Dealing with Homesickness

Studying abroad can be an incredibly enriching and rewarding experience, but it’s not uncommon for study abroad students to experience homesickness at some point during their time away from home. Adjusting to a new environment, being far away from loved ones, and dealing with cultural differences can all contribute to Read More

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Homesick to Wanderlust

First Study Abroad Trip When I embarked on my first study abroad trip, I was extremely excited. It was my first time going abroad, a childhood dream, and I would be taking my first vacation without my family. I went with about ten other students, none of whom I knew Read More

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Homesickness

I have always felt the pain of homesickness when away from my bed for even a night. Though packing pillows and photos of my loved ones helped a little, even one night away left me feeling down when the lights turned off at the end of the day. Homesickness was Read More

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