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Podcast: Identity Abroad with Syracuse Abroad

Syracuse Abroad has launched a podcast! These episodes are designed to help you learn more about study abroad and tell new student stories from across a variety of destinations, majors and experiences. Check out the episodes on your preferred platform.

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Hej! My name is Nafisa Jeilani @helloitsnafisa , I

Hej! My name is Nafisa Jeilani @helloitsnafisa , I am a junior majoring in Sociology with a minor in Native American & Indigenous Studies at Maxwell @maxwellschoolsu . I’m spending my fall semester in Copenhagen, Denmark with DIS Copenhagen @dis.copenhagen . While here I am taking courses about integration in Europe, migration studies, activism, surveillance studies, and curating art! I chose Copenhagen because of the unique institution that it is, and its proximity to major European cities to visit. Check out my story takeover today as I take you throughout my day and answer your questions!🇩🇰❣️✨

Hi there! My name’s Alyssa Beaulieu @alyssa.beau

Hi there! My name’s Alyssa Beaulieu @alyssa.beaulieu.27 I’m a junior in the class of 2026 studying musical theatre @sudrama_vpa . While I’m here, I study at Shakespeare’s Globe and take other classes at Faraday House. I wanted to go abroad because of the long held tradition for drama students to study in London fall of their junior year. So many fellow students have talked about how educational and transformative this semester can be. Not only for the travel opportunities and new cultural experiences, but for the excellent training we receive from the @the_globe staff.

Since being here, I have gotten to visit Oxford, Bath, and Hampton Court in England. Along with Italy, Switzerland, Spain, Ireland, and France! I don’t know when I’ll be able to travel to Europe later in life, so I feel very blessed by this opportunity.

Tune in tomorrow for my takeover!! 🎭🍊💙

Hi! My name is Emmy Njue and I’m a senior double

Hi! My name is Emmy Njue and I’m a senior double majoring in Finance and Business Analytics with a minor in Economics. This past spring I had the opportunity of a lifetime to study abroad in Madrid, Spain! I chose Spain because I wanted to be in a Schengen country for visa purposes and also because I had only heard amazing stories from friends who had studied in Madrid in the past.
One of my most surreal experiences was taking part in the Madrid optional signature seminar (BIO 312) where I got to travel through the south of Spain for 10 days hopping between Valencia, Alicante, Murcia, and ending with Scuba diving for two days in the Mediterranean Sea before heading back to Madrid and beginning the semester!

I had the most fun immersing myself in Spanish culture through the Mad world program where I took day trips to different cities near Madrid, visited the Royal Palace, learnt how to cook the infamous paella, did yoga, chocolate tasting, bowling, and even went to a bull fight all for free! And with Spain being so centrally located, I also took the opportunity to travel to Portugal, Italy, France, Austria, and Malta!

I became a global ambassador to inspire other Black, female, international students to believe that studying abroad is not just possible but truly transformative. Everyone deserves the opportunity to explore the world and themselves in such an immersive and magical way, and I want to ensure they know this experience is within their reach.#meetanambassadormonday

Applications are now open for fall 2025 study abro

Applications are now open for fall 2025 study abroad programs! 🌏

Explore the globe at one of our Centers or through a World Partner program - your adventures abroad await!

Explore our fall-only programs:
🇨🇱 Santiago Center (courses in Spanish)
🗺️ Exploring Central Europe
👷 Strasbourg Center: Engineering
⚕️ Madrid Center: Health & Science
and so many more!

Need some advice about where to go? Schedule a General Advising appointment with our team to learn more about your options.

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Join Syracuse Abroad and Dimensions to learn more

Join Syracuse Abroad and Dimensions to learn more about being a student of color abroad directly from our program alumni!

🕖Tuesday, Nov. 19 at 7pm
📍Barner-McDuffie House

Panelists will help you prepare for your trip, share culture shocks and favorite travel experiences, along with financial resources and tips that helped us fund our journeys abroad. Dinner will be provided!

Hosted by Syracuse Abroad, Barner-McDuffie House and BIPOC Student Success.

@barnermcduffie @syr_oma

Molweni! My name is Joohee Na and I am a senior du

Molweni! My name is Joohee Na and I am a senior dual major in Photography at @newhousesu and Sociology at @maxwellschoolsu. I’m studying through the @sitstudyabroad Multiculturalism and Human Rights Fall Program in South Africa! I am so incredibly blessed to be able to share my experiences living and studying in the gorgeous country of South Africa.

The first two months of the program are dedicated to educational immersion through 4 different homestays. The first is in Langa, the oldest township in Cape Town that was developed as a result of the 1923 Urban Areas act during apartheid. The second homestay is in a rural village in the Eastern Cape called Tshabo! I got to participate in goat rituals, experience farm life, and eat some good traditional Xhosa food.

The third is in Stellenbosch near the Stellenbosch University where I visited an award-winning wine estate and my family made braai for us (aka South African bbq/cookout)! The fourth homestay is in Bo-Kaap, which is known for its bright colored homes and the Cape Malay culture.

Now I am living on my own in Cape Town pursuing an independent research project about how religiously homogeneous communities in South Africa, specifically Pniël, balance traditional religious values with contemporary secular demands and the complexities of maintaining cultural identity in an increasingly globalized society.

Come along on my day and ask any questions you might have. ❤️

Cześć! My name is Emma Poper. I am a junior doub

Cześć! My name is Emma Poper. I am a junior double major studying Broadcasting and Digital Journalism, and History! @newhousesu @maxwellschoolsu
I am studying abroad with the Exploring Central Europe program. The program is based in Wrocław, Poland. However, our program includes study sessions where we travel all over Central Europe. Last night we got in late from Berlin! I can’t wait to tell you all about my experiences in Central Europe. Follow along with my day as I show you what a “regular” day looks like with the Central Europe program. Because honestly no day is just regular when you are studying abroad here!!

Hi! My name is Hannah Sobczyn and I am a senior st

Hi! My name is Hannah Sobczyn and I am a senior studying English & Textual Studies with a minor in History. During my junior year I was lucky enough to study abroad in both Florence, Italy in the fall and London in the spring.

I look back on my year abroad with great love and appreciation and it is something I truly miss everyday. Throughout the two semesters I traveled to twelve countries across Europe and explored dozens of cities full of love and history. Strolling through the cobblestone streets of Florence and navigating the tube in London with both old and new friends are moments I reminisce on often.

I chose these two destinations because of their vast differences in culture, but also because they both expanded my understanding of history and literature in a global context differently. I am eternally grateful to have had the opportunity to learn and grow in environments so diverse and alive and to have fostered connections with people I only dreamed of meeting. But most importantly, I feel as though my curiosity flourished like never before and I left with the motivation to get out of my bubble more often and challenge my own biases and opinions. Some of my favorite memories from the year include swimming in the Ligurian Sea, visiting the Book of Kells at Trinity College, witnessing a wedding at Piazzale Michelangelo, and seeing the Highland cows in Edinburgh.

I joined the Global Ambassador program because Syracuse’s extensive abroad options are the reason I chose to attend the university. I want to continue to share my own experiences and help others find locations that fill their cup and suit their interests.

#meetanambassadormonday

Join us in celebrating Polish Independence Day! 🇵🇱

Stop by Syracuse Abroad’s table in Schine to celebrate this special day and the 10th anniversary of the Exploring Central Europe study abroad program!

Grab Polish cookies and candy, win exclusive swag, and learn about the culture and vibrancy of Poland on this important holiday.

Visit Schine Student Center today from 2-4:30pm!

Ciao SU! 🧡 My name is Maggie Anderson and I’m

Ciao SU! 🧡 My name is Maggie Anderson and I’m a class of ’25, senior this year. I’m majoring in Creative Advertising with a double minor in Sociology and Design Studies. From the moment I stepped foot on Syracuse University’s campus, I knew I’d be studying abroad in Florence, Italy one day. 🇮🇹 And in Fall 2023 I did.

While I’ve always dreamt of traveling through Italy, on this #flashbackfriday I want to highlight the place that made the middle schooler inside me scream: Paris! ✈️ During my semester abroad I took a four-day trip to Paris, France. After confidently selecting “French” for the language requirement back at the end of 6th grade and continuing classes for almost 7 years, walking around Paris was so surreal.

Throughout the trip I stumbled across the Notre-Dame de Paris and la Tour Eiffel! I even tried escargot (a French delicacy) for the first (and last) time. Visiting Paris during the end of November, I got to experience the Christmas markets, specifically in the Jardin des Tuileries, where I bought a handmade glass ornament. Afterwards and a trip to Musee du Louvre later, I can proudly say that I’ve seen the Mona Lisa. Famished after my day of sight-seeing, I stopped by Les Deux Magots (a popular café) to snack on a croque monsieur (a fancy ham and cheese that’s not all that special but something every French student has likely always wanted to try). The next day I went to see the infamous Arc de Triomphe before touring around the exquisite Palais du versailles. Finishing off my trip, I took a macaron-making class (I’ll admit the other side of the recipe card was in English).

If you’d like the long story (“this isn’t the long version?🙄”), feel free to DM me @maggie__anderson__. In all seriousness, my time abroad was truly a gift I’ll cherish forever. #syracuseabroad #syracuseflorence

We’re back with Bites & Insights! 🎉 Connect

We’re back with Bites & Insights! 🎉

Connect with fellow students in your program and chat with our Global Ambassadors while enjoying complimentary wings and pizza – on us! 🍗🍕

📅 When:Wednesday, November 13th | 6-7:30 PM
📍 Where: Bird Library, Room 114

Interested students are also welcome to join and learn more about our programs! See you there!

Hey y’all! My name is Jack Arnstein and I’m s

Hey y’all!
My name is Jack Arnstein and I’m studying abroad at University College Dublin in the beautiful Republic of Ireland! I’m in the graduating class of 2026 and I’m studying environmental engineering. I decided to go to Ireland to see more of Europe and still be able to speak English! Even though I’m studying engineering, which is notoriously hard to study abroad with, I was able to take all the courses I’m required to take while here in Dublin. I’ve been absolutely loving my time here in Ireland but my favorite thing has been the amazing people I’ve met! Stay tuned to hear more about my wonderful semester abroad 🙂
@jack_8005a

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Hey everyone! My name is Jack Cusick and I’m a s

Hey everyone! My name is Jack Cusick and I’m a senior studying Broadcast and Digital Journalism at the Syracuse University London Center! I chose London because it is one of the cultural capitals of the world, and I wanted the opportunity to experience it for myself. In my time here, I’ve made some great friends and have had experiences that have changed me forever. Today I’ll be answering any questions you might have about London, SU Abroad, or anything you might be curious about. Check out the Syracuse Abroad IG story for more!

Hi guys, my name is Cidney McMahon and I am a seni

Hi guys, my name is Cidney McMahon and I am a senior studying Earth Science here at SU. This past spring, I had the opportunity to study abroad through the Frontiers Abroad: Geology of New Zealand program where I completed a geology field course and spent a semester at the University of Canterbury in the city of Christchurch.

I chose to study abroad in Aotearoa/New Zealand mainly because the classes offered align with my major’s course requirements. Outside of my Geology courses, I had the opportunity to take other amazing courses that I thoroughly enjoyed such as Slavery to Freedom in world history and Māori: Culture and Identity. As a student at Syracuse, I think some of my most valuable moments in relation to my identity has been through taking classes in the African American studies department. When studying abroad, I had plans to continue studying African American history. My Slavery to freedom course was one of the most amazing courses I have taken, and I am really glad I had the opportunity to learn how different countries teach about the African American experience and our history. I also had the opportunity to learn about Māori culture and identity, I truly believe the teachings of the history and culture of the Māori people will be with me for the rest of my life.

I became a GA primarily to encourage students who look like me to go abroad as well as other students who are interested in going abroad. I represented a very small demographic in Aotearoa being an African American and at times will acknowledge that it can be intimidating. I wanted to share my own experience and encourage others that they too deserve the opportunity to gain a new perspective and insight of our world. #meetanambassadormonday

Syracuse University will be celebrating National F

Syracuse University will be celebrating National First-Generation College Celebration Week from November 4-8, 2024!

This week is dedicated to recognizing and honoring the achievements of first-generation college students, who identify as first in their family to attend college, or their parent(s), supporter(s) or legal guardian(s) did not receive a four-year college degree.

Scan or visit experience.syracuse.edu/multicultural to learn more and view all events!

Happy #FlashbackFriday. My name is Nick Robbins, a

Happy #FlashbackFriday. My name is Nick Robbins, and I’m currently a senior studying Public Relations with a minor in Information Management & Technology. During the spring of my junior year, I had the privilege of studying abroad in London- which was a pivotal and enlightening period of my college experience.

It’s hard to single out specific core memories from my time abroad, but overall, the privilege of traveling frequently and immersing myself in such a wide variety of cultures and people stands out. From Ibiza, Morocco, Barcelona to Paris, each location offered unique and eye-opening experiences that expanded my worldview in ways I had never imagined. The ease of travel was surreal, and the freedom to walk through diverse neighborhoods, taste new foods, and explore without limits was an unforgettable and irreplaceable part of my abroad experience.

As a Global Ambassador for Syracuse University, I look forward to discussing abroad options and sharing any recommendations/advice to potential students looking for help. Don’t hesitate to reach out about housing, travel, classes, etc.

Applications for fall 2025 programs open in just T

Applications for fall 2025 programs open in just TWO WEEKS!

Here's how you can prepare to apply for your program:
💻 View all fall programs on our website
📚 Chat with your academic advisor
🌍 Meet with an International Program Advisor
👋 Learn more from program alumni, our Global Ambassadors
📝 Begin your application on Nov. 15!

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Hi!! My name is Tova Fink and I'm a junior studyin

Hi!! My name is Tova Fink and I'm a junior studying biomedical engineering. I'm currently studying abroad at the University of New South Wales (UNSW) in Sydney, Australia! I chose UNSW because it offered classes that would count toward my major, while also providing a unique experience. Since arriving in Australia, I've met so many amazing people and visited incredible new places. Being abroad has been such a fantastic experience and I'm excited to take you along with me through my busy Wednesday. Feel free to ask me any questions you might have!!

Hey guys!!!!! 🫡 My name is Liz Hughes and I am

Hey guys!!!!! 🫡

My name is Liz Hughes and I am a junior in the class of 2026:) I am in @su_vpa @sudramadept studying musical theater, and currently studying at Shakespeare’s Globe, here, in London! I chose to do this semester abroad because it felt like a once in a life time opportunity. I think (as many other theater students do) that Shakespeare is such an important building block of what we know theater to be today, and I am beyond grateful that I can study it at the heart of where it all began! Our classes involve studying textwork, movement around the Globe stage, and voice work/vocal technique.

I also chose to study abroad because it is really important to me that I learn and educate myself about other cultures and countries. To be able to visit another country and appreciate the similarities and differences to my own life is so important. Seeing life (and art) from a different perspective is such a special opportunity that I felt I could not let slip away. AND by studying in London, travel AND seeing professional theater has never been easier!! It has been extraordinary to see different shows on the West End and off the West End and compare and discuss them with my peers in a couple of the classes I am lucky enough to take here. We JUST got back from fall break where I had the opportunity to pop over to Barcelona and Nice and they were absolutely stunning (i’ve included some snapshots)⭐️ BUT now it’s time to get back to business!!

Follow along my day as we head on over to the Globe for some classes and rehearsals! 🤩🙌

Hello! My name is Charlotte Goodman, and I am a se

Hello! My name is Charlotte Goodman, and I am a senior in the class of 2025. I had the incredible opportunity to participate in the Central Europe Study Abroad program last fall. Our main base was in Wrocław, Poland, but the program also included travel seminars, allowing us to study in Germany, the Czech Republic, and Slovakia. Additionally, we embarked on a two-week travel seminar solely focused on Poland. Along with all the built-in travel, I was able to explore independently as well, visiting London, Amsterdam, and Vienna!

My time abroad was incredible. I learned so much about myself as a student and explored historical topics that I have always found fascinating. As an Ethics and Anthropology major, I was challenged to approach Central European history in ways I had never considered before. Our amazing professors (shoutout to Juliet, Hana, and Josie) went above and beyond to push us academically and to question our preconceived notions about Poland and Central Europe, both before and after the Second World War. One of the most valuable moments from my time abroad was our program’s last night together, where all the professors and students gathered for dinner. We spent hours laughing, crying, and reflecting on our experience, knowing that we had been part of something truly special.

I became a Global Ambassador to give the Central Europe program the attention and recognition it deserves! This program is unique and should receive as much love and care as other, more well-known programs. #meetanambassadormonday

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