Jumunjin Beach
Posted January 2, 2020
This was a last minute, spontaneous trip with my German friend. She speaks Korean well, so I felt traveling with her outside of Seoul...Category: Identity
Wearing Hanbok
Posted January 2, 2020
One of my most exciting experiences in Korea was seeing the Gyeongbokgung Palace and wearing hanbok for the first time during Chuseok weekend (Autumn...
So…let’s talk about money
Posted November 18, 2019
I don’t even want to say how much I’ve spent in these past two months. It’s…a lot of money. And since I’m studying in...
What I Learned About Traveling in Europe
Posted November 4, 2019
Europe is unbelievably small, especially for someone who’s traveled to most of the Midwest by car. I’ve taken two road trips from Chicago down...
A group of chain-smokers and I walk onto the beach…
Posted September 24, 2019
Sand. Everywhere. Such a common complaint after a full weekend on the beach. On Friday night, when I arrived at Viareggio, the sun was...
Letter to my lil bro: Reflection on my experiences
Posted September 23, 2019
During my stay in Winneba, Ghana, there were many times I felt immersed into the culture. As an African American whose African heritage has...
A Place to Call Home? Exploring African American identity in Ghana
Posted September 23, 2019
Every time I walk to the Challenging Heights School in Winneba, there is a group of children that shout with excitement to see me....
Adult Life: Just Cooking and Cars
Posted August 26, 2019
What type of car insurance do I buy? How long do I cook chicken breast for? Is it okay to keep eggs in the...
Traveling Tips While Abroad
Posted August 22, 2019
Even before arriving in-country for my summer program, I knew that costs would add up the more I went out and traveled. However, I...
Being Comfortable with Feeling Uncomfortable
Posted August 5, 2019
When looking at study abroad programs during the Fall, I was conflicted as to what program I should apply for. Two summers ago, I...