CIS Abroad Blog:
The latest stories from CIS Abroad alumni, staff, and friends.
Studying Marketing and Macroeconomics at the American College of Greece
At the American College of Greece, I got to study the courses Introduction to Marketing and Principles of Macroeconomics as part of my business degree. These courses were engaging and I loved meeting ... Continue Reading
The Best Classes I Took in Sorrento, Italy
While I was abroad, I had the opportunity to take two really unique classes for a total of six credit hours: History of the Mafia and History and Culture of Italian Food. Both of these courses were un... Continue Reading
The Best Classes I Took in Thailand
My name is Roma Carter and I am a media studies major at the University of Tulsa. I went on the Semester in Thailand program in Spring 2025. I chose CIS Abroad because of the abundance of excursions t... Continue Reading
Understanding my Identity Abroad
When I first boarded the plane to go abroad, I thought I knew what the experience would be like. I pictured exploring new cities, trying foods I couldn’t pronounce, and making friends who lived on the... Continue Reading
My Favorite Foods From Scotland
A summer abroad in Scotland has a lot to offer – stunning scenery, new friends, inspiring traditions – and an area it excels in is providing memorable meals and a food culture that can’t be beat. My n... Continue Reading
My Summer in Tokyo: Learning Through Anime and Culture
This past summer, I had the incredible opportunity to study abroad at J.F. Oberlin University in Tokyo through CIS Abroad. It was a life-changing experience that combined academics, cultural immersion... Continue Reading
Studying Abroad in Sorrento Changed Me—Here’s How
I'm Blake Wickham, a Grand Canyon University student who studied abroad in Sorrento, Italy. I came for the views and came away a better person. Studying abroad in Sorrento, Italy, changed me more than... Continue Reading
Embracing Change, Culture, and Confidence Abroad
The first thing that comes to mind when I recall my semester abroad in Barcelona is "life-changing." Even though I had always wanted to live in another country, it was both exciting and intimidating t... Continue Reading
My Design Internship in Tokyo
My name is Triere, and I'm a Graphic Design major at Oklahoma State University. I participated in the CIS Abroad's Intern in Tokyo program in the summer of 2025. Now that I’m back in the U.S., I’m int... Continue Reading