Archived copy — This is page is part of a snapshot of https://minersabroad.mst.edu captured on December 31, 2025. Its contents may be out of date.
Archived copy — This is page is part of a snapshot of https://minersabroad.mst.edu captured on December 31, 2025. Its contents may be out of date.

The American Cemetery at Normandy

  On June 12, we visited the US cemetery at Normandy, which is located behind the Omaha Beach invasion site.  It was a very surreal moment seeing all of the white crosses and Stars of David all lined up.  The gravestones are lined up so … [Continue reading]

The Vel d’Hiv Roundup–by Will Hays

I was not sure exactly what to expect upon leaving Gare de l’Est Wednesday morning. However, after our morning activities and our break had passed, I found myself with the group at a particular monument next to the Eiffel Tower.  The monument was … [Continue reading]

What a Month!

How has my experience abroad affected me? Well, first off, before this trip I had never travelled outside the United States, taken a train, eaten duck, or experienced another country’s memory of war. After the first day in Paris I had accomplished … [Continue reading]

Personal Experience in Paris–by Bob Alexander

My personal experience on my Missouri S&T study abroad trip to Paris, France was one I will never forget.  It was my first time in Europe and I enjoyed myself very much.  French culture is definitely different. The French seem to enjoy a more … [Continue reading]

28 Days Abroad

I left Missouri May 21st. My first stop was Rome, Italy, where I spent 4 days visiting as much as was possible in such a short period.  My next destination was Paris, France, where I was lucky enough to have 14 days' worth of adventures. The next … [Continue reading]

Looking Back at Our Trip…

After visiting Paris I miss the city intensely, but I am also extremely glad I am back home. Paris has its highs and lows, as does every city, but the City of Light was a truly unique experience itself. I was able to see the tourist attractions … [Continue reading]

Reflections on France

After returning home from our study abroad trip I almost feel like a different person. This trip has changed my life and the way I view the world. I have seen how differently people live. In France the way they go through everyday life is different … [Continue reading]

Fun Times in France

My outlook on the world has changed in such a short period of time.  Leaving the US has brought more culture into my life, which I would not have experienced had I not gone on this trip.  The start of the trip was a little of a culture shock, but … [Continue reading]

Life-Changing Experience

This study abroad program has changed my life forever. I have traveled before but never to this extent and not with this much learning. I come from a German background so I have always had the perspective in my head that travel changes you. It wasn’t … [Continue reading]

Reflection on France: Study Abroad Experience

After arriving back in the U.S. this past Saturday, I’ve come to realize a huge gap in both social and historical culture between America and France. The experience has really impacted my views in a nearly indescribable way. It was almost an … [Continue reading]