- Emily
- University of Wisconsin-Madison
- 2016 Spring
The Final Countdown: 7 Necessary (But Bizarre) Items I Almost Forgot to Pack 01/11/16
It’s hard to believe that in just ten days I’ll be hopping on a plane to Europe for three months! While I can’t wait to get started on my Lizzie McGuire Movie Italian experience (fingers crossed!), there is still much to be done. Namely, packing. I’ll admit, my obsession lies in the art of list-making. […]
- Sophie
How to Visit Venice like a Pro 01/05/16
First off, just let me say, you made the right travel choice. Venice is amazing! You won’t regret the trip. That being said there is no right or wrong way to do Venice, so long as you enjoy yourself. What we’re talking about here are all the tips, tricks, and tidbits you’ll need to make […]
- Connery
- Western Michigan University
- 2015 Fall
Timeless: A Reflection on My Time in Europe and What to Take Away From It 01/04/16
These past 4 months: from studying in Italy to traveling to the former East Bloc, to seeing the Refugee Crisis in Hungary first hand. It’s truly been an experience – one that is life-changing and life-enriching. I could go on about how studying abroad was a great decision, but to be frank, BEING abroad is the […]
- Elizabeth
- University of Minnesota
- 2015 Fall
Quiz: Is CIMBA the Right Fit for You? 12/14/15
After twelve weeks of blogging, I’m running a little bit short on ideas for topics. So, to mix it up a little bit, I’ve created a Buzzfeed-esque quiz. Give it a whirl… see if CIMBA is the right fit for you! 1. What’s your top city to see in Europe? London Venice Prague 2. How many […]
- Phillip
- Western Michigan University
- 2015 Fall
Returning from Study Abroad: Why this Is Only the Beginning 12/14/15
Studying abroad was an incredible experience that I wouldn’t trade for the world. I’m home now and upon my arrival, I had two of my best friends waiting at the airport to surprise me with big bear hugs. For weeks they told me they wouldn’t be able to make it to the airport and they […]
- Drew
- The University of Iowa
- 2015 Fall
Why You Should Get Out of Your Comfort Zone and Study Abroad 12/14/15
Ah … my final blog post. It’s been a heck of a semester, right guys? I want to begin by saying thank you to everyone who followed my blog posts and shared them throughout the semester. It truly means a lot to me, and I’ve really enjoyed being able to share my experience with you guys. […]
- Connery
- Western Michigan University
- 2015 Fall
How to Have a True European Experience: Ways to Enhance Your Travels in Europe 12/14/15
If it isn’t apparent by now, I’m blogging for traveling and how to experience Europe as a traveler. That being said, it’s still good to do well at school, especially at CIMBA, where class attendance is mandatory, but that’s not what I’m focusing on. Here is a list of ways that I’ve traveled throughout my […]
- Elizabeth
- University of Minnesota
- 2015 Fall
Why Study Abroad is Good for Your Resume 12/10/15
In my biased opinion, study abroad is an experience that every college student should undertake. Aside from the perks of living in a foreign country and traveling on the weekends, study abroad is also a huge opportunity for personal growth. Just by living and doing, there are lessons to be learned at every turn. In […]
- Drew
- The University of Iowa
- 2015 Fall
Tips For Learning A Foreign Language While Studying Abroad 12/09/15
So you’ve decided to study abroad in a destination thousands of miles away, and you don’t speak a single word of the native language. The good news? You’re not the first student who chose this path. The solution? Learning a new language. Prior to studying abroad in Italy, I figured I would be able to get […]
- Phillip
- Western Michigan University
- 2015 Fall
An Adventurer’s Guide to the Dolomite Mountains: Hiking Mount Grappa 12/09/15
It was cold day in November and there was a heavy fog surrounding the mountain. Lauren Anderson and I decided that this would be the day that we would finally conquer the mountain we had been staring at for the past two months. We didn’t have any transportation set up so Dr. Al, the director […]
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