06/01/2026
reflects on her time studying abroad✈️
“Studying abroad is an experience that compares to no other. I could never explain to anyone how in such a short period of time, unfamiliar cultures, people and places began to feel like home. Before I left for prague, I wasn’t exactly sure what to expect, as someone who loves a good adventure I was just thrilled to explore somewhere new. But when I arrived I had realized that there was so much more beyond that. At first, it was a little nerve wracking, the language barrier, the culture differences, so many things that kind of slip your mind, but I was fortunate enough to have friends and family who were just a call away through the difficulties. For the first few weeks it was really hard for me to get myself out there. I felt really homesick (especially with some of my closest friends graduating this semester) and I didn’t like the idea of so much change. But genuinely, the second you push yourself past all the nerves you open your mind to so many opportunities. Past all the difficulty, there was so much good waiting for me. I learned so many lessons in just 3 months and I am so grateful to have experienced everything that I did. I had some amazing roommates that pushed me every day and taught me so much about myself. But one of the most important lessons that I learned overall is to take every chance, even if theres uncertainty, because regardless of the outcome you will be rewarded of the experience. And after everything, I got the greatest gift of them all, a home in the states that welcomed me back with open arms, and one abroad that will hold a lifetime of memories forever.”
YITS
Ameera