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Abroad

Zoya To describes her life abroad at NYU Paris, comparing her expectations to reality.

Paris: The Dangerous Dream of Expectations

Zoya To, Contributing Writer February 9, 2017
Zoya To reflects on the moving to Paris for the wrong reasons and learning to love the city.
Trdelnik is a popular pastry in Prague that originated in Slovakia a few years ago. The confection — rolled dough topped with cinnamon, sugar and walnuts — has become quite popular among tourists and comes with a variety of fillings.

Czeching Out Some Traditional Czech Cuisine

Ankita Bhanot, Staff Writer February 7, 2017
The Czech Republic is known for its gorgeous architecture and revolutionary history, but not so much for its food. Check out some of Ankita Bhanot's favorite traditional dishes!
The Cibele Palace in Madrid

Madrid: Silencio Sobre Trump?

Abigail Weinberg, Staff Writer February 3, 2017
Abigail Weinberg talks about adjusting to Madrid reflects on keeping silent in a harsh political climate.
When you visit a new place and immerse yourself in its culture, you may find yourself surprised by the people around you.

Tel Aviv: A Night in Fez

Hannah Benson, Contributing Writer December 6, 2016
Hannah Benson reflects on her adventures staying with a family in Fez, Morocco.
Although volunteerism is great in its ability to allow people to both explore and better their communities, it can become just a pat on the back for the privileged.

Paris: Students Volunteer at the Empty Calais Jungle

Audrey Deng, Contributing Writer December 6, 2016
Audrey Deng chopped wood at Calais and reflected on the self-congratulatory nature of volunteerism.
Hundreds of people marched down 14th street in protest, holding up signs, shouting, and blocking traffic in both directions.

D.C.: Washington Marches in Protest Against Trump

Audrey Romjue, Contributing Writer December 2, 2016
Read one student's recollections of anti-Trump protests at the NYU Washington, D.C. campus.
A protester raises her anti-Trump sign near the Eiffel Tower during a rally on Saturday.

French Citizens Stand in Solidarity Against Trump

Anne Cruz, Abroad Editor November 21, 2016
Abroad Editor Anne Cruz took photos at a march against Donald Trump in Paris Saturday.
Paris: A Visit to Marvelous Marseille

Paris: A Visit to Marvelous Marseille

Anne Cruz, Abroad Editor November 15, 2016
Abroad Editor Anne Cruz took some photos at Marseille.
Previous political struggles in countries such as Argentina have shown that in times of hardship, people can survive political turmoil.

Buenos Aires: Professors Provide Post-Election Reassurance

Ellen Cooper, Contributing Writer November 15, 2016
In the wake of the presidential election, one student in Buenos Aires found solace in her professor's words.
Students who watched the final days of the election unfold from their study away sites shared their thoughts on Donald Trump's  election as president of the United States.

NYU Reacts — Abroad Edition: Trump Wins the Presidential Election

Anne Cruz, Abroad Editor November 11, 2016
NYU students at sites around the world have been attuned to U.S. politics this past week.
While studying abroad in Paris, Anne Cruz captures her favorite place, the Chateau of Versailles.

Paris: The Palace of Versailles Is a Dream, No Matter How Touristy

Anne Cruz, Abroad Editor November 11, 2016
Versailles may be a tourist attraction, but Abroad Editor Anne Cruz loves it nonetheless.

WATCH: The Shanghai Study Abroad Experience

Alexis Zerafa, Contributing Writer November 11, 2016

I’m Alexis, and I’ve been fortunate enough to have the opportunity to study in Shanghai for the fall of 2016. I want to do everything in my power to remember this wonderful...