September 2017

The only thing better than getting to spend a semester abroad in London is getting to spend that same semester living, and eating, in South Kensington. South Kensington — yes,…

When first researching studying abroad, the options seem overwhelming. Where do I go? Should I work with a school directly? Should I use a program? Do I plan my own…

Each morning I wake up and write down three things that I believe would make the day great (it’s in a book called the Five-Minute Journal for anybody interested). Looking…

One of the most important things in visiting a country is learning the history, language and culture. Getting to know others means I am discovering new things; I am also…

One of my biggest hopes for this semester is that by December I no longer stand out as an obvious American. While the citizens are definitely respectful of everyone, there…

London is renowned for its iconic venues, history and culture. Alexandra Jonassen from AVC is studying this Fall in London, England with Southern Californian Foothills Consortium. Alexandra is both a…

What’s stopping you from having the time of your life in Spain’s beautiful capital city this spring? Well, if you apply before October 1st, the answer is nothing, because we’re…

If you are looking for a phenomenal study abroad destination this spring, we have good news! Space is still available to study abroad on our new program in Budapest, Hungary.…

Well you guys, I did it! 49 pounds! After stressing about exceeding the 50 pound suitcase weight limit, I guess you can say the “suitcase struggle” turned into the “suitcase…

AIFS Program: San Jose, Costa Rica

Home University: St. Edwards University

Howdy! My name is Andrea Calderon and I am currently a Sophomore at St. Edwards University located in Austin, Texas. This Spring semester I am studying abroad in the beautiful country of Costa Rica at Veritas Universidad located in the city of San José! As a student pursuing a degree in Environmental Science and Policy, I chose Costa Rica because I find it to be the PERFECT way to learn about a broad range of environments through first-hand experience.