When starting college, balancing school and social life is a big learning curve, and while you may feel you have adjusted… More
Zoe Velez
London, England 
I was diagnosed with celiac disease over six years ago. Celiac disease is an autoimmune disorder that can lead to gastrointestinal issues. To prevent symptoms, it's essential to maintain a gluten-free diet. I've had a lot of practice explaining my needs… More
Most will believe that studying abroad by yourself in another place is the ultimate adventure of a lifetime, and it is! Also, it can be downright terrifying to be realistic, and both feelings are entirely valid. You can be excited about this new experience… More
Take it from an introvert who’s been abroad three times in their academic career: finding places to go while you’re abroad is extremely overwhelming. You have so many expectations of where you’re going to go and what you’re going to see. You think you… More
As a business major at Skidmore College, I’ve always been interested in understanding how organizations operate and influence society, or more specifically, the consumers. Originally, I was drawn to anthropology because of a similar fascination with human… More
I knew from the start of the semester that I wanted to join at least one club, something I never seemed to have time for back home. Football felt like the right fit, and it felt like a long time since I’ve played. I figured for my semester abroad in Auckland… More