Tyler Fellows – HSF House Blogs

From Rejection to Results: Interviewing Multilingual Families Across Spain

By Chloe Bloom, Florida State University Buenas, I’m back to share the latest and greatest on my interviewing process! As well as some of the challenges I’ve taken on to get there. Before even beginning my summer, I of course had expectations, a plan for how this whole experience would go. Except it’s hard forContinue reading “From Rejection to Results: Interviewing Multilingual Families Across Spain”

From Abidjan to Yamoussoukro: Research, Resilience, and Cultural Exchange in Côte d’Ivoire

By William Merrix, Florida State University In my last blog post, I talked about my first few days here in Abidjan, Côte d’Ivoire. Since then, I have gotten to complete interviews, talk to residents, overcome obstacles, and take a culture-rich trip to the country’s capital. To date, I have completed 10 interviews, 2 informal interviews,Continue reading “From Abidjan to Yamoussoukro: Research, Resilience, and Cultural Exchange in Côte d’Ivoire”

Stitching Through Time: Exploring English Hand Embroidery as Art, Communication, and Cultural Memory pt.2

Violet Lorish, Florida State University Violet Lorish at the Abby Aldrich Rockefeller Folk Art & DeWitt Wallace Decorative , Arts Museums, in Colonial WIlliamsburg,VA. Photo taken by Ann Lorish, June 19th, 2026 Hello! My name is Violet Lorish, and I am currently a rising third-year student at Florida State University studying in the College of MusicContinue reading “Stitching Through Time: Exploring English Hand Embroidery as Art, Communication, and Cultural Memory pt.2”

The Relevance of Faith in Oxford: The Opinions of the People

By Kristen Cavanagh, Florida State University Throughout May and June, I travelled to England to interrogate the religious landscape at Oxford. My specific inquiry involved a reported increase in conversions to Catholicism. Through conversations with priests and converts, I hoped to understand the extent of this movement and the motivations underpinning the return to religion.Continue reading “The Relevance of Faith in Oxford: The Opinions of the People “

Understanding Coffee Cost Dynamics in Colombia

By Laura Sandoval, SUNY Oneonta Hello everyone! My name is Laura Sandoval. I am a senior majoring in Business Administration with a concentration in accounting and a minor in Economics at SUNY Oneonta. In my free time, I love to travel, explore new places, and go to the gym. Above all, I am deeply passionateContinue reading “Understanding Coffee Cost Dynamics in Colombia”

Looking Ahead: Classical Music Festival in Italy

By Esther Yoo, Syracuse University Hi everyone! My name is Esther Yoo, and I am from Tampa, Florida. I will be a junior this upcoming fall semester, studying Piano Performance at the Setnor School of Music in Syracuse University. Aside from practicing piano every day, I spend my free time reading novels, listening to music,Continue reading “Looking Ahead: Classical Music Festival in Italy”

Texas to Costa Rica: Frog Calls and Microclimates Abroad

By Wren Atteberry, Austin Community College My name is Wren Atteberry, and I’m from Texas; more specifically, I was born and raised in Austin. I was expected to be a high school graduate in 2026, but I earned my diploma last year, and now my studies continue at Austin Community College. I am currently inContinue reading “Texas to Costa Rica: Frog Calls and Microclimates Abroad “

Seattle to Brazil: Community Health & Engagement

By Angelika Austria, University of Washington Hello Everyone! My name is Angelika Austria, and I was born and raised in Seattle, Washington. I am currently a nursing student at the University of Washington – Seattle, where I am pursuing my Bachelor of Science in Nursing. While nursing school keeps me busy, I also work partContinue reading “Seattle to Brazil: Community Health & Engagement “

Resistance and Resilience in Ireland: Arts, Advocacy, and Health Promotion

By Brody Caniglia, University of Washington My name is Brody Caniglia. I attend the University of Washington Bothell, and I’m currently in my third year. My major is health studies with a special interest in health policies and women’s health. These specific topics interest me because I love learning the history behind how certain policiesContinue reading “Resistance and Resilience in Ireland: Arts, Advocacy, and Health Promotion “