Tips Before Leaving for Australia or Abroad Anywhere by: Michaela Califano

*Written previously* I’ve been in Australia for about 3 weeks now. What I’ve learned in the short period of time being away is that I wish someone had more tips for me on how to pack, and tips for necessities you need while being abroad. For one pack as light as possible (yes this is coming from a girl who always overpacked) but seriously, you only need more summer-like clothes…

Living with a Host Family by Al Carey

Studying abroad has been one of the best experiences of my life so far. As a French language education major it really has been an invaluable experience. Before taking a semester abroad I had a pretty good understanding of the rules of French grammar but, as is typically the case, I couldn’t speak very well. Only a month into the semester and I started to really notice a difference. Being…

Grocery Shopping in France by Reagan Kilpatrick

Moving to a new country for a semester came with many challenges. Many of these were things I was aware of before moving to France, for example: different wall outlets, the language barrier, the public transportation learning curve, etc. But, one thing I never really thought about being a challenge was grocery shopping. I chose to live in an apartment with other international students in my program rather than living…