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…
The Important Difference Between “Study Abroad” and “Studying Abroad”
At American colleges and universities, study abroad programs are touted as opportunities for students to expand their horizons, increase their language capacities, and set their resumes apart. Less often discussed, however, is the possibility of studying abroad by directly enrolling…
Four Insider Tips for Pursuing a Degree in Your Second Language
A quick Google search for tips on studying in your non-native language is likely to bring up results about merely studying a foreign language. While language learning is, in our opinion, an important and worthy endeavor, pursuing a degree in…
The Ultimate Quiz for People Dreaming of Moving to France
Dreaming of moving to France? Can’t stop thinking about French culture and how much you’d love to live your life à la française? Take this fun quiz to find out if you’re ready to make the big move! 1. Are…
Feeling Confident About Your French at Any Skill Level
When on a journey to fluency in a language, feelings of insecurity can plague learners – especially when it comes to the French language. French is a very prescriptive language whose native speakers are quick to correct your mistakes. This…
