Train to Busan
Posted January 2, 2020
Busan is the 2nd largest city in Korea, so I knew I wanted to visit at some point. I went with a friend on...Category: Programs
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...
My Favorite New Zealand Adventures
Posted January 2, 2020
Before going, everyone told me New Zealand is the land of adventure. After studying abroad there, I can confirm that this is, in fact,...
A Weekend in Two Continents
Posted December 6, 2019
A photo essay Celebrated my 21st birthday by traveling for six hours. This is me eating my birthday cake outside the Florence Airport because...
The North Island–Must Dos and Must Don’ts
Posted December 2, 2019
University of Otago is located in the ever-magical, outdoorsy, grand South Island of New Zealand. Because of the scenery from the southern alps to...
Not to get dramatic here, but art is everything
Posted November 18, 2019
Not to get dramatic here, but art is everything when it comes down to the pure romanticism of life itself. I am studying abroad...
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...
Internship Experience
Posted September 23, 2019
Challenging Heights is a non-profit that works to protect children’s rights and end child trafficking. Their primary method of prevention is through the education...