Category: Location
Experiencing Culture Shock in Ireland
The first weeks of studying abroad are some of the most exciting and important weeks of the trip, but they can also be so nerve-wracking. There are so many new people to meet, foods to try, and places to explore. With all of this, experiencing culture shock is a given, and it can be very ...
My Final Days in South Korea and Reflection
My study abroad at Hanyang University in Seoul, South Korea has ended. The experiences during the 4 weeks I was there are probably going to be remembered throughout my lifetime. The people I’ve met, the food we all shared together, the activities and adventures we went on, these are stories to bring home. One of ...
Broadening Horizons: How British Contemporary Broadcasting Class Took Me on an Academic Adventure
My fellow explorers of knowledge! Picture this: you’re sitting in a university classroom, caffeinated beverage in hand, expecting a regular academic journey. But wait, what’s this? A class on British Contemporary Broadcasting? Buckle up, because this is no ordinary ride. Join me on an adventure through pixels and airwaves as we dive into how this ...
A Journey Through Cultural Kaleidoscope: My London Culture Shock Experience
Staring out of the airplane window as the wheels touched down on London soil, I was engulfed in a whirlwind of excitement and apprehension. My study abroad adventure had begun, and I was about to embark on a transformative journey through the vibrant streets of London. Little did I know that this journey would be ...
Battle of the Beaches: Barcelona vs. Valencia
Spain has plenty of beaches along its beautiful coast, however there were two that stood out amongst the students and staff of Nebrija University: Barcelona and Valencia. Barcelona’s one of the most touristy city’s that Spain has to offer, with many people from around the globe coming for weekend trips there. Valencia is not as ...
Smart Packing: 3 Essentials to Bring and 3 Items to Leave for Your Study Abroad Adventure in London!
You’ve won the lottery: a study abroad experience in the breathtaking metropolis of London. Hold off on packing, though, because we’re going to impart some unconventional advice on what to pack and what to throw away. The call of London signals that it’s time to pack up! Pack these: Leave These Behind: You’re prepared for ...
My Month in Madrid
So, after four weeks in the prettiest city I have ever been to, my time living in Spain has come to an end. It makes me emotional thinking about living back in Philly, since Madrid is a city that has made me so happy to be in every single day. I am sad that this ...
5 Things to See When You Visit Madrid
There are so many amazing areas and tourist attractions to visit in Madrid, but these were my top 5 favorite things to see when in Madrid. #1 Parque Del Retiro This park was huge and every part of it was absolutely gorgeous! There’s two different entrances that we went through, with many paths of trails ...
Why Korea?
Lovel Lee, ’25, is a Graphic Design major studying at Hanyang University this Summer 2023. Going to Korea was one of the best decisions I’ve ever made in my life. Korea is full of kind people and a place where I felt comfortable exploring. I would never think about venturing out alone near midnight in ...
A Typical Day in the Life Studying in Madrid
While everyday in Madrid was a different adventure, I developed a routine that I followed most of the days during the week. Here’s an insight to a typical day for me studying abroad at Nebrija University. 6:45 AM. Yeah. That was the time my alarm usually went off in the mornings. I’d wake up and ...
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