Lost in between Osaka and Hirakata. This audio recording as well as the image details the events that transpired during my bike to and from Osaka from my University in Hirakata, Japan. As I thoroughly enjoyed my time in Osaka, I was faced with a decision to make regarding my return home with only 15% battery on my phone. All other recourses exhausted, on the outskirts of Hirakata, I made my way back to YUI safely through the kindness of strangers. https://blogs.elon.edu/wp-content/blogs.dir/443/files/2024/04/E-Haggard-Ave.m4a ..read more

A Day in Morocco: Camel Rides and Camel Burgers One standout day from my study abroad trip in Morocco involved two unexpected experiences: camel riding and trying camel burgers. The camel ride through the desert provided a unique view of the Moroccan landscape, while trying camel burgers at a local restaurant introduced me to a new culinary adventure. These experiences reminded me of the value of embracing new opportunities while abroad, deepening my appreciation for Moroccan culture and creating lasting memories. https://blogs.elon.edu/wp-content/blogs.dir/443/files/2024/04/Camels-and-Camel-B ..read more

Benefits of non-English speaking study abroad trips In this brief story, I will share some experiences I had along with some takeaways I gained through studying abroad in Spain and Morocco, and why going somewhere where English is not the main language was beneficial to truly engaging with the new cultures. https://blogs.elon.edu/wp-content/blogs.dir/443/files/2024/04/709-E-Haggard-Ave.m4a ..read more

Meet Cute Abroad This is a brief story of how I met my current boyfriend while abroad in Copenhagen, Denmark. https://blogs.elon.edu/wp-content/blogs.dir/443/files/2024/04/Elon-University-1.m4a ..read more

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Gaining Perspective in Morocco: A Zoo Experience with our Airbnb Driver This is a story from my time spent on spring break in Morocco, during my spring semester abroad in 2023. I detail the experience of bringing our driver to the zoo and the perspective that his pure joy and thankfulness brought my friend and I. https://blogs.elon.edu/wp-content/blogs.dir/443/files/2024/04/Study-Abroad-Stories-Grant-Ardell.m4a ..read more

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Putting the “Home” in “Homestay” This story is about how I had to self-advocate and change my homestay after only one week in Seville, Spain. This decision ended up being the best and most important decision I made all abroad. https://blogs.elon.edu/wp-content/blogs.dir/443/files/2024/04/Schwarz-SAS.mp3 ..read more

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https://blogs.elon.edu/wp-content/blogs.dir/443/files/2024/04/Ari-and-Maddie-Study-Abroad-Story.m4a ..read more