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Hey everyone! I’m Samantha, a third-year student at the University of California, Berkeley. I am so excited to study abroad in Madrid next semester and document...

Studying abroad is a transformative adventure that challenges you to grow mentally, emotionally, and culturally. From my journey moving from Vietnam to the U.S...

Living in a new place where I don’t speak the language can be challenging, but slowly but surely I have been learning and gaining confidence.

Studying abroad offers a transformative experience filled with growth, adventure, and self-exploration, pushing you beyond your comfort zone. In this post, I...

Notes on departure complications.

Almost ready for Granada! Reflecting on why I chose Granada, and talking out some pre-abroad jitters.

Join me on my flight, my first steps in Spain, and a quick tour of Universidad de Salamanca all in the first 24 hours of landing!

There and Back Again, Part 1: scholarship applications, booking my flight, and lots of waiting

First blog post prior to departing for my semester abroad in Paris with IES Abroad.