Kristopher (also known as Kip) is an official CAPA vlogger for fall 2017, sharing his story in weekly posts on CAPA World. A Finance major at University of Colorado - Boulder, he is studying abroad in Florence this semester.

In his first post, Kristopher breaks down his packing list and shows us his first views of Florence.

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Thanks Kip!

Kristopher's journey continues every Tuesday so stay tuned.

Elizabeth is an official CAPA blogger for fall 2017, sharing her story in weekly posts on CAPA World. A Communication major at Lasell College, she is studying abroad in Dublin this semester.

In her first post, Elizabeth reflects on her past travels and envisions how things will be different when she reaches Dublin.

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I have attempted to start this blog post at least five times and every time I start it seems unreal that I will be leaving for Ireland in four days. Four Days. Four days to fit in my last goodbyes and pack the last essential items. (Sadly my dog apparently cannot come with me in my carry on.) After months of planning and finalizing the details, the ‘excitement butterflies’ have set in for my trip to Dublin.

I have had the urge to travel since I was eight. I dreamed of traveling the world and having a map so full of pushpins that you could barely read the names of the cities. Since then I have taken every opportunity possible to explore the world. From the car trips with my family to Myrtle Beach to traveling to Vietnam with a class from my school, I have always been the first to accept adventure. Traveling to Dublin will be a step towards filling my map.

Celess is an official CAPA vlogger for fall 2017, sharing her story in weekly posts on CAPA World. A Business Administration major at Riverside City College, she is studying abroad in Florence this semester.

In her first post, Celess shows us how she fit everything in her bags without going over the weight limit.

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Thanks Celess!

Celess' journey continues every Monday so stay tuned.

Tylor is an official CAPA vlogger for fall 2017, sharing her story in weekly posts on CAPA World. A Business Communication major at University of Arizona, she is studying abroad in Dublin this semester.

In her first post, Tylor checks off all the predeparture items on her list and shows us how she'll be dressing for the weather in Dublin.

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Tylor's journey continues every Friday so stay tuned.

Maureen is an official CAPA vlogger for fall 2017, sharing her story in weekly posts on CAPA World. A BFA major at University of Minnesota - Twin Cities, she is studying abroad in London this semester.

In her first post, Maureen says goodbye to her friends and family at home and shares how she'll survive in London with just the essentials.

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Maureen's journey continues every Monday so stay tuned.

Sarah is an official CAPA vlogger for fall 2017, sharing her story in weekly posts on CAPA World. A Fashion Retail and Merchandising major at Lasell College, she is studying abroad in Shanghai this semester.

In her first post, Sarah shares some of her thoughts about what to expect as she prepares to study abroad in Shanghai.

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Thanks Sarah!

Sarah's journey continues every Thursday so stay tuned.

Hanna is an official CAPA blogger for fall 2017, sharing her story in weekly posts on CAPA World. A Marketing, Finance, and International Business major at the University of Minnesota- Twin Cities, Carlson School of Management, she is studying abroad in Sydney this semester.

In her first post, Hanna talks about how, despite being well-traveled, she always has to prepare for a new adventure.

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Hi there! My name is Hanna and I am your Sydney eyes and ears for this Fall.

To begin with, being a well-traveled person doesn't mean you can jump on a plane to another country and recklessly lay down…at least not for me. I've been travelling with my family since childhood. The last time I counted I have already visited 27 countries; and some of them even more than once. It still feels that there are just so many things to consider and plan before each trip. What I have learned is that it is worth to be worried and well-prepared, but never stop or give up. All of the issues I have faced while traveling, could have been solved with the help of communication and curiosity. I've learned that other traveling people have most likely been in similar shoes and will be willing to help you figure the way out.

Nicole is an official CAPA vlogger for fall 2017, sharing her story in weekly posts on CAPA World. A Marketing & International Business major at Villanova University, she is studying abroad in Sydney this semester.

In her first post, Nicole talks about the best ways to prepare to pack for study abroad.

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Nicole's journey continues every Wednesday so stay tuned.

Corissa is an official CAPA blogger for summer 2017, sharing her story in weekly posts on CAPA World. A Psychology major at the University of Minnesota, Twin Cities, she is studying abroad in London this semester.

In her first post, Corissa tells us how she feels before starting her journey abroad.

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Corissa's journey continues every Friday so stay tuned.

Maita is an official CAPA blogger for summer 2017, sharing her story in weekly posts on CAPA World. A Kinesiology major at the University of Minnesota, Twin Cities, she is studying abroad in London this semester.

In her first post, Maita tells us about what makes her excited and nervous for her upcoming study abroad experience.

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T-minus five days until I depart for London.  I am trying to cram everything in that I can.  I feel like I am all over the place trying to get it all done, but closing in on total excitement.

I was recently a co-host of my younger sister’s high school graduation celebration party.  Most conversations throughout the party went similar to this: