Study Abroad Experiences

Reports from students on studying abroad

Between everyday life and change: A reflection on my semester abroad in Barcelona

Between everyday life and change: A reflection on my semester abroad in Barcelona

When I look back on my semester abroad, one feeling clearly stands out: lightness. A lightness in everyday life, in thinking, in being. It was not a time of dramatic events, but rather each individual day that slowly shaped me into the person I am today. In hindsight, I would say that my semester abroad influenced me quietly, but in a lasting way.

Semester Review – China Edition

Semester Review – China Edition

It’s hard to believe how quickly this semester has passed. A semester full of adventures, new friendships, and personal challenges that I will not forget anytime soon.

First steps in China: My start at XJTLU

First steps in China: My start at XJTLU

After my first impressions, I knew that China was the place for me. The decision to attend Xi’an Jiaotong-Liverpool University (XJTLU) in Suzhou felt surprisingly right, and came quickly.

Learning & Living in Kuala Lumpur

Learning & Living in Kuala Lumpur

Just do it!
I thought long and hard about whether I
should spend a second semester abroad.
Looking back, I can say quite clearly that I
do not regret this decision in any way. The experiences
and memories I gained during this time
speak for themselves.

Between campus and city lights: My semester abroad in New York

Between campus and city lights: My semester abroad in New York

Looking back on my semester abroad in New York, I honestly find it hard to put everything into words. The past few months were intense, challenging, beautiful, and formative all at once. It was a time in which so much happened, and I not only got to know a new city but also rediscovered myself in many ways.

San Diego Review – A semester to remember

San Diego Review – A semester to remember

In the winter semester of 2025, from August 15 to December 18, I completed a semester abroad at San Diego State University (SDSU). This period was an exceptionally meaningful and formative experience for me, both academically and personally.