GEO Blog
Want to experience the world through the eyes of our students? Dive into the GEO blog and discover captivating tales of adventure, culture, and academic growth. Share your study abroad journey with us by sharing your own blog post!
Between Cultures: An Architecture Student's Roman Adventure
Hi, I’m Favi. I’m a Peruvian international student who has been living in Oregon for the past four years. Experiencing another country’s culture, food, and traditions has once again proven to be enriching and eye-opening to me. A formative experience for me was a trip I took to Europe when I was…
Confronting fear of returning abroad
Ciao, my name is Sarah Shewaye! I’m a third-year Honors College student from Salem, Oregon, majoring in Political Science with a minor in Global Studies. I am a first-generation American and college student, the daughter of a Ukrainian refugee and an Ethiopian immigrant. …
Advocating for your needs while abroad
Hi Ducks! My name is Ariel Carreon, and I am a junior, majoring in English with a legal studies minor. I am handicapped due to being visually impaired, but that has not stopped me from choosing to study abroad!
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The program I am…
The Confidence Boost I Never Expected: My Study Abroad Journey
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How Studying Abroad Transformed My Confidence and IndependenceI stepped onto my first solo flight a year and a half ago. I was anxious and a little emotional, unsure of what the next several weeks in London would bring. Before London, I had…
From the Dojo to the Dorm: How Waseda Shaped My Exchange Experience
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My study abroad experience at Waseda University was by far the most adventure-filled and thrilling time of my life. Every day was an adventure, and each was more exciting than the last. But with every passing day those adventures become…
Navigating Cultural Identity in Italy
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Returning to the U.S. after my study abroad experience in Siena was truly a whirlwind of emotions. The transition from the cobblestone streets and rich culture of Italy to the familiarity of home was very bittersweet. I remember feeling…
Ciao Siena, Returning to the US
Returning to the US and settling back into my routine in Eugene was an eye-opening experience that deepened my appreciation for both cultures. While the differences between Italy and the US were immediately noticeable when I first arrived in Italy, it wasn’t until I came back that I truly…
Growth and Self-Discovery in Tokyo, Japan
Hey everyone! I've just wrapped up my incredible study abroad experience in Tokyo. I thought I'd share my journey of readjustment and some pieces of wisdom I've picked up along the way.
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For those of you planning to study abroad (which…
Returning from Segovia, Spain
I flew back to the US last week, August 4. Before returning to California I stayed a week in New York City to visit my brother. Being able to speak the language made me feel more respected by the culture. I had never been to New York so I didn’t know what to expect in terms of customs. New York is…
Memories from Siena, Italy
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It was extremely hard leaving Siena yesterday. The four weeks went by so quickly, it is difficult to grasp where the time went. But I know that it flew by because of how much I was enjoying my time in Siena. Siena was by far the safest…