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Embracing Balance: The Key to Resiliency During Study Abroad

ichilds — Thu, 02 Apr 2026 20:21:19 +0000

Arriving in a different country and committing to a new experience that is completely unfamiliar in its environment and language can be quite jarring. In addition, balancing school and personal life with other student interactions and activities can add more unfamiliarity and pressure. But balancing your personal needs and new cultural experiences doesn't have to be overwhelming. Finding your ground It’s important to know your own wants and needs—physical and emotional—to avoid unnecessary stress and fatigue that could [...]

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How an Internship in Buenos Aires Changed the Way I Think About Work

ichilds — Tue, 10 Feb 2026 19:08:02 +0000

When I chose an IFSA program in Buenos Aires, I wanted an authentic experience that would challenge me in all aspects of life. One of the best choices I made was enrolling in an internship that pushed me out of my comfort zone and taught me skills I didn't even know I needed. Finding my place at Federación Argentina LGBT In the weeks before I [...]

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Adventure in the Andes: Exploring beyond Buenos Aires During Study Abroad

acarter — Wed, 01 Oct 2025 15:30:42 +0000

After two months of acclimating to Buenos Aires and Argentinian culture, IFSA took us on a three-day, two-night trip to the Salta Province. Over those three days, we had the opportunity to explore the cities of Salta and Jujuy, as well as Cafayate, one of many towns in Argentina dedicated to winemaking. The beauty of [...]

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Staying in Touch as a First-Time Study Abroad Traveler

acarter — Mon, 23 Jun 2025 20:02:27 +0000

Like me, many students attend college in their home state, for financial reasons, convenience, specific programs, or to stay close to home. I go to an in-state school that’s ten minutes from home. Fortunately, I live on campus and stay away from home as much as possible to develop independence. Still, I’ve felt that my [...]

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Using Sports as Personal Therapy While Studying Abroad

acarter — Mon, 19 May 2025 21:17:07 +0000

Before I dive in, here's some background on my relationship with sports. In high school, I played year-round—soccer in the fall and summer, track and field in the winter and spring. For me, sports weren’t just activities; they were a source of community, discipline, and motivation. I found joy in my team’s successes and lessons [...]

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Finding Diversity and Belonging Through Study Abroad in Buenos Aires

acarter — Thu, 24 Apr 2025 15:00:38 +0000

Before coming to Argentina, I had a lot of anxiety. I was excited, of course, but I couldn’t ignore the nervousness bubbling underneath. As someone who identifies as both Black and Latina, I carried the weight of not knowing how I'd be perceived here. Would I be stared at? Would I face microaggressions? Would I [...]

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Navigating Study Abroad as an Introvert

acarter — Mon, 03 Mar 2025 16:14:08 +0000

Studying abroad is often depicted as a whirlwind of social interactions, bustling city explorations, and constant group activities. But what if you’re someone who finds solace in quiet moments, recharges through alone time, and prefers deep, meaningful connections over large social gatherings? As an introvert, these are all characteristics I embrace, and navigating a study [...]

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Finding Comfort During My First Week: Study Abroad in Argentina

acarter — Thu, 27 Feb 2025 20:31:51 +0000

As a first-generation student, I am familiar with the crossroad of staying within the comfort of home and diving into the unknown. About three years ago, I moved from Texas to Bryn Mawr, Pennsylvania, for college. It was an equally exhilarating and daunting opportunity. As I was deciding whether to study abroad, I found myself [...]

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Study Abroad in Argentina: Connection through La Sobremesa

Kate — Thu, 27 Feb 2025 20:29:58 +0000

What is La Sobremesa? La sobremesa translates to “upon the table,” and refers to the Hispanic tradition of relaxing at the table after a meal. In English, there is no word that directly translates both the meaning and context of this word, which I believe is heavily tied to cultural differences. Too often in American [...]

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Reflections of a First-Gen in Buenos Aires

Kate — Tue, 20 Aug 2024 16:37:40 +0000

Traveling to another country was never something I thought possible, especially not at this stage in my life. Being from a low-income background, the idea of international travel seemed like an unattainable dream. The expenses associated with it were daunting. For many years, both of my parents lacked proper documentation, which limited our ability to [...]

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