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As someone who always wanted to study abroad but was intimidated by the thought of it, I made the whole thing out to be something that only existed in my daydreams. I never really thought that I would really take the steps to make a semester abroad a reality. Now that I have been accepted into a program and am gearing up for my departure, here are my four best pieces of advice for anyone who is considering studying abroad.
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My name is Gayatri Panda and I am a sophomore at the University of Michigan studying economics. When I'm not studying for classes, you will find me reading, dancing, watching thriller movies, or exploring new restaurants with friends and family.
Now that my time in Berlin is coming to a close, I thought I would showcase my five all-time favorite places to visit, whether that be with friends or yourself. I’ve found that these locations specifically can work with any group big or small and have a little bit of everything so no one feels left behind. I have fallen in love with all of the restaurants, markets, parks, and museums Berlin has to offer, but these are by far the ones that take the top spot for me personally.
Markthalle Neun
Yixin, a museum lover who’s visited top museums worldwide. Passionate about food, history, and culture! Keen acrylic painter! Eager to learn and create!
Salutations! My name is Teagan Serink. I’m a junior at the University of North Texas, where I’m studying music, technical communication, and Spanish. I enjoy singing, birdwatching, and herping. This summer, I’ll be studying ecology in Quito, Ecuador!
Hey there! I'm Taylor Burke, a rising sophomore at Wake Forest University, and am super excited to travel to Cape Town! In my spare time, I enjoy hanging with friends, walking amongst the trees, swimming, and fencing!
As a TV show and film fan, I enjoy watching animated content (huge on Pixar and Studio Ghibli!), with my favorite movie being Howl's Moving Castle and my favorite show being The Office. I have two dogs named Luna and Fiolo, and I enjoy the beach!