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Joining “The Night Club,” a Woman-led Run Club in London

I don’t run outside often; I prefer running on the treadmill. It feels safer, easier to control, and a little less unpredictable. But on September 27th, I joined the first ever “The Night Club” run, a 5K through London’s lush and spacious Hyde Park, surrounded…
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Bella Hilger
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Health & Wellness Abroad

Finding LGBT+ Community While Abroad

Coming into my semester with Arcadia in Dublin, I was a bit wary of identifying as a transgender, non-binary student. Living abroad is often nerve-wracking enough without being away from your usual support systems and in an unfamiliar environment. Having…

Oli Vorster

Activities, Events, & Excursions

Hiking in New Zealand

When I came to New Zealand I knew I wanted to bring my love of hiking with me. The little I knew of the country beforehand promised gorgeous mountain views and breathtaking sights, all of which I knew I had to find. And throughout my time here I’ve done…

Skye Thomson

England/Wales

Arriving in London and Finding Balance

If you would have told me last year that I would be spending my summer in London, I would have never believed you. And, if you told me I would have bonded with my peers as quickly and as well as I have, I would have been in utter shock. Yet, here I am…

Chloe McKinney

Activities, Events, & Excursions

Travelers Guide To: Florence, Italy

As we near the end of the semester, I have been reflecting on some of my favorite memories in Florence. I'd love to share some of my favorite activities with those planning to visit this stunning city, so they can make the most of their time here. -Piazzale…

Sydney Boudreau

Caves for Days

I have joined a few spunky societies since I’ve been here, like movement & dance, bushwalking, spelunking, and philosophy. They have all been equally entertaining activities, but one has proved more physically challenging than the rest. It requires a…

Rebecca Pomerantz

Health & Wellness Abroad

Finding My Independence Abroad

Studying abroad is often romanticized by the media when it can actually be a scary thing for most people. Leaving your family, traveling alone, needing to make new friends, etc. are all worries I had when coming abroad.  To give some context, I grew…

Sydney Boudreau

Health & Wellness Abroad

The Dreaded Culture Shock: Italy Edition

One thing I was very apprehensive about when coming abroad was the culture shock and language barrier I would experience. I am currently studying in beautiful Florence, Italy, and obviously, the predominant language here is Italian. Needless to say, the…

Sydney Boudreau

Welcome to Aussieland!

If you’re bored of studying domestically and think Aussie life is for you, then you’ve come to the right place. I have a few words of advice that might make your transition easier. #1: Remember that you have the accent, not them. As soon as you open…

Rebecca Pomerantz

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