About a month into my IDEA Grant Research Project (the first of my two human-rights-centered summer experiences), I feel accomplished and excited for all that is to come! My qualitative research project investigates intelligence-led and predictive policing practices to determine the potential human and civil rights implications of these technologies used for law enforcement purposes.Continue reading “Beginning My Research”
Category Archives: Global Scholars
A very relaxing transition into my Internship at Fisiolife, Vale!
As a pre-med student, my internship at Fisiolife, a renowned Physical Therapy clinic in Valencia, Spain, has been an incredible learning experience. Fisiolife offers a diverse range of therapeutic services, including: I’ve had the opportunity to assist in various treatments, but one of the most engaging experiences has been working with patients experiencing discomfort inContinue reading “A very relaxing transition into my Internship at Fisiolife, Vale!”
The Dublin Diaries (Week 1, Getting to know my surroundings)
Hello everyone! I am so excited to share how my summer experience has been progressing! On May 26th I spent the day traveling to Dublin where I was met by my program instructors as well as other UCD summer students. We were driven into the city where we explored and ate lunch as a group.Continue reading “The Dublin Diaries (Week 1, Getting to know my surroundings)”
Navigating My Journey: A Smooth Transition to Houston
My transition to Houston has been remarkably smooth. Thoughtful planning for my days ahead has made my move effortless. My housing in Houston is located near downtown, in the historic Third Ward neighborhood. This area is filled with many businesses and an entrepreneurial spirit. I can walk to my internship in just ten minutes, andContinue reading “Navigating My Journey: A Smooth Transition to Houston”
First Week in Pristina, Kosovo!
I have loved my time in Pristina, Kosovo! Although the program is nearing its end, we have fit a lot of activities into these sixteen days. I have met with government officials and NGO CEOs and debuted on the RTK public broadcast. During the day I attend meetings and site visits and do work eitherContinue reading “First Week in Pristina, Kosovo!”
My First Week
Hello! My transition to working with the Second Harvest Food Bank of Central Florida has been amazing. I’ve run into old peers at my high school and met a lot of new recurring volunteers that I’ve gotten to know and learn from. In my first blog post, I mentioned how I was planning on doingContinue reading “My First Week”
First Week at Treganoon!
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!”
Volunteering at La Cuccagna!
I have just completed my first week in Italy and I couldn’t be happier! I spent my first day in Rome visiting some friends and managed to make it all the way to my experience with my limited Italian (2 metros, 2 trains, and 3 and half hours later I was in Umbria!). The workContinue reading “Volunteering at La Cuccagna!”
Will here!
Hello everyone! My name is Wiliam Gragg, and I am currently studying Chemical Engineering at FSU and enjoy creative side-pursuits such as photography, videography, and design. I am originally from Kansas City, Missouri, and moved to Tallahassee a year ago to start my academic career at FSU. Before moving to Tallahassee, I spent my freshman year a part of theContinue reading “Will here!”
Hey! I am Rebekah!
Hey guys! My name is Rebekah Bourque and this is my initial blog post! Since I am posting this late, I am about to start my internship on Monday, which I am really excited about. I will be interning at my local state attorney’s office, which I am excited about after just finishing my firstContinue reading “Hey! I am Rebekah!”