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<p>As a first-generation college student, Ricardo Martinez (UC Davis) knew nothing about studying abroad. In Brazil, Ricardo quickly learned to adjust differently than some of my peers. Many other first-gen students may find themselves in the same shoes.</p>

<p>If you've dreamed of joining the Peace Corps after graduation, study abroad is the perfect way to prepare. UCEAP alumna and former Peace Corps volunteer Rachel Shinto explains how these two experiences work together.</p>

<p>I am a student with a disability and I rely on a wheelchair to get around. I'm sharing my study abroad experience so you can prepare for your own journey.</p>

<p>Looking to keep a healthy exercise routine in a cold climate? These fitness tips are sure to boost your workout program when traveling beyond the sunny borders of California.</p>

<p>Strange food, cold weather, new roommates, planes, trains, buses and metro rides. If you don’t get sick while abroad, you are a marvel of science. While a trip to a medical clinic is not at the top of your travel plans, you might as well prepare for the inevitability.</p>

<p>Here's what to do if you lose your passport while studying abroad.</p>