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Public Transit as a Passport
At the beginning of my study abroad experience, one of the things I was most worried about was how I would make my time abroad count., Since I would only be studying abroad in Paris for a month, I wouldn’t really have time to go explore other countries., Making friends is an important part of studying abroad, and I’m so glad I met the people who I got to know thanks to my program, but that didn’t mean they always wanted to do everything I wanted to, especially when it meant leaving the house when it was pouring rain outside!, However, even if you’ve never tried it before, going abroad is a great place to take advantage of the world of public transportation if it’s available to you., Most of all, it helps with that self-reliance thing that people always mention when studying abroad.
https://www.ceastudyabroad.com/blog/content-creator/2020/01/10/public-transit-as-a-passport4 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-abroadI'll Always Have Paris
Getting to study abroad in Paris was the way that I got to finally live my dream of calling the city my home -- at least for a semester., With talk of this cultural experience studying abroad, and getting to really know Paris, I had several people warning me that living in the French capital will reveal new sides of Paris to me, dulling the sparkling love I felt for it, and showing me perhaps the truth that I don't actually want to live in Paris, and that it's not like it is in the movies -- and that I will grow tired of it., I have made several French and European friends who were instrumental in my learning about the French culture and improving my French conversational skills, and it doesn't hurt to add that they are some of the richest and most beautiful friendships and relationships I have ever encountered, making the "au revoirs" all the more painful, in which we turned them into "à bientôts" instead., Lauren Malestic is a Fall 2019 CEA alumna who studied abroad in Paris, France.
https://www.ceastudyabroad.com/blog/content-creator/2019/12/24/i'll-always-have-parisOvercoming Language Barriers in Spain
When I decided to study abroad, I had only two basic criteria: my destination had to be in a Spanish-speaking country and on a coastline, of course., I won’t lie; the first couple weeks were a little overwhelming, but I tried to channel that nervous energy into energy I could use to speak without being afraid of making mistakes., Talking with friends from the program, the on-site staff, and friends I’ve made in Spain has also been invaluable to the improvement of my verbal skills., Language is one of the primary ways in which studying abroad has increased my love and appreciation for life and the people in it., Holly Hiatt is a Fall 2019 CEA Content Contributor who studied abroad in Alicante, Spain.
https://www.ceastudyabroad.com/blog/content-creator/2019/12/20/overcoming-language-barriers-in-spainDiary of an International Intern: Seville, Spain
Interning abroad has been one of the most beautiful, frustrating and rewarding experiences of my life., I hope I can become close friends with the boys., We had a meeting on Monday where we discussed budget cuts, and everyone was so passionate, talking over one another and making big gestures.
https://www.ceastudyabroad.com/blog/content-creator/2019/12/09/diary-of-an-international-intern-seville-spainHow to Find Yourself, And Your Career, Abroad
This semester, I decided to take a chance and study abroad in Prague!, While many study abroad earlier in their school career, I decided to wait until closer to my graduation date so I could begin to network and lay down roots abroad that will help me move back here in the near future., What I wasn’t expecting through my study abroad program experience was to come face-to-face with the concept of anonymity, find my focal point to branch my career off of, and finally utter the cliché “I studied abroad in Europe and it changed my life” and mean it., My friends and I even play a game called “How far can we walk without running into someone that Lauren knows?”, I’ve never had a problem making friends and being social, but I do have a bad habit of clinging to the first thing that shows me kindness and interest., How to Find Yourself, And Your Career, Abroad
https://www.ceastudyabroad.com/blog/content-creator/2019/12/09/how-to-find-yourself-and-your-career-abroadMy Journey: Studying Abroad as a First-Generation College Student
“A dream come true” is how I describe my study abroad program experience to anyone who asks., He would tell me how he and his friends would go to the rooftop of where they lived and look over to the other side of the wall., Most people ask me: why not study abroad in Spain if you know Spanish?, I urge you to study abroad -- if not for a whole semester like I did, then at least for a summer., For me, making my family proud is priceless., My Journey: Studying Abroad as a First-Generation College Student
https://www.ceastudyabroad.com/blog/content-creator/2019/11/06/my-journey-studying-abroad-as-a-first-generation-college-studentEn 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-experienceHow to be a Respectful Guest in Your Host Country
Think of living abroad as being a guest in the locals’ home., Making the simple changes to adapt to their social norms can make the biggest difference in how you are perceived by locals., Look Up from Your Phone Staying in contact with friends and family back home is important when you’re abroad, but try to avoid checking your phone at inconvenient or inappropriate times., It will also help you avoid bumping into locals and making them angry (from personal experience, this is not fun)., My best advice is to make friends with locals, step outside your comfort zone, and challenge yourself to invite change into your life.
https://www.ceastudyabroad.com/blog/content-creator/2019/09/30/how-to-be-a-respectful-guest-in-your-host-countryStudying Abroad as a College Athlete
Studying Abroad vs., Will there be opportunities for me to practice abroad?, Not only did I miss Illinois State and my rugby team, but I also started to miss my family and friends and all of the things I couldn’t find in Prague (really good sushi was definitely one of those things)., Exploring the Charles Bridge with my roommates and other friends from the program in an apartment below us., And finally, making sure I took time for myself to relax and soak it all in was important too., Studying Abroad as a College Athlete
https://www.ceastudyabroad.com/blog/content-creator/2019/09/25/studying-abroad-as-a-college-athleteMy 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-pragueBe 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-abroadTake Me Back to Prague
My time studying abroad in Prague brought many things into my life -- whether it be new experiences, amazing new friends, a different perspective on cultures, and of course, how the class I took abroad helped me grow the knowledge of democracies in different societies., My five close friends and I decided to go to Austria for our first weekend abroad., From visits to Prague’s castle and walking tours around the city to guest lectures, the CEA staff made sure we were making the most of our time and learning the culture and history of Prague., Our final weekend abroad was one of my favorites as well., My friends and I had not only fostered amazing connections with each other, but also with the city itself.
https://www.ceastudyabroad.com/blog/content-creator/2019/09/03/take-me-back-to-pragueMeet the Fall 2019 CEA MOJO Team!
I’m most looking forward to making new friends from all over the world., I hope the friends I meet are up for weekend travel adventures because I can’t wait to explore new destinations., I’m most looking forward to making new connections and meeting new people, whether they be other international students or Parisians., Everything I know is mostly self-taught or assistance from friends or family., Fun facts: I love going dancing with friends, playing volleyball and solo traveling.
https://www.ceastudyabroad.com/blog/content-creator/2019/08/23/meet-the-fall-2019-cea-mojo-team!Small Town, Big Memories: Studying Abroad in the French Riviera
Anxious, overwhelmed, scared, excited: all feelings that come naturally when you are on the verge of making a big decision -- a decision such as studying abroad., I spent the Spring 2019 semester in Antibes, France, which was somewhere I'd never heard of before finding CEA Study Abroad., Waking up in the mornings to the hustle and bustle of a city sounds great to some (myself included), but I found it comforting to be able to go to a small bakery on my way to school and greet the locals who, after a few months, will know you by name and feel like your friends., 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., As students who are studying abroad in Europe, I know one of the biggest things we want to achieve is travel -- since everywhere is so close in proximity and flights can be cheap., Small Town, Big Memories: Studying Abroad in the French Riviera
https://www.ceastudyabroad.com/blog/content-creator/2019/08/15/small-town-big-memories-studying-abroad-in-the-french-rivieraQ&A: Interning in Buenos Aires, Argentina
Doing this can yield positives: new friends, new opportunities, a boost in your confidence — and new understandings of their culture., I did not know where I would be working until the week of going abroad!, On the side, I would love to “coffee crawl,” meet up with friends for merienda and, most importantly— take Argentine Tango lessons weekly with the locals!, How did you manage your time between your internship commitment, classes, social activities (including balancing time between study abroad friends and locals) and travel?, The first week is crucial in making a friendly impression of yourself, since you will be seeing these people for the time frame you are working.
https://www.ceastudyabroad.com/blog/content-creator/2019/08/09/q-a-interning-in-buenos-aires-argentinaA Tale of Two New CEA Cities
I was able to visit Amsterdam twice in total during my time studying abroad., The warm waffles melt in your mouth, making each bite better than the last., The cod has outstanding quality and is deliciously flavored, making for a great lunch., My friends and I ordered from different vendors and ate family-style., Honestly, they are a great way to spend an afternoon with some newfound friends.
https://www.ceastudyabroad.com/blog/content-creator/2019/07/31/a-tale-of-two-new-cea-citiesGranada Student Spotlight: Marlyse Martin
Anastasia Kingsley: What were some goals you had for studying abroad when you came to Spain?, Marlyse: I had two goals in mind when I came to study abroad in Granada., They have done such a wonderful job of accommodating us and making us feel supported through anything we have needed., AK: Would you encourage other students with your major/minor to study abroad in Granada?, I made sure to get schoolwork done during the daytime before going out with friends at night.
https://www.ceastudyabroad.com/blog/content-creator/2019/07/29/granada-student-spotlight-marlyse-martinMy Journey Through Culture Shock & Homesickness
I have been a part of two study abroad programs now., Studying abroad is something that I always wanted to do., I found the best way to handle everything was to just confide in my family and the friends I made while abroad about the stress and loneliness I felt., The trick basically was making a little piece of my old home in my new home -- including making sure to still keep in contact with my family and friends back home as well as becoming closer with my new friends and host family in my Spain., Most of all, I missed my friends, and I was 1000% that annoying study abroad kid who talked about Spain and how much I missed being abroad.
https://www.ceastudyabroad.com/blog/content-creator/2019/07/29/my-journey-through-culture-shock-homesicknessHandling 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
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