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3 days, 3 lessons in San José
Going to the wrong class was a silly mistake, but making mistakes is a huge part of being abroad., Making friends abroad is as easy as being back in that sandbox at the park., I found that other students studying abroad in San Jose wanted to make friends just as much as I did and all it took was a simple introduction and the confidence to step out of my comfort zone., For me, the greatest part about making friends here in Costa Rica is that so many other students are just like me., Try new food and make new friends.
https://www.ceastudyabroad.com/blog/content-creator/2016/09/15/3-days-3-lessons-in-san-joséWhat to Expect While Studying in Alicante
Studying abroad is one of the best experiences there is., Studying abroad in Alicante, Spain, well, there's something magical about travelling where so many people write about and experiencing all the travel books have to offer., Learning Spainish in a Spanish country is the best way, making memories on the Mediterranean with new friends is the only way., How easy it is to make friends in Spain!”
https://www.ceastudyabroad.com/blog/content-creator/2016/04/17/what-to-expect-while-studying-in-alicante5 Things I Miss Most About Studying Abroad in Prague
5 Things I'll Miss Most from my CEA Study Abroad Experience in Prague When I first arrived to study abroad in Prague, I felt overwhelmed and unsure about how I'd survive in an unfamiliar place for an entire semester., Where else can you leave class with your friends to grab coffee and hang out in a beautiful garden, surrounded by flowers and peacocks, all without leaving campus?, Prague has several beautiful parks and paths along the river, making for very scenic runs (and frequent stops to take pictures)., After months of living together, these five perfect strangers, from institutions scattered all over the U.S., became some of my closest friends., We toured cathedrals and historical landmarks across the city together and they were all an important part of making Prague feel like home during our semester abroad., 5 Things I Miss Most About Studying Abroad in Prague
https://www.ceastudyabroad.com/blog/content-creator/2022/12/05/5-things-i-miss-most-about-studying-abroad-in-prague4 Tips to Stay Happy & Healthy While Abroad
Friends studying abroad, here are my tips to staying mentally and physically healthy while abroad., Before my journey to Spain, I had friends in the US that I communicated with on a daily basis, and upon my arrival, I had to accept that this wouldn’t be the case anymore., Tip 2: Embrace New People Starting study abroad is just like starting college all over again., I hadn’t really taken into account the whole “making new friends… again” aspect of this semester, but it definitely hit me when I walked into class, sat down, and introduced myself in Spanish to the Korean girl next to me., 4 Tips to Stay Happy & Healthy While Abroad
https://www.ceastudyabroad.com/blog/content-creator/2016/12/26/4-tips-to-stay-happy-healthy-while-abroadThe 5 Don'ts of Studying Abroad
Although it is impossible to prevent you from making all mistakes, the following five ‘Don’ts’ will help you make the most of your adventure abroad!, You talked to friends or classmates who have studied abroad and even met people from the destination to which you’re traveling., You will many mistakes while studying abroad., If you are not making some mistakes, then you are not progressing as much as you could be., He is the Student Services Representative at Diversity Abroad., The 5 Don'ts of Studying Abroad
https://www.ceastudyabroad.com/blog/content-creator/2011/12/21/the-5-don'ts-of-studying-abroadPutting the "Study" in Study Abroad
It's comforting to have people who are in the exact same situation as you as far as being in a new country goes, and they're friends that you'll be able to stay in touch with once you get home as well., The buddy program pairs you with a French student at the same language level as you so you can learn or perfect your French while making a lasting friendship in Aix., We spent the day learning about the wine making process and, of course, tasting!, Entrance to Chateau Calissanne All in all, IAU has already provided an amazing study abroad experience and I absolutely can't wait to keep making memories this semester with their help!, Putting the "Study" in Study Abroad
https://www.ceastudyabroad.com/blog/content-creator/2016/03/04/putting-the-study-in-study-abroadReflecting on my Time Abroad in Chile
I will be truthful: studying abroad not only changes who you are on the inside, but also allows you to feel alive., Going abroad for many is a chance to be away from all those identities, which defines us., It's a chance to be away from your friends, families, and most importantly, obligations., “Studying abroad is like being given million dollars to just blow on something you want to do., That achievement of making a completely foreign place your home is an amazing feat., Reflecting on my Time Abroad in Chile
https://www.ceastudyabroad.com/blog/content-creator/2015/01/17/reflecting-on-my-time-abroad-in-chileBiggest Fear or Greatest Memory?
From the moment I knew I was going to study abroad, I started thinking about the things I would see and experience., I did fear, however, making friends while here., However, it turns out that my friends I have made here in France are the best part of my study abroad experience.
https://www.ceastudyabroad.com/blog/content-creator/2017/05/23/biggest-fear-or-greatest-memory3 Best Aspects of Studying Abroad in San José, Costa Rica
The Top Reasons I’m So Glad I Studied Abroad in San José The idea of studying abroad sounded appealing to me, but I never knew if it was something I could actually do., I am so blessed to have found people I consider to be my best friends, and that would not have been possible without this study abroad experience., My friends and I enjoying some ice cream together., My friends and I at a cooking class provided by CEA CAPA., I would not trade this time for anything, and CEA CAPA has been a big factor in making the experience so great!, 3 Best Aspects of Studying Abroad in San José, Costa Rica
https://www.ceastudyabroad.com/blog/content-creator/2024/07/22/three-best-parts-of-my-study-abroad-experience-in-san-jose-costa-rica6 Things You Learn Abroad
I miss my dog, my friends, my family and of course Chik Fil A., Not to mention all my friends in the states are 7 hours behind me, and like to FaceTime me at 2 a.m. my time., I can definitely attest to being addicted to my phone, but abroad has absolutely helped me to be more in the moment., Making a wish in the Trevi Fountain Soaking up some sun in Ibiza You’ll have the time of your life I’ve visited 11 countries over the course of my stay here., I’ve made some amazing friends, and have become pretty fluent in Spanish., 6 Things You Learn Abroad
https://www.ceastudyabroad.com/blog/content-creator/2017/05/17/6-things-you-learn-abroadHow To Take Care of Your Mental and Physical Health When You Study Abroad
It's part of the natural adjustment that comes with traveling and living abroad., You will have the opportunity to experience this journey with students from across the country which is a neat chance to make new friends-take advantage of this!, Making time for yourself may mean having to say no to other plans and things you may really want to do, but don't feel up for at that time., Additionally, mental health should not be tackled alone-check in on your fellow peers, friends, and roommates to ensure they are doing well., Physical health can also be a challenge to maintain while abroad., How To Take Care of Your Mental and Physical Health When You Study Abroad
https://www.ceastudyabroad.com/blog/content-creator/2023/03/21/how-to-take-care-of-your-mental-and-physical-health-when-you-study-abroadAdventure Awaits: Capturing Your Memories from Abroad
Before traveling abroad, my friends who had previously gone on this amazing journey gave me countless amounts of advice, but they said the most important thing a person could do when traveling and studying abroad, is to keep a journal., This journal certainly becomes a time capsule of your time abroad., For example, when I went to Interlaken, Switzerland, my friends and I went paragliding, went on a pub crawl, and participated in a chocolate-making class, so I kept the flyers from those activities, as well as my plane ticket along with the postcard I got within the dated pages where I wrote about my trip to Switzerland., Your friends, family, and yourself will certainly be grateful that you did., Kelly Nizolek is a CEA alumna who studied abroad in Barcelona, Spain, during the Spring 2019 semester., Adventure Awaits: Capturing Your Memories from Abroad
https://www.ceastudyabroad.com/blog/content-creator/2019/07/03/adventure-awaits-capturing-your-memories-from-abroadAbroad in Prague: First Impressions and Obstacles
Studying abroad in Prague was a no-question decision for me., International professors provide fresh perspectives and insight, you get to meet international students in your classes, and you become friends with other study abroad students who come from all over the United States., Not to mention, the chance to become friends with some incredibly kind locals is a one of a kind opportunity., As with any major life change, I did have some worries about going abroad., It’s not hard to navigate, the language barrier is manageable, the food is wonderful, and making friends is so much easier than I imagined., Abroad in Prague: First Impressions and Obstacles
https://www.ceastudyabroad.com/blog/content-creator/2018/09/25/abroad-in-prague-first-impressions-and-obstaclesLearning Resilience & Adaptability Studying Abroad in Florence
What I Learned About Resilience and Adaptability During a Study Abroad Semester in Florence Studying abroad is not an all-glorious or all-joyful experience., Going through the many photos I took while abroad, I noticed that a majority of them were taken after achieving or accomplishing something, like reaching the top of Florence's Bell Tower, getting to the summit of a really steep hill in Siena or Cinque Terre, or making it to the end of the semester having made a few lifelong friends ., I was not only physically exhausted, but mentally and emotionally exhausted from trying to keep up with my friends, who were walking way faster., I was proud of myself for making it to the top and to the end of the semester., Brandon is the closest friend I made abroad., Learning Resilience & Adaptability Studying Abroad in Florence
https://www.ceastudyabroad.com/blog/content-creator/2024/08/14/learning-resilience-and-adaptability-studying-abroad-in-florence-italyBring Your Hobby to Study Abroad (Especially if it's Ukulele)
If that’s the goal for study abroad packing, I have failed miserably., It’s amazed me how many study abroad students forget to bring their hobbies with them abroad., I unpacked my ukulele and played a few songs in my room and it was so helpful in making me feel more at home., Doing something that I would normally do at home in my new environment helped me transition smoothly by making a connection between the two., If it’s a little more social, you and use it as a tool to make new friends and connect with your host family., Bring Your Hobby to Study Abroad (Especially if it's Ukulele)
https://www.ceastudyabroad.com/blog/content-creator/2015/03/06/bring-your-hobby-to-study-abroad-(especially-if-it's-ukulele)5 Things I Wish I Knew Before Studying Abroad in Paris
I learned that 20 euros at Monoprix could quite literally buy you the world, and enough for 3-5 friends., But it is the wrong that makes for hilarious stories when you come home from study abroad all together., Studying abroad in a foreign city as an American has its challenges, but also many exciting perks as well., I made new, and true friends, fell in love (of course, right?), Nuit Blanche is a perfect example of this, as well as making museums free on the first Sunday of every month, or the discounted rates for youths and students., 5 Things I Wish I Knew Before Studying Abroad in Paris
https://www.ceastudyabroad.com/blog/content-creator/2020/10/21/5-things-i-wish-i-knew-before-studying-abroad-in-parisFinding Identity while Studying Abroad in Barcelona
Igniting Identity and Finding Independence while Studying Abroad in Barcelona, Spain Before studying abroad , I was extremely timid and afraid of change., Going into the experience, I didn’t have any close friends who were doing my study abroad program., The first two weeks were very emotionally isolated, but the CEA CAPA staff did the utmost amazing job making each student feel supported and included with the different events and socials they planned., This was the turning point in my experience abroad where I feel I really made true friends!, I’m forever thankful for the CEA CAPA staff and this program for bringing me lifelong friends and transforming me into a confident individual., Finding Identity while Studying Abroad in Barcelona
https://www.ceastudyabroad.com/blog/content-creator/2024/05/09/finding-identity-and-independence-while-studying-abroad-in-barcelonaHow Living in London Has Changed Me
Pre-London Julia Julia before studying abroad in London., A little bit of context: Making Friends Since 11th grade, I've been an international student studying in the US, and I have always had trouble making friends., Of course, I wanted friends, who doesn't?, type of friends., I am truly grateful for my CEA CAPA study abroad and internship abroad experience, for the change it has kickstarted in me, and for what is to come.
https://www.ceastudyabroad.com/blog/content-creator/2022/02/04/how-living-in-london-has-changed-meStudy Abroad: It's Important for Post-Grad Too
But I think the better question would be: what lessons from study abroad don’t stick with us after graduation?, I have made friends from Massachusetts, California, Colorado, New York, as well as some from Dominical, Puerto Viejo, and Montezuma and Costa Rica., But along with the friends I’ve made, the program has been very useful in making some contacts that could be useful later on in my career., In a nutshell, adventure has become a top priority of mine during my study abroad experience., Study abroad can teach us a lot about different host countries, other people, and ourselves., Study Abroad: It's Important for Post-Grad Too
https://www.ceastudyabroad.com/blog/content-creator/2013/04/09/study-abroad-it's-important-for-post-grad-tooStudying Abroad in Europe – Photos of Personal Growth & Joy
A Visual of Personal Growth and Cultural Joy: Studying Abroad in Europe In Spring ‘23, I embarked on a journey across Europe, specifically by studying abroad in Barcelona with CEA CAPA., Exploring ancient wonders with my friend Sydney by my side while making memories against the timeless backdrop of the Colosseum in Rome!, One of our first weeks in Barcelona with the beautiful Sagrada in the background with my favorite CEA CAPA friends!, My friends that I met in a cooking class in Barcelona., Personal Growth from Studying Abroad My study abroad journey also prompted my own self-evolution and appreciation for diverse cultures and identity, realizing how often we take our own cultural norms for granted in America., Studying Abroad in Europe – Photos of Personal Growth & Joy
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