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Reflecting on My Time in Segovia So Far

Ava stands on a balcony, with a city building in the background
Hello! Image I'm Ava, and this is my second blog post during my time here in Segovia, Spain, where I'm studying Spanish Language and Culture.I've been living in Spain for almost two months now, and my time abroad has been nothing like I could've…

Returning to Japan

Elizabeth in cosplay as character Giorno Giovanna at a Jojo’s Bizarre Adventure themed ramen place in Osaka
First off, let me establish who I am and my expectations being a Diverse Duck abroad. I’ve actually been to Japan many times now—this would be my third or fourth trip—and the last time I went was for an 8 month study abroad program in Osaka (hence why I want to return there, I fell in love with the…

My First Month in Segovia

three students stand on a balcony with city buildings in the background
Image Hi everyone! My name is Ava Momtazi, and I am currently studying Spanish language and culture here in Segovia, Spain.To start off, I must day I've been having an absolute blast. Living in a beautiful, walkable city with cobblestone streets…

Arriving in Svalbard

Maddy stands in a black coat with a red backpack. The background is filled with snow
Image Hei hei! My name is Maddy Billups, and I am a fourth year student studying arctic geology in Svalbard, Norway. I am so excited to be sharing my journey abroad with others as part of the GEO Ambassador program, and I hope to illuminate…

My Final Reflection of Studying Abroad

Lane stands in denim shorts and a green shirt with the ocean and rocky hills behind them
Image Hi everyone! As I write this final post, I'm reflecting on how far this journey has taken me. What began as a space for moments, ideas, and reflections has evolved into something much bigger: a record of growth, challenges, and small…

A Wonderful Month Abroad

Will stands with a certificate next to someone else, they are both smiling
Image Hi everyone! This is Will from the Studio Art in Athens program. I'm officially back home in Oregon after a wonderful month abroad!Unlike some of the other GEO Summer programs, Studio Art was one of the last programs of the summer (we…

Reflecting on My Time Abroad

Nathalie and two other program participants wear brightly colored helmets. Rocks and green trees are in the background
My time spent abroad was wonderful. I'm extremely thankful that I was able to partake in this experience and spend my summer in Europe! I had never been in Europe, trying to adjust to two different countries in two months, but I'm really glad I took a leap of faith and pushed myself beyond my…

Wrapping Up My Time in Thailand

Madison sits at a table with two dishes in front of her
Image Coming back to the United States after my summer in Thailand has felt both familiar and new. My internship in Bangkok focused on financial analysis, including reconciling accounts receivable and working with tax data for the hospitality…

Halfway Through My Time in Dunedin

Keke stands in front of a clock tower, holding up a peace sign
Image Halfway through the semester! It's week 9, and we are finishing up our midterms and research papers. The semester system is long and different compared to our 10 week, fast-paced quarter system, so I've had to adjust quite a bit. I've had…

Enjoying My Time Abroad in Greece

overlook of the water, scattered with boats, at sunset
Image Hello from Crete! This is Will from the Studio Art in Athens program. Studying abroad has gone by so fast; our three week program will be over next week. I've had so many awesome experiences in Greece, from visiting the island of Spetses…