Story Location: Czech Republic
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A Journey Through Prague and Beyond
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Embarking on an unforgettable semester abroad, Prague became not just a destination but a canvas painted with diverse experiences. Exploring the city’s unique charm and venturing beyond its borders unraveled moments that transcended mere education, enriching us with cultural treasures and lifelong friendships. What’s the best thing about Prague?Yiran: Strangely, my favorite aspect of Prague…
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6 Discoveries I’ve Made About Myself From Studying Abroad in Prague
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I won’t lie; I knew absolutely nothing about Prague before I chose to study here this semester. It has always been a dream of mine to study abroad, and my experience in Prague has exceeded my expectations. The city itself is gorgeous and the relationships I’ve formed have shaped me as well. Reflecting on my…
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How One Student Budgeted for Groceries in Prague
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My number one expense in Prague so far has been food. No matter how you slice, bargain, or spare, food expenses will be your greatest constant and it is worth learning how to better manage those costs. When we budget we often do so in terms of the prices of goods we’re used to; when…
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Studying in Prague Through the Eyes of IFSA Students
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On February 2, 2020, I boarded a plane to Prague with one suitcase and very little knowledge of the city that I was about to live in. I had been told numerous times that Prague was a beautiful city, and that was enough to convince me to study abroad there. Upon arrival, I quickly discovered…
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Take the Plunge: Study Abroad as a STEM Student
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“Wouldn’t you rather graduate on time?” This is the question friends would ask me when I told them I wanted to study abroad. “In our major?” fellow Computer Science students would ask. I knew what I was getting myself into—or so I thought. I had the grades, I had the flexible academic window, and I was on…
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Digital Story: Unexpected Home
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Unexpected Home “Seeing that I didn’t know anything about Prague or the Czech Republic I was preparing to feel homesick. However, this city unexpectedly contained components of home for me.” Karina Alvarado is a Film/Cinema Studies Major at Wellesley College. She studied abroad on IFSA’s Reimagining Europe in Prague in the Spring of 2019.
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Finding the Comforts of Home While Abroad
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There is nothing like the unique experiences you can have in a new culture. However, on occasion, there’s nothing like finding the comforts of home while abroad. As an American (Marylander), studying in Prague, I can share with you a few of the ways I find pieces of home in the city. Beating the Heat…
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Impressions of Prague
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As I write this it is day 101 of my semester-long study abroad program in Prague, and only 21 days left until I fly back home to Spokane WA, USA. I measure this time in days spent wandering through cobblestoned streets with my camera slung over my shoulder, Saturdays at the farmers market, tram rides,…
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Gaining Confidence in Prague
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I have always talked about going out and seeing the world. “When I was older, professional, wealthier, etc,” I thought. However, I didn’t know it would be so soon. The concept of studying abroad had always floated around in my brain, but I hadn’t truly thought about it until one of my professors brought up…
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The 4 Stages You’ll Go Through as a Minority Abroad
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My experience as a woman of color (specifically black) is different than the experience of someone who may look just like me but lives within a different socio-political atmosphere. This could be as subtle a difference as a few cities over, or as drastic as the other side of the world — a situation I…
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