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An elaborated perspective on my time in China thus far By: Molli Derfuss Where did I leave off?  Oh right: the airport. Well, now, it has been twenty-four days since I arrived in Shanghai, and this has been the thought ringing in my head: maybe I can’t breathe this air. I’m here to answer aContinue reading “Tracing the Red Thread: Maybe I Can’t Breathe This Air”

Rethinking American food habits and adjusting to Spanish Culture  By: Ellie Boehme Of course, paella is one of the staples of Valencian food culture; however, rather than just “culturing” myself with this classic dish, this summer I hope to go beyond the plate and learn the social importance and patterns of Spanish food culture. IContinue reading “Paella and Perspectives”

By: Sindhu Bilapati This summer, I have been thinking more about how 3D anatomical modeling can be used in medical education and clinical learning. Through my experience at Mayo Clinic’s Anatomical Modeling Unit, I have seen how a model can turn anatomy from something hidden in a scan into something people can physically see andContinue reading “Blog 3”

By: Sophia Hinestrosa Throughout my time in Seville, I have gained a much deeper understanding of my Community-Based Inquiry (CBI), which focuses on comparing access to healthcare in Spain and the United States. One of the most important things I have learned is how healthcare in Spain is viewed as a public service that isContinue reading “Reflexivity Compass Points”

By: Colton Heine Tourism is a more complex topic than you might think, lets talk about it alongside my research project.  One last blog before I am gone, as this is even being written in between packing, and I wanted to discuss the personal and community impact of what this project entails. Tourism is anContinue reading “The Objective and Impact of My Global Scholars Research”

I have definitely changed since the start of the Global Scholars program. 2026 has had its share of obstacles and challenges, but I have noticed a different level of perseverance I have had. However, I have changed so much since the start of my summer experience. Studying abroad in London allowed me to grow myContinue reading “From Westminster to the District of Columbia! “

I’m almost done, stop I’ll cry Buenas! I wanted to use that to start off this blog post because I genuinely say it at least ten times a day. I use it to greet someone anytime I walk into a store or get into an uber, it brings me so much joy that im sayingContinue reading “The Halfway Mark :(“

By: Daniella Fernandez At the beginning of this summer, my community-based inquiry was centered around the criminal justice system, especially through the lens of a public defender’s office. I was interested in questions about fairness, access to representation, and how people experience the legal system when they can’t afford private attorneys. But partway through theContinue reading “How Changing Internships Changed the Way I See Justice”

By: Angelina Davis Data collection has been an integral part of my Global Scholars experience. Without it, I would have nothing to show for the work I have been doing. Since my experience is remote, no interviews or surveys are being conducted – an introvert’s dream, but a challenge to navigate while trying to buildContinue reading “Research Is An Endurance Sport”

Solo in Spain: A Summer Series By: Chloe Bloom Qué tal, I’m back! After exploring different parts of Spain, Valencia, Seville, and Madrid, it’s time to debrief! As I’ve mentioned, my first time ever coming to Spain was to spend six weeks in Valencia, that was two years ago. Since then, I knew that IContinue reading “Valencia → Seville → Madrid”