Category: National University of Ireland, Galway

A Weekend in Carna Gaeltacht

As a part of my Irish language class, I had the opportunity to spend a weekend in Carna for a Gaeltacht cultural weekend. Gaeltacht districts are areas of Ireland where Irish is the predominant language spoken. The Gaeltacht districts hold a lot of importance as the use of the Irish language is on the decline. ...

5 Most Frequently Asked Questions About University of Galway’s Exchange Program

1. When do I register for classes? This was my biggest concern when leaving for my exchange. The answer is that registration opens the morning of the first day of classes. This was quite the shock to me and definitely caused me a lot of stress, but don’t worry it all works out. The first ...

5 Things to Pack for Your Study Abroad in Ireland

I have been in Ireland for 2 months now and here are some items I recommend you bring with you when coming to Ireland. 1. Umbrella This might seem obvious given how Ireland is well known for its rainy weather, but leading up to my trip I was told not to bother with an umbrella ...

A Day in the Life of a Student at the University of Galway

A typical Wednesday morning begins at 8 am when I wake up to get ready for my day of classes. I make my breakfast and coffee in my student accommodation that is right next to campus. I then head out and go to my first lecture of the day, Imagining Modern Ireland: An Introduction to ...

5 Things to See When Visiting Galway

I have been in Galway for a month and a half now, and here’s a list of some must-sees and must-dos when visiting this beautiful city. 1. Galway City Museum The Galway City Museum is a lovely museum located in the heart of the city. It is a great place to go to learn about ...

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 ...