As an introvert, Isabella Senno was a little worried about what it would be like to study in a new country. Eventually, she was comfortable enough to explore the city, make new friends and learn more about herself along the way! Keep reading to hear more about how she “bloomed” in San Sebastián. My name…
Interested in public health and travel? Read about Nicole Hobson’s summer 2019 experience! She traveled all the way to Tena, Ecuador, located in the Amazon Rainforest and participated in two health internships. See how she connected to her host family, worked with GIS, and even learned about local medicinal practices! Edited by: Anna Magaña,…
If you’ve ever felt anxiety about the future as a student, you are not alone! Ganon Evans recalls his experience with this, and how his internship with Citizens Against Government Waste in Washington D.C. helped him gain some perspective. Keep reading to find out how he met some great people, stepped out of his comfort…
Mary Grace Henderson’s travels in Dublin didn’t exactly go according to plan, but she made the best of new circumstances and learned more than she could have hoped for. Read to find out what it was like for her to connect with the locals, and appreciate the city and the culture more holistically. The Unexpected:…
Have you ever wanted to disconnect from everything for a while? Read to find out what it was like for Samuel Mead to travel to the small town of Paderno del Grappa and focus on his experiences, away from the buzz he was used to. This summer I was fortunate enough to have an opportunity…
It’s no secret that being in a new place can feel uncomfortable at first, but as Charlotte Lenkaitis learned, letting go of fear and opening yourself to new experiences will get you far. Read about her classroom mishaps, climbing adventures, and the family she found in Santiago. Embracing the Uncomfortable On February 19th, 2019 at…
Taking inspiration from author Joe Brainard, Caroline Meek details what it was like to study abroad in Scotland— in both its short flashes and lingering moments. See what it meant for her to experience life a little differently. They told me that when I was abroad, life back home would keep moving. That when I…
If you’ve never considered a virtual internship, check out Leighton Hill’s article about working as a success story writer for the CDC through the Virtual Student Federal Services program. You might find that it’s write up your alley! From August 2018 through May 2019, I held a virtual student internship with the Centers for Disease…
If you’re planning a visit to Spain, look no further than Lyndi Kiple’s Chem Conservator for expert travel advice. Find information about Barcelona’s history, culture, and best museums as well as personal anecdotes from Kiple’s experiences abroad. Also check out the Internships, Research, and Projects tabs to get the full effect of her remarkable dedication…
Is that the Acropolis I see? Join Lauren Arzbaecher as she traverses time and pits the bygone against the brand-new in Athens, Greece. When I signed up to go abroad, I was hoping to push my conception of Greece past Mamma Mia and My Big Fat Greek Wedding. So much of what I know…
Do you feel that itch, that fever, when you see photos of faraway places? Do you get that sudden urge to visit the study abroad office and book your next trip to a universidad or universität or maybe even a uniwersytet? If not, maybe this piece by Jiyun Chong chronicling her experience with the Tippie…
In the search for your next internship, don’t forget to look local. Follow Cheyenne Puetz in this post as she describes a summer of empowerment, inspiration, and education working for the Iowa Youth Writing Project in Iowa City. Also, don’t forget to join Honors on Wednesday, March 27th from 2:30 to 4:30 pm at the Experiential Learning…
