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My summer on a French farm!
We’d like to introduce you to AUCP Fall 2015 student Stefani Kuo from Yale, who chose to spend her summer in the picturesque town of Uzès in the South of France, working on a French farm.
From Hong Kong to Marseille: Meet AUCP Student Jessica!
Today, we’d like you to meet Jessica, an French & Medieval studies major from Pomona College who is studying abroad this semester in Marseille. The « Meet an AUCP Student » series is part of an on-going series on Le Blog to show you how AUCP students, although they often share a common passion for the French language and culture, each have their own unique way of living with and like the French at the AUCP.
Meet AUCP Student Colleen!
Today, we’d like you to meet Colleen, an French & English major from Providence College. The « Meet an AUCP Student » series is part of an on-going series on Le Blog to show you how AUCP students, although they often share a common passion for the French language and culture, each have their own unique way of living with and like the French at the AUCP.
From a Fraternity to France: Meet AUCP Student Ryan!
Today, we’d like you to meet Ryan, an French & Interantional Business major from Linfield College who is studying abroad for the entire academic year. The « Meet an AUCP Student » series is part of an on-going series on Le Blog to show you how AUCP students, although they often share a common passion for the French language and culture, each have their own unique way of living with and like the French at the AUCP.
Meet AUCP Student Annalise!
Today, we’d like you to meet Annalise, a French & Psychology major from Fordham University. The « Meet an AUCP Student » series is part of an on-going series on Le Blog to show you how AUCP students, although they often share a common passion for the French language and culture, each have their own unique way of living with and like the French at the AUCP.
Rugby in Provence
As part of his AUCP Personal Interest Activity requirement, University of Pennsylvania student Tabong Kima discovered a local university rugby club right here in Aix-en-Provence, France.
Here’s what Spring Students Are Saying About AUCP Study Abroad!
We said farewell to our class of Spring 2015 just last week. But before they said their last goodbyes to the South of France, we asked them to share their thoughts about their experience abroad.
Ever Dreamed of Rock Climbing in Provence?
Ever dreamed of rock climbing in Provence? Check out Maureen’s story: this lover of the outdoors got to continue her mountaineering passion while studying abroad, in French!
Meet an AUCP Alum: Sophia
Now that you’re familiar with our “Meet an AUCP Student” series, check out the “Meet an AUCP Alum” series! First up is Sophia Carter, a George Washington University graduate now studying law at Duke University. Looking back on her Spring 2010 semester in Aix, Sophia discusses the value of the French language, teaching English in France and her favorite memories from her AUCP Study Abroad experience.
Meet AUCP Student Kaitlin!
Our Meet an AUCP Study Abroad student series continues with Kaitlin, a full-year student and French major/Anthropology minor from Colby College. She shares about FOMO, confesses about her non-existent dancing skills, and gives insight into what it’s really like living abroad for a year.
Meet AUCP Student Lars!
Our Meet an AUCP Student series continues with Lars, a Grinnell College student studying in Marseille. Lars shares about his love of languages, playing basketball in France, his week in Morocco and living in Marseille. Read on to learn more!
What Clubs Do AUCP Students Join?
Do you love to dance, workout or hike? Are you an accomplished artist or a sports fanatic? There is no reason why you should put your favorite activity on hold during your time abroad. Au contraire! At the AUCP, cultivating your personal interest activity is part of the program!
Meet AUCP Student Sarah Elena!
Our Meet an AUCP Student series continues with Sarah Elena, an AUCP Marseille student. A Political Science & Environmental Studies major at Austin College, Sarah Elena shares about being a Francophile, fixing bikes in Marseille and riding camels in Morocco. Read on to learn more!
Meet AUCP Student Matt!
As part of our « Meet an AUCP Student » series, we introduce you to one of our Aix-en-Provence full-year students, Matt. A Comparative Literature and Philosophy major from Fordham University, Matt discusses his French language partners, his philosophy debate club, and his favorite class at the AUCP, Immigrant Identities in Contemporary France.
Meet AUCP Student Meghan!
AUCP students have a lot in common. But while they share a lot, each one is unique. Today, we’d like you to meet Meghan, a French major from Ursinus College. This is the first of an on-going series on Le Blog designed to introduce you to current AUCP students, and to show you how, despite their many similarities, they each have their own unique way of living with and like the French at the AUCP.
Call for Alumni Blog Posts
Tell us about it!! AUCP Le Blog is now accepting guest post submissions from our alumni. Tell us about your favorite experience or your favorite memory…
Portrait of an AUCP Student
What does an AUCP student look like? Or rather, what does an AUCP student do that sets him or her apart from the rest? Meet an AUCP student, here.
Join the Club!
Yoga, Zumba, sailing or soccer? Choir, painting, belly-dancing or Tai Chi? Participating in a personal interest activity is one of the best ways to make French friends and AUCP students go at it with a flourish!