UMD Wanderlust Wednesday

Curious about what study abroad in Dublin, Ireland is really like? Want to learn more about University College Dublin (UCD)? Tune in to this episode of Wanderlust Wednesday to hear Jordyn Sorenson and I cover it all. We talk about all things European travel, her first time out of the country being her move to Ireland, homesickness, marketing + business courses abroad, and more. 

In part one of this two-part podcast, I sit down with Ava Gustafson before she begins her study abroad experience in Florence, Italy. Ava talks about why she chose Florence, what she hopes to gain from living and studying overseas, and the mix of excitement and nerves she feels ahead of the trip. This episode captures her mindset before the journey begins, offering an honest look at her expectations, goals, and thoughts on how the experience might change her. Be sure to come back for part two, where Ava returns after studying abroad to reflect on how the experience actually shaped her and what she learned along the way.

Thinking about going abroad for school? In this video, Klara talks honestly about her time studying in another country — the moments that were great, the parts that were challenging, and everything she didn’t expect. She shares the experiences that stayed with her, the people she connected with, and even the foods she still remembers.

If you’re looking for a clear, genuine perspective on what studying abroad is really like, this video offers exactly that.

Our Marketing and Communications Assistant, Aubree Swenby, is thrilled to be bringing the Wanderlust Wednesday Podcast back — and better than ever! We’re talking all the ins and outs of study abroad — the good, the bad, and everything in between. In this episode, Molly shares her story: what went well, what didn’t, her favorite experiences, the people she met, and the foods she’ll never forget.It’s an honest, unfiltered look at what it’s really like to live and learn in another country — straight from a fellow student who’s been there.

It's been just over a year since we brought home 68 UMD study abroad students from all over the globe. This is the second episode of our pandemic series and in this one, we’ll listen to an interview with Mikayla, a UMD Communication Sciences & Disorders student. She was abroad studying in Galway, Ireland when the pandemic hit and ultimately had to cut her study abroad experience short and come home. Hear her reflect about her time abroad, what it was like as more as more news about COVID-19 started circulating, and what her journey home was like.

It's been just over a year since we brought home 68 UMD study abroad students from all over the globe. In this episode, we’ll listen to an interview with Medori, a UMD graphic design student. She was abroad when the pandemic hit and ultimately had to cut her study abroad experience short and come home. Hear her reflect about her time abroad, what it was like as more and more news about COVID-19 started circulating, and what her journey home was like.

In this episode, meet our peer advisors: Matt, who went to New Zealand,  Izzy, who studied in Australia, and Grace, went to Spain. They each went abroad for an entire semester and will talk about everything from choosing their location, what a typical day was like, and what their biggest takeaways were from their study abroad experience.

Beckye is from England. Our peer advisor Kaylee, met Beckye while she was studying abroad at the University of Birmingham. They’ll compare what college life is like in England to what it’s like here, and Beckye will also talk about her study abroad experience in the U.S. (as she was here when the pandemic hit).

Host: Kaylee Argo, UMD Study Abroad Peer Advisor

Guest: Beckye Williams, student at the University of Birmingham

Our peer advisors Kaylee and Courtney interview four staff members at the UMD International Programs & Services office. Listen as Kim, Lyndsey, Stephanie, & Kali talk about their lived international experiences along with some tips and advice. Learn a little about the people who are ready to help you plan your adventure of a lifetime!

Hosts: Kaylee Argo & Courtney Cornelious, UMD Study Abroad Peer Advisors

Guests: IPS Staff, Lyndsey Andersen, Associate Director of Study Abroad; Stephanie Bartsch, Graphic Design & Outreach; Kim Hurst, Office Administrater; Kali Kelleher, International Student Recruiter