My First Week in Copenhagen – Andy Zhu
It’s been less than a week since I arrived in Copenhagen for my study abroad program at Copenhagen Business School (CBS), and I’m already starting to see just how different—and exciting—life here is compared to back home in the U.S. CBS immediately impressed me with its sleek, modern campus and strong international presence. Students and…
Start of my internship – Laurence Brooks
I have loved my time at 3 BYT Consorcio in Madrid so far. 3 BYT is a startup that buys and sells recycled plastics to promote sustainability. I have focused my work on 3 BYT’s expansion into new countries, including the United States, Malaysia, Turkey, India and Vietnam. This work has been slightly challenging as…
First Impressions of Copenhagen, Denmark – Claire Hutchison
Howdy! My name is Claire Hutchison, and this is my second time studying abroad with CIBs at Mays Business School! This summer I have the privilege of being at Copenhagen Business School in Denmark to take a brief class in finance. The city is full of life and diversity, and the weather is absolutely amazing! There…
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My Experience in Dublin, Ireland – William Webber
Starting my internship at Premier Publishing in Ireland has been a rewarding experience so far. The team welcomed me with professionalism and warmth. I’ve already had the chance to contribute to meaningful work. I enjoy the daily rhythm, which blends structure with opportunities to approach problems with my own unique solutions. One thing I’ve noticed…
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First Impressions as an intern in Tokyo – Hannah McCormack
It has been about 2 and a half weeks since I began my internship here in Tokyo. My company is called LOOK UP Accounting, but as a whole they own a few different businesses. These include a café, a co-working space, and a studio. As that description might entail, it is not the most conventional…
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Madrid Memories – Tiffany Phu
My time in Madrid has left a lasting impact on my heart that I hope to never forget. It feels like I arrived in the Adolfo Suárez Madrid–Barajas Airport just yesterday. The biggest shift in perspective I experienced from my time abroad would be to focus on gratitude and taking each day one step at…
Reflection Blog Post #1- Experience in Dublin, Ireland – Braden Walker
I am currently interning at Cystic Fibrosis Ireland in their finance department, and so far my experience abroad has been a great one. CFI was originally founded in 1963 by parents of children with cystic fibrosis to improve the treatment and facilities of those with the disease, and it accomplishes this by outreach, donations, and…
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Entry #2 : Final Reflection and lessons learned. – Nicholas Capriotti
The most important things I learned about conducting business and social life abroad are that you don’t have to have everything figured out but you have to be willing to adapt, and that although your home culture can be comfortable you have to be willing to step out of your comfort zone. First, I was…
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The First Half of My Summer Abroad – Anna Riach
Even after only a short time in Italy, I can already tell that this global business program will be one of my most memorable and amazing experiences that I will have. It has been so incredible to experience the country of Italy and make new friendships. We began our journey in Rome and are currently…
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Italy Business Blog #1 – Chance Banner
This study abroad trip has been amazing so far. Between classes, sightseeing, and business visits, every day brings something new—and I’m learning a ton in the process. Our class sessions have been really engaging. We’re diving into international finance and international business, and while the material isn’t too hard, it’s been super informative. I’ve been…
Ending of the Trip – Preston Spears
I spent the last month traveling through Europe, and looking back, it still feels surreal. From the busy streets of London to the peaceful mountains of Austria, every stop along the way taught me something new. I didn’t set out on this trip expecting personal growth. I mostly just wanted to explore and experience new…
Is This Real Life? Italy so Far! – Sami Dhuca
I honestly didn’t know what to expect when I signed up for this global business program, but getting off that plane and seeing Rome the first few days felt like entering a completely different world, which it is. Everything here, from the streets to the buildings to the way people interact, contains so much history…
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Italy Business Study Abroad – Kate Marshall
Upon arrival in Florence, I was immediately surprised by how the city was a blend between the traditional city landscape and the cultural landscape. It seamlessly intertwines Renaissance styles with more modern architecture. It is a unique environment that I have loved experiencing so far. Additionally, the global business program is very well-structured. It allows…
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First Half of my Italian Summer – JD Webb
Ciao friends! I’m JD Webb, a Finance major at Mays Business School, and I’m currently spending four weeks in Italy with the Italy Business study abroad program. It has truly been one of the most incredible experiences of my life so far. We began our journey in Rome, where we explored so much of the…
Blog #1 Italy – Patrick Fay
Italy has been such an amazing time so far in my experience. I am in the 2025 Italy Business study abroad. We arrived on June 4th in Rome and stay in Italy until July 1st. While in Rome, we visited the Colosseum and Vatican City as a group. This was a great experience because I…
The first 2 weeks in Italy – Rayan Ali
Arriving in Rome and the coming to Florence, Italy to study abroad under the Global Business Program, I was offered to experience a relatively new country and a foreign culture, which was a highly valuable and eye-opening experience itself. The historic aspect of the city such as the cobblestone roads, elements of renaissance buildings, and…
Good Times: First Week in Italy – Claire Wiebe
The culture of Italy looks different compared to the culture of the U.S. in many ways. After visiting four different companies in the Florence area, our group was exposed to a wide variety of business cultures and how Italians run their companies. Lorenzo, from the St. Regis, dressed professionally, acted in a punctual manner, and…
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France Blog Post 2 – Avery Farmer
Firstly, any Aggie I encounter who is curious about the abroad experience or on the fence about participating in one, I will give a glowing recommendation about the experience. After this experience, I now see how much benefits and importance going abroad has. Not only is it super fun, but I saw so much self…