I grew up on Scotland Road in a small town in New Jersey. Never did I imagine that one day I’d be in Scotland itself, exploring the very landscapes my street name hinted at, walking streets I’d only seen in pictures. The irony isn’t lost on me and sometimes… More
A question preoccupied my thoughts during my first month of study abroad in London is: How can I find happiness during my time alone? Last September marked my first experience living independently in an entirely new city, new country. Coping with homesickness… More
My heart was beating louder than the chatter of the crowded bar in front of me. I kept thinking back to if someone told me I’d be doing an open mic in Italy, I would have laughed so hard. I was never someone who liked taking risks. Never dared to change… More
Going abroad is indeed as terrifying as it seems, whether it is for a month, a semester, or a full calendar year. There are aspects of studying abroad that are just as scary as they are exciting. No matter how much you prepare for it, there will be things… More
When deciding where I wanted to study abroad, I realized that I didn’t have a definite option. I was truly open to going anywhere in the world as I thought anything would be better than being in the U.S. at the moment with the political climate that was… More