What does it mean to be “écolo” in France?
Do you care about the environment? Sustainability and environmental consciousness are on the rise all over the world, but especially in France. In French, a person with a particular interest in protecting the environment is called an écolo, short for…
French People Aren’t Rude, You Just Don’t Get Them
One of the most common stereotypes that circulates about the French is that they are rude by nature. Stories of hostile interactions with sour French people get passed around so often that Jalen and I are routinely asked how we…
Studying in France as Americans: Starting Off Year Two
The summer has ended, fall is in the air, and Maria and I have begun our second year as American master’s degree students at the Université de Reims Champagne-Ardenne. If you’re new here or just need a reminder, both of…
Striking Statistics About Studying in France You Didn’t Know: 2021
Studying in France has been a dream come true for Jalen and I as Americans pursuing master’s degrees at the Université de Reims Champagne-Ardenne. How common is it in practice to become a student in France as an American? How…
Studying in France as Americans: One Calendar Year in the Books
The month of August has come to an end and so has the first calendar year of our master’s degree studies in France! Jalen and I are thankful for the time we’ve had in France thus far pursuing our degrees…
Three Mouth-Watering Specialities from Reims, France Everyone Will Love
France’s numerous culinary masterpieces delight foodies all around the world. The often imitated, never duplicated regional products are not only delicious, but also demonstrate France’s rich cultural and historical tradition. As Americans living in France, Jalen and I love partaking…
