 Roommate crew at our favorite gelato shop near our apartment 🙂 Since landing in Rome I have had so many unexpected experiences, both positive and negative. The first thing that was unexpected was how much of an adjustment it would be to a new school. One of the biggest differences between Rollins and American University…
Post Holiday Feels
Hello there! I have been in Australia studying at the University of Newcastle for quite awhile now. However, I just recently had a break through when I came back from holiday (yes, being around so many internationals and Aussies has me saying ‘holiday’ rather than ‘vacation’..). Anyways, the potential studying abroad has is quite insane….
Perspectives of History
The most impactful assignment that I had to complete was a presentation on the testimony of Luz Arce in her book Inferno, a story of terror and survival. The task was to look at trauma and memory and it is experienced, portrayed, lived and how she is able to share her trauma through her testimony….
One Month Down
I have officially been here for just over a month now. This has been the most exciting month. I have been lucky enough to take two trips, and I have had my best friend and mom come to visit. I have been able to see all the classic monuments one would want to see in…
1 month update in London
It only took a month for me to adjust to the fast-paced life that is distinct to London. Even the streets of New York City don’t compare to the quickness of getting to and from and there is a general understanding of everyone who arrives in London that to not “embrace the pace” means receiving…
Spring Break in New Zealand
Kia Ora! I only have three days of class left at Otago (I don’t have classes on Fridays)! But still a month until exams end. Yeah, there are so many classes here that it takes about a month for everyone to finish exams. I have one free week before my exam days begin, then I…
London: A check in, if you will
A Reflection, 1/3 of the Way Done With the idea of identity handed to us on a silver platter, unable to be scraped off, I suppose I will follow up on these identity themes in both of my posts I write while abroad. On a purely personal level, my identity has unfolded to reveal newer…
1 Month To Go
My Grandma just called me to let me know I only have 1 month and 8 days left and I want to cry. I am not ready to leave this amazing country. I feel like I just got here and the fact that it is almost time to go is insane. I have done so…
First week of Class/Cliffs of Moher/Dublin
Good morning! My goal is to write weekly for these blogs, to make sure I am including every last bit of advice and adventures. The only time I won’t write for the week is if I have nothing to update on, or I am gathering more info before I write my blog! Warning this is…
Buenos Aires Pt 2
So far I have been in the capital of Argentina, Buenos Aires, for what feels like a very long time. Yet at the same time it has flown by. My first month I took a Spanish intensive month, which featured 5 hours of Spanish 5 days a week. That first month greatly improved my Spanish…