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Small Town, Big Memories: Studying Abroad in the French Riviera
This town offered an authentic feel of French culture with locals who were welcoming., Meanwhile, in a smaller town, everything you will need is within walking distance, making it easy to get a hang of things and not feel as much of the impact of culture shock., Living in a smaller town definitely made culture shock very real.
https://www.ceastudyabroad.com/blog/content-creator/2019/08/15/small-town-big-memories-studying-abroad-in-the-french-rivieraStudying Abroad as a Latina First-Generation College Student
After spending two months living in Alicante, I have learned a lot about myself as well as the culture., I have also found similarities within my Dominican culture, especially la hora de la siesta., I did experience some culture shock, specifically in regards to what defines one’s personal space here in Spain.
https://www.ceastudyabroad.com/blog/content-creator/2019/11/07/studying-abroad-as-a-latina-first-generation-college-studentBehind the Scenes: CEA Alumni Relations Associate
I want to provide support for our Ambassadors and Alumni while they experience re-entry culture shock and are adjusting back to life in the states.
https://www.ceastudyabroad.com/blog/content-creator/2015/01/28/behind-the-scenes-cea-alumni-relations-associateDon't Say Bye Yet
It is sometimes inevitable for our students to experience culture shock and feel homesick.
https://www.ceastudyabroad.com/blog/content-creator/2017/11/13/don't-say-bye-yetGranada, you have my heart.
Yes, I am thrilled to go back to the states to see my friends and family, because I have suffered quite a few bouts of homesickness in regards to them, but I also need to remind myself of the homesickness for Granada that I will experience upon my return, as well as the culture shock (yes, that’ll happen to me once I’m back home!).
https://www.ceastudyabroad.com/blog/content-creator/2012/05/08/granada-you-have-my-heartTaking Care of Your Physical & Mental Health Abroad
Whether you’re dealing with culture shock, homesickness, illness or injuries, there are many things you can do to help deal with and prevent these issues.
https://www.ceastudyabroad.com/blog/content-creator/2018/12/05/taking-care-of-your-physical-mental-health-abroadTwo Brothers, Two Cities: Finding Identity Through Study Abroad
The culture shock of a European city--alcohol sales, public displays of affection, and Caucasian people--was an adjustment for him., I tried to ease his difficulty with reverse culture shock.
https://www.ceastudyabroad.com/blog/content-creator/2014/07/10/two-brothers-two-cities-finding-identity-through-study-abroadThe Conference Every Study Abroad Returnee Needs to Attend
The second breakout session I attended was “No Place Like Home: Addressing Reverse Culture Shock Upon Return.”
https://www.ceastudyabroad.com/blog/content-creator/2018/12/06/the-conference-every-study-abroad-returnee-needs-to-attendOvercoming Language Barriers in Spain
Hoping to avoid some of the extreme culture shock that would come with living in a place with vastly different living conditions for my first real experience outside the U.S., I narrowed it down to a European country., In a foreign country, there are countless opportunities to practice language learning, and making a point to speak it every single day will not only be crucial in your language development, but will also allow you to feel like you are more integrated into the culture you're surrounded by., This exposure to diversity has not only fortified my appreciation for human culture and creativity, but has also made me confident that I can travel, survive, and thrive in many more environments than I had previously imagined.
https://www.ceastudyabroad.com/blog/content-creator/2019/12/20/overcoming-language-barriers-in-spainTravel Is A Constant In My Life | Part 1
CEA: What helped you adjust to reverse culture shock and deal with re-entry?, Writing is what helped me make it through reverse culture shock and re-entry then, and it’s what continues to help me now.
https://www.ceastudyabroad.com/blog/content-creator/2018/02/27/travel-is-a-constant-in-my-life-part-18 Reasons You Should be a CEA Alumni Ambassador
Not only did the program assist me with reentry culture shock, but my position as an Ambassador additionally aided me in discovering a new future career path., I started to think more globally, which came easy since I was submersed in such a different culture.
https://www.ceastudyabroad.com/blog/content-creator/2014/06/30/8-reasons-you-should-be-a-cea-alumni-ambassadorBring Your Hobby to Study Abroad (Especially if it's Ukulele)
Whether it’s culture shock, the language barrier, or just having a bad day, there are going to be bad days during study abroad, and that’s okay!, If you’re feeling homesick or culture shocked, you will likely not want to go out.
https://www.ceastudyabroad.com/blog/content-creator/2015/03/06/bring-your-hobby-to-study-abroad-(especially-if-it's-ukulele)Arriving in Ireland
But what really made me laugh was when he asked if I had ever been to Ireland before and when I said no, he looked at me with a shocked face., Our first weekend was a great mix of tourist activities and local culture.
https://www.ceastudyabroad.com/blog/content-creator/2016/02/05/arriving-in-irelandHow to Survive Your First Week Abroad
There’s jet lag, culture shock, language barriers, and just the fact that you’re trying to learn how to navigate around a new city., During orientation week, you’ll be trying to make connections to your own culture and customs, rather than accept the differences.
https://www.ceastudyabroad.com/blog/content-creator/2015/02/16/how-to-survive-your-first-week-abroadHow Studying Abroad in Dublin Opened Doors for Me
I learned how to be culturally conscious, saw how other people lived in the world, and functioned in a company with a radically different work culture than what I had known in the U.S., Although I would never renege on going to Ireland, I had originally considering going to Vietnam instead, and my parents convinced me to go to Europe, saying it would be less of a culture shock.
https://www.ceastudyabroad.com/blog/content-creator/2021/10/19/how-studying-abroad-in-dublin-opened-doors-for-meIt's the Little Things
I grew up in a small town outside of Chicago and attend college in an even smaller town in Ohio, so my first few days in Barcelona were filled with culture shock in more ways than one.
https://www.ceastudyabroad.com/blog/content-creator/2016/09/26/it's-the-little-thingsVolunteer While You're Here
One of my roommates and I went together, and we were shocked to learn how many different kinds of volunteer positions were available., I was excited to learn about unique ways to get more immersed in the culture and meet local people.
https://www.ceastudyabroad.com/blog/content-creator/2017/03/28/volunteer-while-you're-hereCEA Alicante On-site Ambassador: Study Abroad From the Other Side
It didn’t take long to recognize the culture shock overcoming and confusing the new students., It was funny and interesting for me to observe the process this time because of how familiar I am now with the Spanish culture., The first night is always the most shocking for students.
https://www.ceastudyabroad.com/blog/content-creator/2014/05/28/cea-alicante-on-site-ambassador-study-abroad-from-the-other-sideExploring Life Outside a Small Town: My Global Internship Story
As soon as I got to the University of Iowa, I had the first culture shock of my life., Coming from a town where everyone is the same, I am amazed more and more every day by the amazing culture of people from Prague.
https://www.ceastudyabroad.com/blog/content-creator/2021/07/01/exploring-life-outside-a-small-town-my-global-internship-storyThe Importance of Being Black and Going Abroad
Through their research, they found that African Americans spend about $63 billion in travel per year and were shocked that they rarely saw representation., While studying in Paris, I was shocked to see that in certain arrondissements, (the French word for what could translate to "districts") the African population was much more dominant., In these parts of the city, you would find quite a few products unique to African culture., There's no question that Africans and people of color, are major contributors to the culture of any community., You will be shocked to find that everywhere in the world, people of color always pushed through to create a difference.
https://www.ceastudyabroad.com/blog/content-creator/2019/02/20/the-importance-of-being-black-and-going-abroad