On Loss Abroad

Becca Dague May 5, 2016

My grandpa died three days ago. It feels odd to say it—to put it in writing, have it out in the open. My grandpa died three days ago. It makes being abroad feel odd and ultimately, selfish. I know this isn’t the case—my grandpa wanted me to come abroad… More

Spring Breakers

Becca Dague April 21, 2016

When most people think of college spring break, they envision hot places—bikinis, Mexico beaches, a girls-gone-wild situation. At the very least, the ideal spring break is a hot-weather getaway to an exotic locale. The vision wasn’t much different here… More

The Italian Journey

Becca Dague April 14, 2016

This semester in Italy has been a game of prioritizing, and no priority has been as great as travel, most especially within-Italy travel. Since returning to Italy from Christmas break, I’ve become very aware of how little time I have left here. I don… More

Valentines in Venice and Verona

Becca Dague March 9, 2016

February is difficult for a single person no matter where you are in the world. Here in Italy, heart decorations go up in shop windows, markets start selling love-themed pastries, and the cupids decorating the domed ceilings of churches seem a little… More

Arrivederci Roma

Amelia Graf March 7, 2016

I have been spending most of my days in the wonderful city of Rome, but on the weekends, I pack my bags and travel to the most amazing cities. It is always crazy to experience how different each place is even when they are only hours away. First stop… More

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