2024 Finalists
Congratulations to the 2024 Learning Abroad Center International Photo & Video Contest Finalists. Voting is now closed. The winners will be announced Monday, November 25.
Photo: Delicious Food

Sicilian Charcuterie Board
Isle of Ortigia, Sicily
Authentic charcuterie board from a small family owned restaurant in Sicily. Includes full quiches, Italian meats. Arranchini, Italian cheeses, aubergines, Italian bread, and most importantly the full tub of ricotta cheese in the center!

Sunday Brunch
Bonobo Restaurant, Montpellier
A gathering of friends shortly before departure from France

Easter Brunch
Marseille
Easter is a four day holiday in France. For the long weekend my friends and I went to Marseille, France. We made some American French toast and paired it with some French breakfast staples including pain au chocolat, madeleine’s, French strawberries and

My First Danish Pastry - Berry and Cream Crossant
Copenhagen
My class was located in the center of the city. There were so many nice pastry. I couldn't help but get one. This was actually one of the best croissant I have ever had.

Fruit of the Island
Mykonos, Greece
family owned fruit stand of fruit from the island

Dinner in Greece
Naxos island
The Greek island of Naxos is known for its potatoes and gruyere cheese which are pictured here.
Photo: Gopher Pride

Gophers in Paris!
Paris, France
Representing the UofM underneath the Eiffel Tower in March 2024!
Leonardeschis at the top of Il Duomo
Florence, Italy
UMN Students and Course Instructor from Leonardo da Vinci: Between Art & Science, History & Myth, after climbing 463 steps to the top of the Cathedral of Santa Maria del Fiore in the heart of Florence, Italy

Gopher Spotting in the Valais Mountains
Leuk Switzerland
A class field trip to Leuk, Switzerland! The class was called “Change of Ecosystems as a Result of Long-Term Human Activities in Southwest Germany and the Swiss Alps”, we studied how humans have impacted the forests, soil, and vineyards in those areas

Bo-Kaap Brightness
Bo-Kaap: Cape Town, South Africa
This was our first full day, and it was New Years Eve! We spent the day exploring and journeying Cape Town, and came across Bo-Kaap. The brightness of the town was matched by the vibrant personalities we encountered and the excitement of the day
Cable Bridge at Mt. Cook
Mt. Cook National Park
After hiking for 9 hours the day before, we decided to go on a more gentle hike this day, hence the smile :)

Hiking in Le Cévennes!
Cévennes National Park
Study abroad group photo after our 8 mile hike through the Cévennes National Park featuring Nelson the donkey who carried our lunch and guided us through the mountains!
Photo: Perfect Postcard

Perfect photo
Kiyomizu-dera, Kyoto (清水寺、京都)
Picture of overlooking Japanese Buddhist Temple and the city of Kyoto.

Hot Air Balloon Ride
Casablanca
A sky full of hot air balloons drifting over Casablanca during a sunrise

View from alps outside of Munich
Munich
While visiting Munich, I took a day trip to hike in the Alps and got an amazing view of the lakes and mountaintops.

Italian Hillside Hustle: A Gathering of Goats
Amalfi Coast
While hiking the Path of the Gods, we turned a corner and suddenly found ourselves face-to-face with dozens of curious goats. They stood there staring at us as more and more gathered behind them. Finally, we turned around as there was no way we were getti

Serenity by the Lake
Hallstatt
A calm evening in the small town of Hallstatt after a snow storm. The clear sky highlights the outlines of the mountains as the last ferry arrives to town to pick up the last tourists for the day.
The Generational Stack
Amboseli National Park
A mama and her two babies seen feeding in a perfectly aligned fashion!
Video: Favorite Place
Elephant bath
Chiang Mai, Thailand
UMN Students giving elephants a bath
Rising up in Luxembourg
Luxembourg
A smooth ride up to one of the tallest look out points in Luxembourg. We see a train making its journey through the quaint and beautiful town
Sunset in Nusa Lembongan
Nusa Lembongan Island
Gorgeous waves crash over the coast of Nusa Lembongan at sunset.
Switzerland
All over Switzerland
I traveled near and far during study abroad, but by far my favorite place was Switzerland. Her mountains and lakes are magnificent, the towns quaint, and the transportation system is spectacular. Add lifelong friends you meet abroad, it was amazing!
Copenhagen
Copenhagen
I brought my camcorder along with me for my summer in Copenhagen and I felt determined to capture the different parts of Copenhagen. In the end, when I got home, I made a short video on my favorite memories.
Kerry Cliffs
Portmagee, Ireland
Over break, a few of my friends and I had an arduous journey on foot and bus to the ring of Kerry, where we visited Kerry Cliffs! The video is of my friend (who had caught a cold) Pho enjoying the view.
Video: Good Vibes
Versailles Ambience
Versailles, France
Versailles Palace was breathtaking, I took part in a bike tour of the local grounds, observed a traditional Victorian dance and a sword fight. The evening ended in the gardens with the fountains glowing and a firework show overhead.
Conducting Research with a Giraffe!
Tanzania- Burunge Wildlife Management Area
One morning during my Directed Research in Tanzania, we had a giraffe following us around!
Golden Sun of Firenze
Florence
A busker performs in the Piazza Del Duomo while the sun sets on Brunelleschi's dome. The beautiful mellow music flows with the sun's last golden rays to encapsulate how living in Europe feels: peaceful and full of the warm light of life.
Pecatu Fire Dance
Pecatu, Bali
Our closing ceremony during our study abroad trip was in Pecatu, Bali, and was celebrated with a traditional Balinese fire dance. All song, dance, and acting was performed live.
Northern Europe ABC's: Amusement Parks, Boats, Colorful Tulips
Oslo, Norway; Copenhagen, Denmark, the North Sea, Amsterdam & Hoogkarspel, Netherlands
For spring break we flew North from France to Oslo, Norway. From there we made out way back south taking boats, buses, planes and trains. Here is an excerpt of some of the cool places we saw and things we did. DFDS ferry was a highlight, HIGHLY recommend
The Music of Florence
Florence
Florence was a city alive with music. Talented street artists filled the streets day and night, sharing their groovy styles and bringing their art to the public.