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First-Generation Student's Guide to Studying Abroad in Rome
A First-Generation Student's Guide to Studying Abroad in Rome Being a first-generation college student comes with some challenges, and so does studying abroad ., But, I also learned that making friends with people who do know what they’re doing can be incredibly helpful., I started following the airport signs, darting between fellow travelers, and rolling suitcases, eventually making it to what was maybe the correct gate., Not always going out to eat, valuing window shopping over purchases, and sweet treats or going out with friends was saved for special occasions., But even though things looked bleak, we carried on as best we could, and even had the best day of our whole study abroad trip exploring Venice by wandering through the alleys, meeting eclectic gondoliers we now call friends, and making lasting memories with each other., First-Generation Student's Guide to Studying Abroad in Rome
https://www.ceastudyabroad.com/blog/content-creator/2024/01/29/first-generation-student's-guide-to-studying-abroad-in-romeWhat Studying and Interning Abroad Brought To My Life
Studying abroad brought me so many friends and connections as well as knowledge of London's culture and that of European countries in general., My Study Abroad Experience Studying abroad in London in the Fall, especially around Christmas time was such a blessing as the Christmas-y spirit in London is unique and wonderful like nowhere else., Making sure to watch all the famous Christmas movies filmed in London while you are in London!, The other piece of advice is"¦your friends are everywhere!, I made some great friends in my marketing class and had some great memories with them throughout the entire term!, What Studying and Interning Abroad Brought To My Life
https://www.ceastudyabroad.com/blog/content-creator/2022/04/21/what-studying-and-interning-abroad-brought-to-my-lifeHow to Cope with Post-Study Abroad Sadness
Where are my new friends who go on beach picnics with me and explore new cities with me and drink espressos at sidewalk cafés with me?, Keep in touch with the friends you made in your host city., I was lucky enough to have one of my closest new friends from Antibes live pretty close to me over the summer., Wanderlust is hard to get over, my friends., Intern abroad, join a service trip, teach English in a foreign country, or even study abroad again!, How to Cope with Post-Study Abroad Sadness
https://www.ceastudyabroad.com/blog/content-creator/2016/01/19/how-to-cope-with-post-study-abroad-sadnessA Week of Reasons to Study Abroad in Barcelona
So gather your roommates and friends and head up for a sight you will not regret., What may it be you ask, well just 30+ people standing on top of one another making amazing pyramids and shapes with their bodies., Castleing: are always a good idea... to watch SUNDAY Sunday Funday, the best day of the week (I would say), a time to gather all of your new friends that you have met abroad and take a stroll around the city., Study abroad friends are some of the best!, She studied abroad in Barcelona in the Fall of 2015., A Week of Reasons to Study Abroad in Barcelona
https://www.ceastudyabroad.com/blog/content-creator/2016/08/19/a-week-of-reasons-to-study-abroad-in-barcelonaBe Great, Go Abroad: Greek Life & Studying Abroad
Everyone from the program was extremely helpful in making my experience as amazing as it was., I ended up getting a small group of friends together from my fraternity and we all applied to study abroad program with CEA., So, the only way I can think of making up for that is to spread the word and try to get as many people as possible to experience this opportunity., I went to Spain with three other friends and came back with more than 20., The bonds built while studying abroad are like no other, and traveling the world with your best friends is honestly unbeatable., Be Great, Go Abroad: Greek Life & Studying Abroad
https://www.ceastudyabroad.com/blog/content-creator/2019/09/09/be-great-go-abroad-greek-life-studying-abroadFinding Cultural Familiarity while Studying Abroad in Buenos Aires
As I spoke with my new study abroad classmates, I found that the sentiment was shared among us., My friends and I in front of the gate of Buenos Aires’s Chinatown., One weekend while making our way to the Belgrano Art Fair, we stumbled into a European heritage festival., During the rest of my time abroad, I eagerly tagged along with friends from different cultural backgrounds as they explored the city to find things that reminded them of home., My friends and I were able to discover our cultural niches, making our transition into our new environment much less daunting., Finding Cultural Familiarity while Studying Abroad in Buenos Aires
https://www.ceastudyabroad.com/blog/content-creator/2024/07/31/finding-cultural-familiarity-while-studying-abroad-in-buenos-aires-argentina4 Tips and Tricks for Learning a Foreign Language Abroad
So, here are the top four tips and tricks that I found to help me through the journey of improving my Spanish fluency while living and studying abroad in Seville, Spain. 1., Make friends with the locals., Whether you’re on your daily commute to class, or making a trip to the supermarket, listen to the conversations going on around you., Regardless of your study abroad location, making an effort to learn the native language is the best way to embrace the local culture and become more comfortable in your new city so that you can enjoy your entire study abroad program experience to its full potential!, Caroline Thompson is a CEA Alumni Ambassador who studied abroad in Seville, Spain, during the Spring 2019 semester., 4 Tips and Tricks for Learning a Foreign Language Abroad
https://www.ceastudyabroad.com/blog/content-creator/2020/01/10/4-tips-and-tricks-for-learning-a-foreign-language-abroadTop Chef: CEA Paris
One of the great things about studying abroad in Paris through CEA is that their involvement in making your experience one-of-a-kind extends outside of the classroom., Were we making crepes?, My concern became less about making a good dish and more about making sure I was able to try the other dishes., Café Gourmande was a great way to spend my evening with new French friends, Kirs, and apértifs., I can’t wait to bring back the recipes we learned to America and feel super sophisticated when I try them on my friends.
https://www.ceastudyabroad.com/blog/content-creator/2015/03/09/top-chef-cea-parisStudy Abroad for Under $10,000 Dollars
Luckily your study abroad is one thing that didn’t make the list, in fact studying abroad with CEA is more affordable than ever., Semester study abroad programs are a great way to immerse yourself in the culture and language of your host city., You’ll get to spend four months exploring the city (and surrounding areas), trying local foods, improving your foreign language, and making friends., Bonus – These cities have a lower exchange rate so you’ll have more money to spend while you travel abroad!, No matter what your language level, major, or reason for study abroad CEA has an option that’s right for you., Study Abroad for Under $10,000 Dollars
https://www.ceastudyabroad.com/blog/content-creator/2008/08/13/study-abroad-for-under-$10-000-dollars10 Tips for Life After Study Abroad
The memories, the food, the friends, the local currency still falling out when you go to pay for things., Even though your time abroad is finished, now you get to reconnect with family, friends, your favorite local taco restaurant, and your home campus., Alyse (CEA San Jose)—Senior Alumni Ambassador from Bowling Green State University “Keep in touch with the friends you met abroad!, Offer to volunteer at your school's study abroad office, or even with international students to keep making global connections!, Kathryn (CEA Seville)—Alumni Ambassador from Iowa State University “Make friends with other people who have studied abroad; try to find foods that remind you of where you went; make your own study abroad by finding new places with friends in your campus/town (world markets, parks, and restaurants are a fantastic place to start); or just study abroad again!”, 10 Tips for Life After Study Abroad
https://www.ceastudyabroad.com/blog/content-creator/2014/10/13/10-tips-for-life-after-study-abroadThe Truth about Traveling Abroad
Over our 9 nights of spring break, two friends and I traveled to Glasgow, Scotland, Dublin, Ireland, and Berlin, Germany., When we announce to friends and family members that we are going abroad, they immediately inform us of the most common expectations of the experience., Here are a few common ones along with how I have experienced being abroad instead: "You'll make so many new friends!", Even though yes, it is true that I have made new friends, coming abroad with two of my best friends from home made our relationships even stronger., Still independent from each other, I am so grateful that I spent my time here making memories with the people I love most., The Truth about Traveling Abroad
https://www.ceastudyabroad.com/blog/content-creator/2015/05/21/the-truth-about-traveling-abroadMy Study Abroad City and Me!
Connecting with your study abroad city is a really important step into making an unfamiliar city feel like home., People met up with friends and hang out in the park just as I would do if I were still at home., So that's what I did, brought my everyday life to Barcelona with me and made studying abroad extra special., From visiting my favorite park every other day to relaxing on the beach, this special routine I made for myself really connected me to my study abroad city and has made this amazing opportunity to live somewhere else even more special for me!, My Study Abroad City and Me!
https://www.ceastudyabroad.com/blog/content-creator/2017/11/02/my-study-abroad-city-and-me!Oceans Away from Home: Studying Abroad in Madrid
Studying abroad has always been a dream of mine before I even attended college in the fall of 2016., The thrill of being in a new country and making friends around the globe was something I wanted to experience, but was unsure I would ever be able to do., Coming from Los Angeles, most of my friends are of Mexican descent, with Central and South Americans not being as represented., Being home and looking back at the photos, I miss my friends and our adventures., I am so thankful for CEA for providing me with an opportunity to make lifelong friends at a fairly low cost., Oceans Away from Home: Studying Abroad in Madrid
https://www.ceastudyabroad.com/blog/content-creator/2020/05/16/oceans-away-from-home-studying-abroad-in-madridThe Study Abroad Buildup
When I wrote this, that's how many days I had until I left to study abroad in the land of the Eiffel Tower, the City of Lights, the birthplace of baguettes and crepes in Paris, France., After listening to personal accounts and stories from friends who have returned from studying abroad, I’ve realized that there is a lot I can do to prepare for my journey., One of my good friends bought me a Paris journal to document my time abroad., Bringing pictures of my friends and family from home won’t stop the homesickness and the discomfort I’m prone to feel in an unknown situation., For now, I’m doing the best I can to focus on the things I can control: I’ve been practicing my French, making travel plans, becoming acquainted with the city on Google maps, and going shopping for warm clothes – I’m a Californian; my closet consists of mostly t-shirts and the occasional warm sweater., The Study Abroad Buildup
https://www.ceastudyabroad.com/blog/content-creator/2016/02/11/the-study-abroad-buildupA Foodie’s Guide to Studying Abroad in San José , Costa Rica
The Go-to Restaurants and Cafes of a Student Studying Abroad in Costa Rica While I was so blessed to have my Mama Tica at my homestay make me breakfast and dinner each day, I often need a good lunch spot, cafe to do homework, or a restaurant to try with friends on the weekends., I studied abroad in San José for a semester, and I found some places that I frequented often—sometimes a little too much., The environment is so cute and welcoming, making working there for hours enjoyable!, I made great friends with the employees, as they’re so kind and helpful., They’re a big factor in making the experience so great!, A Foodie’s Guide to Studying Abroad in San José , Costa Rica
https://www.ceastudyabroad.com/blog/content-creator/2024/06/17/a-foodies-guide-to-studying-abroad-in-san-josé-costa-ricaCoolest Parts of Studying Abroad in Sydney, Australia
The Coolest Parts of Studying Abroad in Sydney, Australia Hi, my name is Sam, and I am going to share with you how my study abroad experience in Sydney, Australia is going., I changed my mind; the best part of my time abroad was the Wagyu burger I ate with CEA CAPA when I arrived., After making some new friends in Featherdale Park CEA CAPA organized a trip to a must-see spot during my time in Sydney; we went to the Blue Mountains., However, despite the food, awesome experiences, and hands-on activities, there is one aspect of this trip that stands alone as the best part: the social aspect of making new friends., Every Saturday since I have been here I have gone to watch and every Saturday I am entertained and smiling with friends., Coolest Parts of Studying Abroad in Sydney, Australia
https://www.ceastudyabroad.com/blog/content-creator/2024/08/27/coolest-parts-of-studying-abroad-in-sydney-australiaBuenos Aires Housing 101
In Buenos Aires, there are three types of housing for abroad students – apartments, homestays, and residencia., From what I’ve heard from friends, experiences in homestays vary., Others live with a professional chef, making dinners a favorite part of the day., Wi-Fi is better in the residencia than it is in any homestay that I’ve heard of, making homework assignments much easier to complete., While some of my friends pass the time on their own, I always have someone to interact with.
https://www.ceastudyabroad.com/blog/content-creator/2015/10/13/buenos-aires-housing-101From Studying Abroad in Florence to Debuting on 'Shark Tank'
CEA does an incredible job of making sure you have a fully immersive study abroad program experience., My professors were incredible, making class fun and engaging, and always prioritizing getting us out into town as much as possible., Free time was spent roaming the city with my friends from class., My friends and I ventured off to Capri, Venice, the Cinque Terre, Pisa, Siena, and more., Haley Pavone is a CEA alumna who studied abroad in Florence, Italy, during the Summer 2016 term., From Studying Abroad in Florence to Debuting on 'Shark Tank'
https://www.ceastudyabroad.com/blog/content-creator/2021/03/26/from-studying-abroad-in-florence-to-debuting-on-'shark-tank'En Route to Europe: My Study & Internship Abroad Experience
I studied and interned abroad in London, England, this past summer., One of the best things to come out of this whole adventure was definitely making awesome friends., Other than studying, working, and making great friends, I did another more obvious task --- exploring!, One weekend I went to Amsterdam with a few of the close friends I made in the program., If you are reading this and thinking about studying abroad or interning abroad, I simply have this to say -- go!, En Route to Europe: My Study & Internship Abroad Experience
https://www.ceastudyabroad.com/blog/content-creator/2019/09/30/en-route-to-europe-my-study-internship-abroad-experienceMy CEA Study Abroad Experience in Barcelona, Spain
As an Italian European student studying abroad in the United States, going back for a semester to Europe, in Barcelona, with an American program, was not an easy decision., I had to reflect a lot about future opportunities to decide what was the best thing to do, and also on campus, I was living an almost perfect life -- I created my comfort zone, and I was making the most of my experience in America., However, making the most of my experience at my university also means becoming open-minded and getting to know the many international students on campus., I always like to pursue avenues of self-improvement, too, and I knew my university was offering some cool study abroad programs., Carlo Pezzana is a CEA Alumni Ambassador who studied abroad in Barcelona, Spain, during the Spring 2020 semester., My CEA Study Abroad Experience in Barcelona, Spain
https://www.ceastudyabroad.com/blog/content-creator/2020/12/03/my-cea-study-abroad-experience-in-barcelona-spain- 1
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