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Congratulations, you just made the journey from the United States and have arrived in your new home abroad! Check out what my experience was like through the...

A survival guide for your first week: helpful Italian words/phrases, some culture shocks, and advice to help with adjustment.

4 tips to settling into your new home for the next few months!

Landing in Barcelona, I faced a few hiccups but was blown away by how kind and helpful everyone was. From navigating the airport to checking in at the IES...

There and Back Again, Part 5: I talk about Freshers week, housing, and what it’s like to be a visiting student at Oxford University.

There and Back Again, Part 4: I attempt to demystify the prestigious, old, and confusing tutorial system at Oxford.

There and Back Again Part 2: Orientation, practical tips, and reflections on making friends.

Orientation Week at IES has been informative and comprehensive, but never boring. I'm settling in nicely and am excited to get to know the city even better!

Sharing my thoughts after nearly three weeks in the city.