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Alumni Spotlight: Samirah Reyes – Studied Abroad in San José
While there, she immersed herself in a different culture and gained new experiences., One academic shock I experienced was the length of classes., In moments of homesickness, what activities or resources did you find most helpful for connecting with your home culture or maintaining a sense of familiarity?
https://www.ceastudyabroad.com/blog/content-creator/2024/06/10/alumni-spotlight-samirah-reyes-studied-abroad-in-san-jose-costa-ricaThe Excitement of Being an Ambassador
When I came back to the states, reverse culture shock hit very hard, the first week of jet lag didn’t help much either.
https://www.ceastudyabroad.com/blog/content-creator/2017/06/15/the-excitement-of-being-an-ambassadorGetting Groovy in Grenoble
I believe I had a bit of Sweden still with me when I went out to explore Grenoble and was a little in shock of how urban Grenoble is!, Although there is a massive language barrier, adjusting to culture shock is difficult and takes time!
https://www.ceastudyabroad.com/blog/content-creator/2016/09/12/getting-groovy-in-grenobleFrom Studying Abroad in Florence to Debuting on 'Shark Tank'
Growing up in an Italian family, I was already in love with the culture, the art, and – of course – the food., I was shocked to find the CEA study center was right in the middle of town, only minutes walking distance from almost every major attraction Florence has to offer., I experienced a whole new way of living... a culture that is completely different than how we live in America, focused vastly more on quality than quantity.
https://www.ceastudyabroad.com/blog/content-creator/2021/03/26/from-studying-abroad-in-florence-to-debuting-on-'shark-tank'My Experience Studying Abroad as an Asian American - Prague
I couldn’t help but notice immediately how different we all were when it came to style, slang, and culture., The Czech environment, however, was the biggest culture shock for me.
https://www.ceastudyabroad.com/blog/content-creator/2023/05/08/my-experience-studying-abroad-as-an-asian-american-pragueFood for Thought
Yes, my friends harass me for this) and entering a country with a totally different food culture was a nerve-wracking combination., Mayonnaise is the ketchup of Costa Rica and I was shocked to discover that., Another shocking food discovery was the amount of hot dogs here., Other than great food, going to local restaurants is a great way to meet Ticos, practice Spanish, and indulge my way through the Costa Rican culture.
https://www.ceastudyabroad.com/blog/content-creator/2016/10/17/food-for-thoughtHow to Spend Time with Family and Friends When They Visit You Abroad
My family visited early into the semester, but late enough for me to be able to plan a wonderful trip for them to experience all the culture of Florence and other regions of Italy!, We also tried the cheese plate that was shockingly fresh, as well as the ribollita, a traditional vegetable bread soup that was fantastic., There are hundreds of paintings and sculptures to fill you with history and culture for a few hours of your day!
https://www.ceastudyabroad.com/blog/content-creator/2022/04/20/how-to-spend-time-with-family-and-friends-when-they-visit-you-abroadSome tips
Also, if you’re anything like me, you like to blend into the local culture and dress like you’ve lived there your whole life., Yeah, everyone tells you this, but have you ever looked back at your old dairies and been shocked at how silly you were?
https://www.ceastudyabroad.com/blog/content-creator/2012/05/14/some-tipsImportance of Community While Studying Abroad in San José
Our closeness comes from living in the same house and experiencing the same culture shock of being in a new country, living together, and going through a different school structure.
https://www.ceastudyabroad.com/blog/content-creator/2024/05/02/importance-of-having-a-community-while-studying-abroad-in-san-joséMaking the Best of Your Schedule Abroad
When you're in a new environment and are left with taking in the culture shock and new routine, it can feel like a challenge deciding how to manage it all.
https://www.ceastudyabroad.com/blog/content-creator/2016/03/15/making-the-best-of-your-schedule-abroadStory Time Redefined
This was a wonderful opportunity not only to engage with the culture and people of Buenos Aires more, but also to give back to the city that has welcomed me with open arms., Apparently, hearing English being spoken by actual “gringas” is somewhat of an odd commodity because the first few words out of our mouths were met with shock and awe, but as we began to read all of that changed.
https://www.ceastudyabroad.com/blog/content-creator/2014/11/12/story-time-redefinedAdvice from a Tica Alumni
Culture shock is very real, don’t be scared.
https://www.ceastudyabroad.com/blog/content-creator/2018/01/18/advice-from-a-tica-alumniFinding Comfort at La Prensa in Seville
All my years of Spanish couldn’t have prepared me for the confusing accent, the culture shock or the feeling of loneliness that comes with suddenly moving away from everyone you know for a few months.
https://www.ceastudyabroad.com/blog/content-creator/2019/11/26/finding-comfort-at-la-prensa-in-sevilleHomesickness: From "BEST DAY EVER" to "I'm Going to Ugly Cry For Two Hours"
For me culture shock and homesickness were like a one-two punch to the gut.
https://www.ceastudyabroad.com/blog/content-creator/2015/09/17/homesickness-from-best-day-ever-to-i'm-going-to-ugly-cry-for-two-hoursI Promise It Gets Better: My Granada Study Abroad Experience
Will I be the only one who experiences this so-called 'culture shock?’
https://www.ceastudyabroad.com/blog/content-creator/2019/10/23/i-promise-it-gets-better-my-granada-study-abroad-experienceA Victorious First Week Abroad
In search for my crocs, I transformed from a Midwest suburbanite used to a grid street system, to a Gringo experiencing culture shock navigating the disorganized Sevillan streets, to a Gringo enjoying every minute of getting lost in the labyrinthine city.
https://www.ceastudyabroad.com/blog/content-creator/2015/02/23/a-victorious-first-week-abroadTraveling Solo While Studying Abroad
There are new experiences to witness, culture shocks to encounter, and a lifetime of memories ahead., I enjoyed the freedom of walking miles to go to a grocery store for the cultural shock that I was waiting to witness.
https://www.ceastudyabroad.com/blog/content-creator/2022/03/07/traveling-solo-while-studying-abroadMy Arrival in Alicante: First Impressions
After dinner, CEA handed out our schedules and talked about some of the differences we would experience and how it could cause some culture shock.
https://www.ceastudyabroad.com/blog/content-creator/2019/06/13/my-arrival-in-alicante-first-impressionsInterview With the CEA Buenos Aires Staff
There is in general a sense of pride in Argentine culture., What is an important part of the history/culture that you find students aren’t aware of before they arrive?, We always tell students when they come that of course the instructors will tell you what goes into the exam and give out mock questions or mock tests to prepare you, but they still find the criteria a little bit shocking.
https://www.ceastudyabroad.com/blog/content-creator/2017/07/27/interview-with-the-cea-buenos-aires-staffHow the French Get Funky
When I began preparing to study in France for the semester, I had absolutely no idea of what to expect in terms of the local student culture., If I’m being honest, though, I wasn’t entirely shocked to discover that by and large, what’s popular in America seems to be equally as popular over here in France.
https://www.ceastudyabroad.com/blog/content-creator/2015/01/17/how-the-french-get-funky