Stories from Abroad

image of the Camino de Santiago road

One Class, One Backpack, One Unforgettable Journey

June 10, 2026

What if your history class ended with a 114-kilometer journey across Spain? Lucas shares how one of his favorite GW Madrid courses became the perfect ending to his semester abroad.

view of the Atacama Desert

My Favorite Field Trip

June 4, 2026

When the classroom moves outside, follow Victoria as real-life experience teaches her about Chile.

view of the road student took on their pilgrimage to Santiago in Spain

Where History Meets the Trail: Walking the Camino with My Class

May 30, 2026

Ava turned a semester of studying the Camino de Santiago into an unforgettable 114-kilometer journey through Spain, where history, culture, and adventure came to life with every step.

student visiting Greece

What Greece Taught Me About Filoxenia

May 26, 2026

While studying abroad, Emily took time to explore beyond her host city and discovered a place where strangers become family.

student visiting the Real Madrid Stadium in Spain

Walking Among Legends: Our Visit to Real Madrid's Home

May 24, 2026

Join Lucas as he takes you behind the scenes at the Bernabéu through his GW Madrid experience.

visiting Athens

The Beauty of Going Alone: Navigating Study Abroad One Day Trip at a Time

May 20, 2026

From solo day trips to international adventures, Kelsey explains how going alone shaped their time abroad.

public transportation in Spain

What Immersion Taught Me About Learning Spanish

May 19, 2026

Join Zachary as he reflects on the realities of language immersion in Spain.

on a boat in Sydney, Australia

A Reflection on My Time in Sydney, with Tips for Future Visitors

May 18, 2026

Shahriar shares how he built a community and embraced spontaneity in Sydney

student studying abroad at UCD in Ireland

Freshman Year, Take Two: My Journey of Independence in Dublin

May 17, 2026

Hear from Vivian as she shares how studying abroad pushed her out of her comfort zone and taught her to stand on her own.

view of metro station

What I Learned About Living in Madrid Through Its Metro System

May 15, 2026

Hear about Zachary's unexpected favorite part of studying abroad.

view of an ice rink during the winter Olympics

From Olympic Dreams to Culture Shock: My Unexpected Semester in Milan

May 11, 2026

Kelsey shares the highs and challenges of life abroad in Milan.

view of the Hôtel de Ville, the city hall of Paris in France

A Personal and Political Reflection on My Time as a Student in France

May 8, 2026

Between classroom theory and the streets of France, Sophia reflects on her experience abroad.