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Oli’s ode to fall

Oli knew that spending his fall semester in Scandinavia would mean missing some of the classic hallmarks of fall at home.

“Yes, I would miss fall on campus, but what would I get instead? Watching the leaves and seasons change in a city with parks and green spaces, more bakeries than people, and a reputation built on the concept of coziness.”

See how Oli spent his fall in Scandinavia enjoying the transition from summer to autumn, exploring a new location, and finding new ways to celebrate holidays like Halloween and Thanksgiving with friends.

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Finding a second home in Sweden

Originally from Ukraine, Sonya (she/her, Grinnell College) was already “studying abroad” in the US when she decided to attend DIS Stockholm in fall 2024. While she wasn’t sure what to…
Summer at DIS: Something for everyone

Natalie (She/her, Vanderbilt University) wasn’t certain what she wanted to do with her summer in 2024. She considered research, jobs, internships, and more before realizing she wanted to try something…
Careers in Copenhagen: My internship experience through DIS

“The experience felt more like a collaborative creative endeavor than a traditional internship. Running around the city with friends, styling them for shoots, and directing their poses created such an…
Lessons from Scandinavia

“Embrace change, explore new perspectives, and expand horizons.” I often say that I hate change. This summer, however, I realized that this is not entirely true — I just hate goodbyes.…

Affinity groups at DIS Copenhagen

Settling into a new country and cultural context is significant for everyone, but for marginalized identities, the unknowns can be even more daunting. At DIS, we encourage students to connect…
Battling with my Blackness in Stockholm

Summer Writer Janeen (she/her, John Jay College) spent a session at DIS Stockholm studying Human Trafficking in a Global Context. Born and raised in Jamaica, she shares her insights into…
Affinity groups at DIS Stockholm

Uprooting from home and moving to Scandinavia for several months is a significant milestone for everyone, especially for students who bear minority identities. DIS is committed to supporting students through…
Being a student of color abroad: Blue

DIS Student Vlogger Blue (he/they, St. Olaf College) opens up about their experience as a student of color studying abroad in Copenhagen, Denmark. They talk about their main struggles while…

Raelyn’s homestay: A family away from home

Raelyn (she/her, American University) chose to live with homestay hosts for her semester in Stockholm for several reasons: to gain an intimate understanding of Swedish culture, build community among locals,…
Student Blogger Digest – Housing in Copenhagen

When building your study abroad experience, housing can seem like a true unknown. Still haven’t made up your mind? You’ve come to the right place. DIS offers four housing options:…
Student Blogger Digest – Housing in Stockholm

Where you live can be a transformative part of your study abroad experience. It’s where you build community, engage with your surroundings, and grow as a global citizen. DIS offers…
Living in the present: Nala’s Homestay experience in Copenhagen

For Nala (she/her), Northwestern University, there was uncertainty in what being abroad with DIS Copenhagen would look like. She shares her reflections on how being in a Homestay grounded her,…

Slow traveling to Abisko auroras

Last spring, DIS Stockholm student Jocelyn (she/her Vanderbilt University) took an overnight train to Abisko, a town in northern Sweden, to chase down the northern lights. Read her story below to…
Seychelle’s slow travel journey to Thy National Park

Last spring, DIS Copenhagen student Seychelle (she/her), Smith College, used Easter break to travel across Denmark via train and bus. An avid surfer born and raised in Hawaii, Seychelle paid…
Påske in Posebyen: The seven P’s of slow travel to Kristiansand, Norway

DIS Copenhagen students Grace (she/her), Evergreen State College, and Jordyn (they/them), Swarthmore College, teamed up to slow travel via train and bus from Copenhagen to Kristiansand, a smaller community on…
Slow travel and analog memories in Berlin

Shane (he/him), Cal Poly Pomona, received Slow Travel funding to travel via bus from Copenhagen to Berlin to explore the sustainable architecture, local community, and vegan food scene of Berlin. …

Caroline’s letter to the incoming study abroad student

“You are about to embark on a life-changing journey, something I’m sure you’ve heard already. Here is some advice, a few observations, and an honest report of how the heck…
Packing list for your time abroad in Scandinavia

How much luggage should I bring? When preparing to study abroad with DIS in Stockholm or Copenhagen, we strongly recommend you bring only one large piece of luggage (within the…
First-time traveler tips

Your first time traveling – whether it be domestically or internationally – can feel both exciting and overwhelming. To prepare yourself for your journey to Scandinavia, it is helpful to…
Affordable activities in Copenhagen with Kathrina

Kathrina (she/her), compiled a list of her favorite affordable activities while studying abroad with DIS in Copenhagen. Before coming to Copenhagen, Kathrina did some research and knew that Copenhagen was…

Summer at DIS: Something for everyone

Natalie (She/her, Vanderbilt University) wasn’t certain what she wanted to do with her summer in 2024. She considered research, jobs, internships, and more before realizing she wanted to try something…
Careers in Copenhagen: My internship experience through DIS

“The experience felt more like a collaborative creative endeavor than a traditional internship. Running around the city with friends, styling them for shoots, and directing their poses created such an…
Lessons from Scandinavia

“Embrace change, explore new perspectives, and expand horizons.” I often say that I hate change. This summer, however, I realized that this is not entirely true — I just hate goodbyes.…
Saying hello to Copenhagen

Summer Writer Natalie (she/her) recaps her first few weeks in Copenhagen, sharing first impressions. After three incredible weeks in Stockholm, I was nervous about coming to Copenhagen. Many of my…

Amar’s mission to help underrepresented students come to Scandinavia

Dr. Amar Rewari is the Chief of Radiation Oncology at Luminis Health in Annapolis, Maryland and is a leader in healthcare finance and payment reform for his specialty. Amar’s semester…
Illuminating Alumni: Kelton Minor, Fulbright Scholar

In fall 2010, Kelton Minor came to Copenhagen for the first time to study abroad in the Graphic Design and Architecture programs at DIS. Now almost four years later, and…
A place for diverse connections, reflections, and growth abroad

In Spring 2014, Carmyn Polk (she/her) came to DIS Copenhagen to study Neuropharmacology. Though she knew her semester abroad would be transformative, it ended up impacting her life in more…
Continuing studies in Scandinavia: Jess and the KI-DIS Fellowship

At the end of the semester, alongside inquiries from students about how to return textbooks or submit finals, there is one question that DIS faculty and staff receive time and…

Student Blogger Digest – Fall in Scandinavia

Choosing the perfect time to study abroad isn’t always easy, but for these students, fall in Scandinavia was the ideal choice. Every student has their own motivation — some are…
Student Blogger Digest – Why study abroad

Who chooses to study abroad, and how do they decide that a semester overseas is right for them? Our students arrive in Sweden and Denmark at different stages of their…
Student Blogger Digest – Community in Stockholm

It’s daunting to move abroad. Settling into a new country and foreign culture, all the while building community for yourself, requires initiative and the right resources. Whether it’s discovering a…
Student Blogger Digest – Tips for managing money abroad

Money. A big factor of the study abroad experience. Studying abroad and all the academic, career, and personal development that comes with it is rewarding, but can also be pricey.…