Studying, Surviving, Soaring

Living, learning, and leading across continents

Studying, Surviving, Soaring is the storytelling space of Ariventures Abroad — where real experiences meet global ambition. Through personal reflections, practical insights, and bold ideas, our blog explores what it takes to thrive abroad. From first-gen students navigating new cultures, to communities embracing sustainable travel, to Fellows pushing through barriers in graduate programs overseas, we share the journeys that often go untold. Whether you’re preparing for your first trip, searching for purpose through study abroad, or passionate about global impact, this is where resilience and transformation take flight.

From First-Gen to Global Citizen: Your Giving Tuesday Gift Changes Lives

This GivingTuesday, Invest in Global Futures

ACM Fellow Spotlight: Mykia Washington – The Living Classroom: Nature as a Bridge, Crossing Cultures Studying Abroad in Costa Rica 

Is the Future of Study Abroad in Emerging Destinations?

ACM Fellow Spotlight: Lauren Ross – Finding Home in Cairo

Why “Global” No Longer Means “Distant”