CIS Abroad Blog:
The latest stories from CIS Abroad alumni, staff, and friends.
FOMO While Studying Abroad
If anyone has ever visited Clemson University, they know how special the place is. Not only because the campus is beautiful and the people are welcoming, but the atmosphere makes it feel like home and... Continue Reading
Travel Tips for Your Semester in Australia
Part of the reason I chose Australia as my study abroad destination is because it is so far away. There is so much in the country to see & do, and incredible surrounding countries and islands as w... Continue Reading
Why Scotland is the Best Kept Secret
When looking to study abroad, there are absolutely endless places to go—some of the most popular range from Japan and South Korea to Spain and Italy. But if you dig deeper, you’ll find some truly stun... Continue Reading
How My University in Australia is Different
I go to a non-traditional college, Hampshire College in Amherst, Massachusetts. The college is heavily discussion and project-based, with a focus on building your own path, not so much about grades an... Continue Reading
Settling into Spain
Settling into my new life in Barcelona was definitely a bit more difficult than I was expecting. Before I arrived in Spain, I didn’t know much about studying abroad aside from what I had seen vaguely ... Continue Reading
How I Navigated Study Abroad as a Person with Anxiety
Studying abroad is no easy task, especially for those that may struggle with general anxiety. It’s an amazing adventure, but it’s one that requires you to jump outside of your comfort zone almost ever... Continue Reading
Why You Should Be Studying Abroad in South Korea
For students deciding to study abroad, it could be quite hard to decide a country to spend the next couple of months living in. For me, I was quite stuck between choosing South Korea or Thailand. Ulti... Continue Reading
¡Hola, Barcelona!
Before I left for Barcelona, I had many thoughts and feelings running through my mind. I was excited, nervous, and curious all at once. I expected the experience to be life-changing. I thought it woul... Continue Reading
Studying Environmental Science in Costa Rica
My name is Katerina Neri, and I’m a junior at the University of Maine, studying wildlife ecology with a concentration in wildlife science and management. My studies mainly focus on the living things a... Continue Reading