 122 days, I will return from you to small-town USA after making countless new memories and friends, boarding 44 planes, trains, and buses, visiting 27 cities, travelling through 13 countries, and having one new place to call home: Florence., Pisa with Sydney and Katie The Crew in Florence Ever since I arrived in Europe I have been totally in my element; traveling, eating, drinking wine, and making friends… All right up my alley!, Studying abroad has undoubtedly been the most adventurous, life-changing four months of my life., My favorite part of my study abroad experience has definitely been meeting other travelers., New friends in Prague La Crosse roomies take Roma Although I am bummed to be leaving my new home and friends so soon, I think I’m ready to head home to my quiet, comfortable corner of the world., A Letter to Study Abroad
https://www.ceastudyabroad.com/blog/content-creator/2015/05/05/a-letter-to-study-abroadThe People Who Will Influence Your Study Abroad Adventure
A huge factor in your study abroad experience is the people you meet., From the day to day strangers who help you with directions or give you a cheer as you run by, to the new friends you make from all over the world, they all contribute to the good, the bad, and the comic moments of your abroad adventure., In the school setting, classmates and professors have contributed to making the university more welcoming., In these surroundings I have learned the importance of making new friends, who teach you more about the world and influence how high you should set your goals., Without all of my influential classmates, professors, friends, and roommates, Prague would not have been the same.., The People Who Will Influence Your Study Abroad Adventure
https://www.ceastudyabroad.com/blog/content-creator/2014/01/09/the-people-who-will-influence-your-study-abroad-adventure5 Reasons to Study Abroad in the Spring
When it comes to making decisions about studying abroad, there are many factors to consider, including where to go, what classes to take, and of course"”which semester to choose., You have the summer before plus the fall semester to prepare Making the decision to study abroad is a big one!, You can enjoy hopping around more cities or countries without the stress of making it back in time for classes or internships., The weather was still great, I felt ready to take on the year, I was reunited with friends, and it's a fresh new start., All things considered, there's no wrong answer when it comes to picking what time of year to study abroad"”these are just some things to keep in mind if you need help making a decision., 5 Reasons to Study Abroad in the Spring
https://www.ceastudyabroad.com/blog/content-creator/2021/09/16/5-reasons-to-study-abroad-in-the-springMy Take on the French Cultural Experience and Studying Abroad
Some experiences CEA CAPA gave us in the program were: a mini cheese tasting when we first arrived, traveling to nearby cities, making perfume in the perfume capital of France (Grasse), baking Tarte Tatin (a French apple tarte), engaging in classes such as cooking and pottery, as well as olive oil tasting and crepe making., Academics Abroad How did my academics balance out with the laid back French lifestyle?, Making friends in France., By engaging in French culture, my friends and I often hung out at a little café called Aixpresso (get it because we're in AIX and espresso)., Identity and Study Abroad For me leaving home was somewhat nerve racking., My Take on the French Cultural Experience and Studying Abroad
https://www.ceastudyabroad.com/blog/content-creator/2024/01/02/my-take-on-the-french-cultural-experience-and-studying-abroadAlumni Spotlight: Samirah Reyes – Studied Abroad in San José
How did you navigate making friends in Costa Rica, and what tips do you have for students looking to build meaningful connections with locals and fellow international students?, In Costa Rica, making friends came easily to me, especially since I was involved in the program., My first friends were people also studying abroad with CEA CAPA., Meeting locals might seem intimidating, but they're just as open to making friends as international students., Attending school events is an easy way to make new friends and get to know the area., Alumni Spotlight: Samirah Reyes – Studied Abroad in San José
https://www.ceastudyabroad.com/blog/content-creator/2024/06/10/alumni-spotlight-samirah-reyes-studied-abroad-in-san-jose-costa-ricaThe Adjustment of Studying Abroad in Galway, Ireland
Listening to their advice prepared me to say goodbye to my family, friends, and the States for five months., On a typical Saturday, my friends and I would head to the market, which was right off the bustling Shop Street., The majority of the friends I made while abroad were Americans, which was great for exploring; however, my most insightful experiences of the culture were made by branching out and making connections with the locals., Through making an effort to immerse myself in the culture, I was better able to connect to it., Eventually you will adapt to your home abroad, making your actions feel like second nature., The Adjustment of Studying Abroad in Galway, Ireland
https://www.ceastudyabroad.com/blog/content-creator/2019/07/16/the-adjustment-of-studying-abroad-in-galway-irelandMy First Two Weeks Studying Abroad in Prague
that I wanted to study abroad., With the help of my study abroad program advisor back in Iowa City, I found CEA., I was incredibly nervous to leave my friends and family for such a long time., And what if making friends was going to be harder than I thought?, Bring a few photos of your family or friends in your backpack so they’re never too far away., My First Two Weeks Studying Abroad in Prague
https://www.ceastudyabroad.com/blog/content-creator/2019/09/11/my-first-two-weeks-studying-abroad-in-pragueTakeaways from Studying Abroad
With friends and even new acquaintances, the French use “la bise” (an air kiss on each side of the cheek) to greet everyone individually., It was an awkward affair, at first, greeting friends and new acquaintances this way but I have grown accustomed to it., Hostels and Airbnbs are also very cheap making weekend trips a breeze for budget conscious college students like myself., Studying abroad is also a photographers dream., As my Study Abroad time comes to a close I am very thankful to my family, friends and the staff of CEA that made it all possible!, Takeaways from Studying Abroad
https://www.ceastudyabroad.com/blog/content-creator/2017/05/18/takeaways-from-studying-abroadWhat I Learned While Studying Abroad in Paris
Living and Learning by Studying Abroad in Paris I remember feeling both scared and anxious the days leading up to participating in CEA CAPA’s Engineering in Paris Program., I also felt nervous making friends abroad, I feared it’d be a little awkward, and wouldn’t feel genuine., I formed my little group of friends around the third day of the program in the most spontaneous way too., I remember feeling so nervous about not making it on time, as the lights would only twinkle at 11 p.m. for 5 minutes., Michelle Chung is currently studying at the University of Michigan and studied abroad with CEA CAPA in Paris in Summer '23., What I Learned While Studying Abroad in Paris
https://www.ceastudyabroad.com/blog/content-creator/2023/06/29/what-i-learned-while-studying-abroad-in-parisLife During and After Studying Abroad - A CEA MOJO Perspective
Study abroad programs are available dime a dozen these days., It’s honestly not about where you choose to study abroad but it’s about what you do there., When studying abroad students should make optimum use of their time and resources so that they can come out the other side with a number of friends, connections, experiences on travel & local culture and more., A great example of making use of a connection I made here could be keeping in touch with my fashion teacher., More over by making a number of friends, I have been able to travel all over the EU and hence been able to experience and discover new cities and markets., Life During and After Studying Abroad - A CEA MOJO Perspective
https://www.ceastudyabroad.com/blog/content-creator/2012/11/27/life-during-and-after-studying-abroad---a-cea-mojo-perspectiveDutch Culture I Captured while Studying Abroad in Amsterdam
Pictures of Dutch Culture I Captured from Studying Abroad in Amsterdam My inspiration for my photoset really came from my best friends who I met while studying abroad in Amsterdam ., I was scared and questioned whether I was making the right decision by going alone., Little did I know, I was about to meet my best friends ., My friends and I at the famous Museum of Modern Art., What I Captured Study Abroad Friends Lauren, Kendall, and Maya are who made this experience the most incredible adventure of my life., Dutch Culture I Captured while Studying Abroad in Amsterdam
https://www.ceastudyabroad.com/blog/content-creator/2024/06/04/pictures-of-dutch-culture-i-captured-from-studying-abroad-in-amsterdamThe Social Side of Studying Abroad: Forming Friendships with Other CEA CAPA Students
Making Friends While Studying Abroad with CEA CAPA I focused on friendship as the topic for my first photoset, because my new friends really transformed my experience studying abroad with CEA CAPA., What I Captured I felt scared I missed out on prime bonding time, but I quickly found that these girls would be my best friends there., My Pictorial Purpose I captured about half friends and half places in these pictures., These images convey the comfort that both my new friends and my new city brought to me since these pictures of people and places are what made Spain feel like home., To conclude, I want the viewer to see that even after the literal worst possible case scenario, you can still come out on the other side and make memories with new study abroad friends that’ll last a lifetime., The Social Side of Studying Abroad: Forming Friendships with Other CEA CAPA Students
https://www.ceastudyabroad.com/blog/content-creator/2023/07/26/the-social-side-of-studying-abroad-forming-friendships-with-other-cea-capa-studentsCEA CAPA Insider Study Abroad Experience in the French Riviera
Q: How did you navigate making friends in the French Riviera, and what tips do you have for students looking to build meaningful connections with locals and fellow international students?, Pruser: Going into this experience I was a little worried about making friends while studying abroad because it can be difficult to put yourself out there., In my experience with CEA CAPA, it was easy making quick friends right away., Making French friends is another great way to practice the language, however, that can get difficult., I did end up making a few French friends towards the end of the semester and they helped me with my French, and I helped them with their English., CEA CAPA Insider Study Abroad Experience in the French Riviera
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