Tag Archives: Study Abroad

January in Bolivia

Posted on February 23, 2018 by USG

One of my nursing classmates, Maureen Smith, had quite the adventure over the winter break. She decided to pay it forward and spend some time working at a hospital in Bolivia. Enjoy the interview and learn about this amazing opportunity. … Continue reading →

Posted in Uncategorized, Work Experience | Tagged Bolivia, CFHI, Child Family Health International, give back, global health, La Paz, Nursing, pay it forward, Scholarships, Study Abroad, UMB School of Nursing, USG | Leave a comment

Spring Break in Paris

Posted on March 21, 2017 by menazafernando1

Paris is known as the city of love, but I went and found something even deeper: an appreciation for art and language. As a business major, my focus has always been on business concepts and business programs. So this spring break, I decided I wanted to do something different by participating in the “Classical Myths in Paris” short-term study abroad program and learning about a subject I am completely unfamiliar with…. Continue reading →

Posted in Academics | Tagged Art, Culture, French, Language, Paris, Study Abroad, Travel | Leave a comment

Peru in my Shoes (A Study Abroad Story Part 1)

Posted on March 20, 2017 by Christine

Hello from Peru! I hope everyone is having a great first day of Spring Break! (Sorry if you’re not on Spring Break right now.) I just want to share with everyone what I am up to during my Spring Break. I’m … Continue reading →

Posted in Academics, Life at USG, Uncategorized | Tagged Student Life, Study Abroad, Travel | Leave a comment

Accounting, Robots, and Drones

Posted on February 21, 2017 by menazafernando1

“Uber Tests Self-Driving Cars” “Amazon Testing Drone Delivery System” We are constantly hearing buzz about technology and how companies like Amazon, Uber, Tesla, and many others are looking to innovate. I must say that it is even more exciting to hear when these innovations relate to my particular major…. Continue reading →

Posted in Academics | Tagged Accounting, Business, Global, Innovation, Robert H. Smith, Study Abroad, Technology, Travel | Leave a comment

Discover Abroad

Posted on January 24, 2017 by menazafernando1

Happy New Year and welcome back everyone! I hope you all had a wonderful winter break. With today being the last official day of winter break, for my first blog post of the new semester, I’d love to reflect back and share with you all about what I had on my winter break agenda!… Continue reading →

Posted in Uncategorized | Tagged Amsterdam, Brussels, Europe, London, Study Abroad, Travel | Leave a comment

My Favorite Thing About School: Rewarding & Educational Trips

Posted on September 19, 2016 by Christine

Welcome back, Current Students! Welcome, New Students! I am so happy to be back to school and begin blogging again. I especially appreciate the opportunity to share about my experiences and interests with you all. First and foremost, I am … Continue reading →

Posted in Academics, Campus Activities, Life at USG | Tagged Alternative Breaks, School Breaks, Study Abroad, the Universities at Shady Grove, Travel, UMCP, UMCP School of Public Health, USG | Leave a comment

Broaden Your Horizons

Posted on March 3, 2016 by Christine

Have you ever wondered why people love to travel so much, why students love the idea of studying abroad, and why it’s great to spend time in a country whose language and cultures are dissimilar to yours? I have! I … Continue reading →