One of the first moments I really felt like I was in Europe was when I started using public transit. Back home in the United States, I am used to cars being the main way of getting around, but in Europe buses, trams, and trains were the heartbeat of daily life. I bought a pass…

One of the most difficult parts of my host culture to adjust to was the way businesses operated and how much earlier everything closed compared to the United States. At home, I am used to having access to grocery stores, pharmacies, or even restaurants late into the evening. Abroad, I quickly learned that most places…

During my time abroad, one of the most surprising and rewarding lessons I learned came from experiences outside the classroom. I discovered how powerful it can be to make the effort to speak another language, even if only a few words. When my friends and I tried to speak German in Austria or Slovenian in…

I was fortunate enough to study healthcare during my time abroad. This experience taught me many lessons that will stick with me long after the end of my program. My career goal is to be a practicing physician worldwide, working with Doctors Without Borders, so this experience was perfect for me. It gave me the…