Author Archives: Lauren Yoakum

Hello! A few days ago, I made my way back home to Tampa, Florida, from London. I’ve been gone for three months total, which was plenty time to see the sights, take in urban green spaces, and understand how the UK integrates ecology and agriculture into the everyday livelihood. For these couple of weeks betweenContinue reading “Back Home and a Capstone Proposal”

“Hallo” from Amsterdam! This past weekend, my friends and I decided to spend a couple nights over the English Channel in Netherlands, in hopes to experience some of the sights and sounds of Amsterdam. Despite the trip itself being beautiful and wonderful, I also made sure to observe and seek out some of the conservationalContinue reading “Expanding into Amsterdam and a Map of My Spaces”

Hello! Recently, I’ve been focusing on how urban green space and infrastructure impacts local conservation and ecological goals in London, as compared to typical U.S. cities. However, for the past week or so, I’ve been trying to visit more touristy, large-scale conservation projects. Essentially, I’ve gone to the London Sealife Aquarium and the London Zoo,Continue reading “Conservation Zoos and Aquariums”

Hello! As I’ve been spending my time studying in London, I’ve been using my free time to explore how the city incorporates urban green space, and how London conservational infrastructure differs from cities in the U.S. This exploration is the second segment of my Global Scholars journey, whereas the first part was studying conservational infrastructureContinue reading “City Forests and Richmond Park”

Hello! It’s been a while since I’ve last updated, but as of right now, I am currently well into my study abroad experience at FSU London! Over the past few weeks, I’ve explored the city, researched London’s environmental regulations, and adapted to city life- which is definitely much different than my farming experience. It’s aContinue reading “Urban Green Space in London”

Hey everyone! Last Wednesday, I arrived at the Treganoon Small Holding, a miniature farm in Lanlivery, Cornwall, where I volunteer performing tasks and chores in exchange for residency and food! So far, my transition into this temporary lifestyle has been very smooth. The Marsh family, who I’m staying with, is extremely welcoming, and I’ve quicklyContinue reading “First Week at Treganoon!”