How to Study in France as A Couple and What it’s Really Like
Jalen and I do most things together. We both studied French and International Affairs at the University of Mary Washington, participated in the Teaching Assistant Program in France (TAPIF) simultaneously, and now we’re pursuing degrees together at the Université de…
Studying in France as Americans: Finished with Year One of our Master’s Degrees
Believe it or not, Jalen and I have finished the first year of our master’s degrees at the Université de Reims Champagne-Ardenne, meaning that we officially have a Master 1 in Logistics and Public Law respectively! Keep reading for the…
Four Things to Know Before Coming to School in France
Real talk: Deciding to study in France is a choice that you should weigh very carefully. Enrolling in French graduate school isn’t a simple way to hang out abroad but rather a serious undertaking that comes with obstacles and requires…
Six Ways Mary Washington Prepared Us for Life in France
The University of Mary Washington‘s motto, “Where Great Minds Get to Work,” really says it all. UMW is a public liberal arts university in Virginia known for its high-quality instruction and tight-knit community – and it happens to be our…
The Hardest Parts of Being an International Student
Studying outside of your home country can be an amazing experience filled with opportunities for personal and academic growth. It’s also really hard! Read on to find out the hardest parts of being an international student according to two Americans…
Reasons We Chose to Study Law and Logistics in France
Law and Logistics may not be the first fields that come to mind when you think about studying in France. How and why did Jalen and I ultimately decide to pursue degrees in these subjects as American students in France?…
