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Don’t be surprised if you experience culture shock abroad

February 22, 2021 0

Culture shock: we’ve all heard the term and are generally aware of its meaning, but it entails more than occasional bouts of homesickness and struggles…

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Top 5 moments studying abroad

February 15, 2021 0

Six countries and 13 cities visited all in just two short months; this was the rollercoaster that was my half-semester abroad last spring in Torino,…

“Fulfill the feeling of wanderlust by taking advantage of the study abroad programs offered at the University of Maine.” Photo by Brendan Ward. Black Bear Abroad

Thinking about studying abroad? Here’s how to get started.

February 8, 2021 0

So you want to study abroad? While the University of Maine offers a multitude of opportunities both domestic and international, all of which can be…

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10 things you should know before studying abroad

February 1, 2021 0

By Gustav Anderson, Study Abroad Contributor Reader, I would like to begin this article with a moment of meditative reflection. If you would be so…

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Thinking about study abroad? Here’s what you need to know.

December 7, 2020 0

Guest Authors: Bailey West and Gustav Anderson Studying abroad is a big decision. Spending an entire semester, or even more, in a foreign country takes…

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UMaine’s Study Abroad Program announces winners for recent photo contest and plans ahead for future student involvement

December 4, 2020 0

On Nov. 19, the UMaine Study Abroad program announced the winners of its annual photo contest: Aidan Salisbury as the first-place winner, Kevin Lynch Greenberg…

Study Abroad Ambassador Gustav Anderson pauses overlooking a pedestrian bridge in Lyon, France. Photo by Beau Brown. Black Bear Abroad

Black Bear Abroad: Study Abroad Ambassador Gustav Anderson overcame his traveling fears and fell in love with Italy during his time abroad in spring ‘19

November 30, 2020 0

Guest Author: Gustav Anderson The fear of snakes is undoubtedly one of the most common and emotionally biting fears throughout the world. Greater still is…

West poses by Ireland's iconic Cliffs of Mohr, one of her favorite views during her time studying abroad. Photo provided by Bailey West. Black Bear Abroad

Black Bear Abroad: Study Abroad Ambassador Bailey West recalls her experience in Ireland and urges students to start dreaming regardless of quarantine

November 16, 2020 0

Guest Author: Bailey West I am a fourth-year biochemistry student in the Honors College at the University of Maine, and I am originally from Stockton…

Final days in Japan. Photo by Shania Soler. Black Bear Abroad

Coronavirus concerns send study abroad students home from Japan early

March 30, 2020 0

Due to the coronavirus outbreak, all abroad programs have been cut short and students have been sent home. So as of right now, I’m currently…

The bright blue water of a river in Kinugawa, Japan. Photo by Shania Soler. Black Bear Abroad

Nikko: day 2

March 9, 2020 0

On the second day of vacation, my host family and I woke up in the ryokan. I hadn’t gotten the best night’s sleep as we…

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