Initial Impressions: Prague, Czech Republic – Matthew Isbell
Upon arriving in Prague, I was met with a wave of uncertainty and nervousness, as it fully set in that I would be living in the Czech Republic for the next semester. I really didn’t know anyone else going, besides the two other students from Texas A&M, whom I had only met briefly at the…
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First week in Barcelona – Aidan Johannsen
First Week in Barcelona As our first week in Spain comes to an end, I really only have positive things to say. Before arriving, I had some worry that it would be difficult to fit into the culture and environment, as I had never been to Europe before. However, it has been pretty easy to…
Week 1 of Spain study abroad – Christian Taylor
While living in Barcelona my first week, I noticed many things about society that are different from the United states. Small things like the near perfect grid system of roads or smaller portions of food have had my intrigue from the time my plane landed. But none of my observations compare to the seemingly slower…
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Blog Post: Parker Cooke
Well first I’ll give some background information. Before coming to Barcelona for this study abroad trip. I was able to do about a month’s worth of solo traveling through Spain and Italy prior to class starting July 8th. I was able to visit Madrid, Sevilla, Cortoba, Granada, Malaga, Rome, Assisi, and Florence. These amazing cities…
Blog Post Assignment #1 – Regan Hannigan
Before arriving in Barcelona, I imagined a city full of flamenco dancers, tapas bars, and daily siestas. While some of this is true, my experience has been much richer. Barcelona is a beautiful blend of old and new. The Gothic Quarter, with its narrow streets and historic buildings, feels like stepping back in time. My…
Week One in Barcelona! – Megan McNaughton
This week was my first time ever visiting Spain! I was a little nervous and not sure what to expect when I first arrived, but in just one short week I have already learned so much about Barcelona and its unique culture. I have tried all the traditional tapas, explored the city, and started developing…
Expectation vs Reality in Barcelona – Ava Strain
Before coming to Barcelona, I had never been to Europe and I had expectations of what I thought this trip would be. After spending a week here, some of my expectations have been exceeded and in other areas, my perspectives have changed. One of my biggest concerns coming into this trip was that the locals…
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New Perspectives and Discoveries of Spain – Taylor Battle
My reflections on discovering Spain, specifically Barcelona, have been exciting and insightful. I had some preconceived notions and expectations coming into this study abroad experience, with some living up to expectations and some not so much. One of the many things I heard about Barcelona before my study abroad was how amazing the food was,…
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CIBS Blog Post #1 – Ryan Ramirez
Before I came to Barcelona or Spain, I was expecting a drastically different way of life in terms of housing, transportation, eating, and many other things. However, I have learned that only a few things here are as different as I had previously imagined. However, the things that do contrast with what I had previously…
My First Week in Spain – Alexa Fernandez
Reflecting on my discovery of Spain and Barcelona so far, it’s been an enlightening journey that has opened my understanding and appreciation of the country’s rich culture and the warmth of its people. Among the cultural shocks are the Spanish people’s warmth and friendliness as well as their concept of “personal space.” I’m also surprised…
Reflection Blog #1 – Thomas De La Houssaye
Reflection Blog Post #1 I have discovered so much about Spain so far. Nothing is what I would have expected it to be before starting this study abroad program. The people are incredibly friendly and are willing to speak to me slowly in Spanish to help me understand what they are saying, most people also…
Reflection Blog Post #1 – Cal Graham
After a seemingly quick first week in Barcelona, I already feel as if I’ve grown accustomed to the unique culture and lifestyle of Spain. Before coming here, I thought it would be similar to a beach town in America with lots of seafood and tourists. When coming here, I realized I was mistaken when I…
Barcelona Blog Post #1- Haley Urban
As this is my first time out of the States, I have thoroughly enjoyed acclimating to this new culture, schedule, and quite honestly way of life entirely. In all honesty, I came into this trip with little knowledge of Spain, America’s relations with Spain, and global Business in general. Sitting in class with many of…
Blog Post #1 – Brooke Taylor
Within my first week in Spain I have made many interesting discoveries and observations about the country. Before being in Barcelona, I had preconceived expectations about the locals’ characters. I expected most of the locals to be rude because I had seen online that there had been protests about the mass amount of tourists who…
Barcelona First Week Impressions – Weston Rhodes
Upon arriving in Barcelona I was blown away by the differences in culture between America and Spain. The laid-back lifestyle of the Barcelona people, the culinary experience, the vibrant nightlife, and the mouth-dropping gothic architecture have remarkably transformed my perspective of Spain. While I have loved the Aggie community in the last two years of…
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Blog Post #1 – Juan Jose Vivanco
Being here in Barcelona has taught me what their people value. From their labor laws to the graffiti, I can start to tell what they want out of life. When we heard our guest speaker talk about how there are restrictions on overtime hours one can work, I was taken aback. In the finance industry,…
My Journey Abroad – Jamie Whitley
My preconceived notions or expectation of Barcelona was built through fear. I had family and friends telling me how dangerous it was going to be, this made me afraid. However, I am still not fully at ease. It has been challenging and rewarding. I expected Barcelona to be filled with beautiful streets and homes, the…
blog post #1 – Laura Rios
I arrived in Barcelona a couple days before the rest of the study abroad group got here. I contacted the dorms we were staying at, and asked if I could stay for two extra nights before our check in and they were very flexible and set that up for me. During those two days I…