Stories from Abroad

view of Japanese temple in Kyoto

Living, Learning, & Growing at Kyoto University

August 8, 2025

Let’s take a look at how Elika has been spending her time abroad.

student, Julia Foland, posing in front of her PPT Presentation at EWHA

Sharing My GW Experience in Korean at EWHA Womans University

August 4, 2025

Hear how Julia went from a language learner to guest lecturer!

picture of student's luggage when departing Chile

Reverse Culture Shock Is Real—Here’s How I’m Coping After Chile

August 1, 2025

Avanti shares how reverse culture shock took her by surprise—and how she’s finding her footing back home.

view of people enjoying Lake Zurich

What Makes Zurich So Livable? Third Spaces!

July 7, 2025

Sofia points out the abundance of public spaces that are easily accessible to people in their daily routines.

student visiting a music show in chile posing with band members

The Chilean Indie Scene: Studying Abroad + Personal Interests

June 16, 2025

Kaia explains how chasing soundwaves led her to study abroad in Chile

view of the Château de Sceaux and gardens in Paris, France

Efficient Travel with Public Transportation

June 13, 2025

Skylar discovers the power of a metro pass—and how it helped her unlock all that France has to offer.

student posing in front of the passing subway

Niche Tips for Traveling Effectively

June 9, 2025

Daniella shares key lessons from Europe to help you travel smarter, not harder.

student with the lake in France view and mountain range on the background

Walking Through History in Grenoble

June 4, 2025

Sophia discovered history around every corner while studying abroad in Grenoble—here’s what she learned.

student and their GW Madrid Cohort visiting north of spain

Viva Madrid: A Semester to Remember

June 2, 2025

Take a walk down memory lane with Persia as she shares her favorite moments from an unforgettable semester in Spain

view of The London Eye on the south bank of the Thames River during Sunset

Navigating London’s Public Transport System

May 29, 2025

From DC to the UK, check out Megan’s crash course in mastering London transit!

people enjoying the sunset by the canal in Paris

A Love Letter to Paris

May 25, 2025

To Carenna, Paris isn’t just a place—it’s a person, and she has her heart.

view of the tree line and Dauphine Alps in France

Lost Luggage, Found Fluency: How a Chaotic Arrival in France Jumpstarted My Study Abroad Experience

May 21, 2025

Let Sophia share how her rough start rekindled her language skills!