Author Archives: Manal

By Elisha Wisdom So far, I have done 14 different interviews with people who identify as having blended cultural identities: biracial/multiracial people, American expats, 1st and 2nd generation immigrants to the US, transracial adoptees, and other people who grew up in communities different than their culture of origin. I have gotten to hear many storiesContinue reading “Digging deep: Co-constructing of knowledge in the interview process”

By Angel-Amon Wildgoose Six times! Six times at Locust Grove High School, I had to serve detention for the one thing I still struggle with to this day: talking too much. Teachers would move my seat, isolate me from my friends, or put me at the “Silent Table” to eat my sandwich while my teacherContinue reading “Blabber Mouth from the South”

Today, I had the honor of conducting my first interview with a local from Valencia, Spain. I met with a staff member of Florida State University’s study abroad Valencia program. I emailed her asking if she would be okay quoted for the Nomadic Noles Magazine where I am interviewing Spanish citizens on their opinion ofContinue reading “Data Collecting and Knowledge Co-Construction By Sofia Tascon”

Having been at Church Farm Adreley (CFA) for nearly two months, I have had the opportunity to get to know and speak with the majority of the staff and supervisors. I worked with many of them and also asked questions through regular conversations, during breaks, or at the pub. From these conversations, I learned notContinue reading “Data Collecting and Knowledge Co-Construction By Liam Roberson”

For my topic comparing Italian and American work-life balance, I’ve been speaking with fellow interns who are working in similar sectors to mine as well as others like clinical, business, and hospitality. I approached them by explaining my capstone topic and asking if they’d be open to being interviewed. These conversations gave me a clearerContinue reading “Data Collecting and Knowledge Co-Construction By Alanna Rivera”

chicago.jpg So far, my summer spent at LeMoyne Arts has introduced me to a wonderful spread of individuals. Some artists, some curators, some donors, some administrators, but all people who care deeply for the Tallahassee art community. Some of my favorite conversations so far have been with older, longstanding LeMoyne members, those who either knowContinue reading “Data Collecting and Knowledge Co-Construction By Ava Jones”

This study abroad experience has been amazing and I am so grateful for the opportunity I am having. I am just beginning the main part of my research through our tours and excursions, along with some information coming from my classes. Most of my research will be conducted in the US though as it requiresContinue reading “Data Collecting and Knowledge Co-Construction By Michelle Heims”

I arrived in D.C. Saturday afternoon filled with excitement and nerves. I quickly moved into my dorm, which to my surprise is within seconds of the Supreme Court. While I am currently in D.C., I want to reflect on my time in the district office, where I completed my internship just last Thursday, July 3.Continue reading “Data Collecting and Knowledge Co-Construction By Catalina Grieco”

1. Who have you talked to, and how did you approach them? What did you take away from your conversations?During my time in Seville, I had the opportunity to speak informally with both clinic staff at the Santa Justa Clinic and locals I encountered while backpacking through southern Spain, Portugal, and Andorra. At the clinic,Continue reading “Data Collecting and Knowledge Co-Construction By Caroline Ceaser”

This summer, I’ve been collecting data through a mix of interviews and observations focused on refugee support services in the Czech Republic and Poland. I am incredibly grateful to have had the opportunity to interview a representative from the Organization for Aid to Refugees (OPU) in Prague. From the outset, the organization demonstrated remarkable opennessContinue reading “Data Collecting and Knowledge Co-Construction By Jordyn Bain”