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Joining “The Night Club,” a Woman-led Run Club in London

I don’t run outside often; I prefer running on the treadmill. It feels safer, easier to control, and a little less unpredictable. But on September 27th, I joined the first ever “The Night Club” run, a 5K through London’s lush and spacious Hyde Park, surrounded…

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Australia

Australia Highlights

My name is Katelin Magyar, and I studied abroad in Australia during the fall semester of my junior year. Studying in Australia was completely different from anything I had experienced academically and socially. From snorkeling on the great barrier reef…

Katy Magyar

Activities, Events, & Excursions

When in Rome, do as the Romans Do

As the semester comes to an end, I found myself restless with how I could spend the last few days in London in an enjoyable way— and, above all, a way that would be meaningful enough for me to remember when I’m back home. I knew that when I would inevitably…

Angelie Quimbo

Academics Abroad

Navigating the British Education System

When thinking about the culture shocks I would experience when studying abroad in London, I thought about all of the stereotypical things: cars on the other side of the road or slang I might not understand. However, one of the biggest things that I wish…

Mackenzie Sheehy

Italy

A Postcard from Positano

Studying abroad in Sorrento comes with many perks, one of the best being stunning views of the Amalfi Coast, just 30 minutes away. Positano, known for its vibrant small-town charm and sandy beaches, is a must-see on my list. As I wandered through its…

Olivia Stone

Activities, Events, & Excursions

Highlights of the London Theatre Scene

One of the reasons I was so excited to study abroad in London was because the city has such an amazing theatre culture! London has been a hub for theatre since its first playhouse - "The Theatre" - was built in 1576. Fun fact: the first woman actor in…

Avery M. Porter

Latin America

Transition to Costa Rica for Semester Students

Originally published by Augsburg CGEE – reposted with permission. This is a guest blog post from our student, Kaela Hawkins, Spelman College.  Kaela studied abroad on the semester program, “New Activisms, Human Rights and Social Justice” which travels…

Arcadia Abroad

England/Wales

A Weekend in Paris

When I first received my acceptance to study in London for the fall semester, I was very excited to be in Europe. I was excited to be immersed in the vast histories and cultures that different regions had to offer. Specifically, I had always dreamt of…

Angelie Quimbo

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