We’re always on the lookout for captivating pictures that exemplify the true meaning of a study abroad experience. Our annual Capture the Culture Photo Contest is an opportunity for AIFS students and recent alumni…
I never knew seeing lava rushing through the mouth of a volcano was something that needed to be on my bucket list, until I actually got to see it. Visiting…
When you volunteer abroad with AIFS as part of your college experience, you get to know the real people and culture of the place you choose to study abroad. Community…
If there’s one thing in this world that can make me happy, it’s chocolate. I love all sorts of chocolate: white chocolate, sweet and bitter chocolate, salted chocolate, spicy chocolate…
“Let’s go to the Full Moon Festival in Puerto Viejo tomorrow!” my friend, Macy, excitedly shouted at me as I entered our Environmental Impact and Social Development class. “You don’t…
It’s that time of year again! We’ve just announced our January Term 2018 study abroad options. Like our Summer programs, these programs provide a cost-effective and efficient way to study…
Today was the day, the day I relapsed back into drinking coffee after a 6-month streak of sobriety. Some would have ventured as far as saying that my addiction was…
I stared at the clock hanging above Sofia’s head, waiting impatiently for the little hand to point to the 12. This had been approximately the 12th time within the past…
It has been getting harder to wake up at 6:30 every morning, but this week was full of fun activities. On Tuesday I ate lunch at a local Chinese restaurant.…
This summer, I went to Manuel Antonio National Park in Costa Rica with my AIFS study abroad program. It was a relaxing weekend and was nice to get out of…
