Student Bloggers

Before I chose Auckland, New Zealand, as my final destination, the main things that influenced my decision to study abroad were the courses, the probability of returning to the country, and the overall best fit for gaining new experiences. One thing I…

When studying abroad, you'll encounter all sorts of cultural differences, and the academic culture is no exception. Providence College student Christina Schwab (Queen Mary, Spring '24) shares her experiences so far, and how she is embracing these differences…

Managing finances abroad can be a daunting task. Navigating flights, new living expenses, currency exchanges, and products you’ve never seen before can be overwhelming, and together create one of the scariest aspects of going abroad. But with the right…

ESU Luard Morse Scholarship recipient for the 2023-2024 academic year, Michayla George, catches up with the Arcadia Abroad team following her semester abroad in London. We talk about finals, cramming in as many experiences in the last couple weeks as…

Midway through her program, the Arcadia Abroad team checked in with Michayla George, the recipient of the ESU Luard Morse Scholarship for the 2023-2024 academic year. We learned a little bit about her experience with classes, living abroad, and highlights…

In my junior year of high school in preparation for college admissions, I discerned a desire to study abroad. I developed an interest in studying in the United Kingdom, stemming from my dream to one day study at the University of Oxford as a Marshall…

Recently, the Arcadia Abroad team had a virtual meeting with Michayla George, the recipient of the ESU Luard Morse Scholarship for the 2023-2024 academic year. The meeting was an opportunity to learn more about Michayla’s journey and experiences planning…

One of the most memorable moments of my New Zealand adventure was immersing myself in rugby culture. I began playing rugby in middle school and my passion for the sport continued to grow over the years. Despite an injury that prevented me from playing…

Shang Andrews is a Computer Engineering student at North Carolina Agricultural and Technical State University (A&T) in Greensboro, NC. Shang was the 2022-2023 Luard Morse Scholar and studied at Queen Mary University, London. In this video, Shang talks…