TO A NEW BEGINNING
When I first began at the University of Maryland Smith School of Business I was very fascinated about studying abroad. I knew that it was an exciting opportunity to experience a new culture while...
Smith Goes Global Blog
The Glory of Impending Discomfort
Many people keep asking me: what most excites you about your upcoming semester abroad? Each time I answer differently: I am excited to meet new people! I’m looking forward to seeing parts of the...
Interning Abroad: Adjusting to a Different Culture in a Unique Way
Being an intern is a great opportunity to learn about a company and a potential career path. But when you intern in a country you have never lived in before in a language you...
Living in Year 2030
Ever since I entered college, one of my goals was to study abroad. No matter the destination or the timing during my four years of college, I’ve always wanted to experience what it’s like...
Taking Trips Without Falling Behind on Work
Experiencing new and different cultures while studying abroad is a big part of the experience. But it is important to remember that this experience is called study abroad and not just abroad because you...
A curious mind ready to embark on a week long journey in Singapore and Taiwan
My name is Fanny Wu and I am a junior Marketing major. On January 7th I will have the opportunity to participate in a study abroad program to Singapore and Taiwan. I love to...
Closing out the year in a different country
My study abroad in Manchester is coming to an end. I really cannot believe how fast time has gone by. I have had time to reflect more than I ever had in my life....
Coming to an End
As my time in Seoul comes to an end, I have started to reflect on the 4 months that I have spent on exchange. Ever since last winter break, after taking a short-term study...
Adjusting to the Spanish Culture
There are many distinct cultural differences between Spain and Barcelona and the United States. While abroad, I have embraced them, and I have learned to love them. There are many, but here are just...
My Main Takeaways
“You get a strange feeling when you’re about to leave a place… like you’ll not only miss the people you love but you’ll miss the person you are now at this time and this...