Student Experiences

University of Cincinnati students from all backgrounds and majors study abroad in a wide variety of countries each year. Experience the impact of study abroad through their eyes and get inspired for your next adventure.


Recent Stories

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Co-op helps students at UC compete in a tight job market

January 14, 2026

WCPO 9 News in Cincinnati discusses UC's co-op program and job readiness in a tight job market. Journalist Taylor Woods speaks with UC students and Annie Straka, associate dean of the UC College of Cooperative Education and Professional Studies.

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Watch performances from Jennifer Higdon's residency at CCM

January 14, 2026

One of America's greatest living composers spent three days in residence at CCM earlier this year. Relive the excitement of that residency with the latest video releases from CCM Recording Productions. This October, the University of Cincinnati College-Conservatory of Music welcomed Pulitzer Prize and Grammy Award-winning composer Jennifer Higdon for a three-day-long residency. Dubbed the "Jennifer Higdon Festival," this one-of-a-kind event featured a variety of different public performances presented by students and faculty, along with a Composition Symposium for CCM students, faculty and staff.

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Watch highlights from the CCM Wind Symphony's season-opening concert

January 14, 2026

Highlights from the CCM Wind Symphony's season-opening concert are now available to watch on demand. The Sept. 19 performance, titled "Tributes," featured music selections that were composed as tributes by Joel Puckett, James David, Michael Gandolfi and Jonathan Leshnoff.


Maya McGuire, CCM

CCM student Maya McGuire studied European languages to improve her vocal performance ability. But, she says actually putting those skills into practice abroad was life-changing.

Studying abroad gives us opportunities to see how far our art can reach people.

Maya McGuire


Ellie Kammerer, College of Arts & Sciences

As a Classics major, Ellie Kammerer had no reservations about visiting the ancient world in Greece. But through her study abroad experience, she found her path forward and a passion for travel.

It was really important to me to have the modern study abroad experience in a very ancient and rich cultural filled city.

Ellie Kammerer


Stanislav Przedlacki, CCM

CCM student Stanislav Przedlacki fully immersed himself within the French culture while on his study abroad journey. Challenging himself in the best way, he enjoyed the spontaneity of being in another country and the ease of being a student.

I learned a lot about not only where I was, not only about what I was learning, but about myself.

Stanislav Przedlacki


Aliyah Kane, College of Medicine

According to Public Health major Aliyah Kane, having a study abroad experience on your resume is helpful because it shows that you are a courageous and ambitious person. Due to her time well spent in Spain, she hopes to use her newfound knowledge in an internship abroad. 

The way my study abroad in Madrid went is really what pushed me to have another experience abroad.

Aliyah Kane


Maura Horton, Lindner College of Business

Lindner College of Business student Maura Horton got the best of both worlds during her study abroad adventure. From experience-based learning to a captivating African safari, Maura is here to let you know that yes—it's worth it. 

The experience that I got is real world and it has helped me personally get internships.

Maura Horton