CAPA WORLD

What do you spy with your London Eye? Come and take a look at Julia's CAPA excursion to the top for some landmark spotting in London's urban landscape.

The end of a semester abroad brings a waterfall of memories and daily experiences you'll miss. Alexis looks back with fondness on the 5 things that shaped her life abroad in Florence.

London is home to magnificent works of art and history from around the world. Chi Vu gives you her top 3 museums and galleries in the global city and shares her perspective on the cultural heritage of the curations and exhibitions.

Florence is home to many things: art, history, architecture, and — like most parts of Italy — good food. In this list, Alexis shares 5 places to serve your curious tastebuds for local cuisine filled with pasta and steak, cravings for pizza and a fill of American food while homesick, and daily Italian sandwich lunches. Bookmark this student guide to trying out new restaurants in Florence.

Today, Andrea reflects on her time in London this past semester and shares how she made the most of her last week in this global city. Continue reading to find out more.

Come along on a festive tour of London with Chi Vu as she shows us around this global city during the holiday season. Watch the video here:

Julia shares her visual perspectives and stunning photo captures from her fall abroad in London and around the UK. Discover the memories she holds close straight from her camera lens.

Meet Avalon Aloia (she/her/hers), an official CAPA vlogger in Florence, Italy for Spring 2022:

University: University of Colorado Boulder
Major: Strategic Communications
Minor: Journalism
Study Abroad Location: Florence, Italy

What are you most excited for during your study abroad semester?
I am most excited to finally get to travel through Europe. I have never been and I am so excited to not only visit, but live there for a few months. I am excited about the people I am going to meet and the things I am going to discover. I love art and can’t wait to visit some museums and see all the beautiful architecture!

Meet Aditi Sridhar (she/her), an official CAPA vlogger in London, England for Spring 2022:

University: University of Pittsburgh
Major: Film Studies (Production)
Study Abroad Location: London, England

What are you most excited for during your study abroad semester?
I am most excited to immerse myself into London’s culture more than just being a tourist but instead as a filmmaker, because I think this will offer plenty of new perspectives. I’m also extremely excited that all my classes will be film oriented and that we have access to such great equipment at the Derek Jarman Lab!

Meet Jazz Ward (she/her/hers), an official CAPA vlogger in London, England for Spring 2022:

University: University of Minnesota
Major: Political Science
Study Abroad Location: London, England
Internship or volunteer placement: Independent Academic Research Studies International Institute (IARS)

What are you most excited for during your study abroad semester?
I am most excited to explore the city with friends and meet new people! I also am so excited to start my internship and gain global business experience. I am also a tea fanatic and cannot wait to try different English blends.