Studying in France as Americans: French Holidays and New Semester
This month of January was fittingly one of pleasant endings and new beginnings. Maria and I are glad to have completed yet another month at the Université de Reims Champagne-Ardenne and are excited to embark on our final semester as…
How COVID-19 Shifted Our Perspective as Americans in France
COVID-19 is a thief. Countless people have lost their lives, their loved ones, and their jobs to the pandemic. Celebrations that bring people together like graduations, weddings, and festivals have been cancelled. Schools, museums, movie theaters, restaurants, and even borders…
How to Teach English in France: Spotlight Interview with an Expert
We met our American friend Emma under stressful circumstances back in 2019. Her hopes of living in Reims for her second year with the Teaching Assistant Program in France (TAPIF) were crushed when she was placed in Troyes instead. Meanwhile,…
Savon de Marseille: A Versatile and Authentic French Soap Specialty
When you think of classic French specialties, what comes to mind? You’d be right to cite camembert, wine, perfume, and high fashion – but if you didn’t think of soap, we’re here to introduce you to Savon de Marseille. Savon…
Studying in France as Americans: Full Schedules and Holiday Festivities
December was a month full of classes, work, and holiday events. As American master’s degree students at the Université de Reims Champagne Ardenne, Jalen and I simultaneously enjoyed and were worn out by the past few weeks. Read on to…
An Easy Guide to Réinscription for Foreign Students in France
Degree-seeking students studying at the university level in France will likely need to complete the réinscription, or re-enrollment, process at least once during their academic careers. After concluding our first academic year as American master’s degree students in France, Maria…
