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 “

From Riga, Latvia to Tallinn, Estonia: Kick-starting Russian Orthodox Icon Research

By Sophie Works, Florida State University Привет! Sophie here. Within my first few days in Tallinn, Estonia, I’ll be writing abouthow I am continuing to prepare for my research project on Russian Orthodox iconswhile using my past experience in Riga, Latvia to guide me. Throughout this process, I am excited to continue the development ofContinue reading “From Riga, Latvia to Tallinn, Estonia: Kick-starting Russian Orthodox Icon Research”

(Fin)ally getting my feet wet : My Coral Reef Research in Bonaire

By Kassandra Sevila, Florida State University I have been in Bonaire, an island in the southern Caribbean, for almost a week now. I amhere conducting juvenile coral surveys alongside a graduate student, Laurel Field, whilecontinuing to develop my scientific diving skills. So far, I have been adjusting to diving in anew setting, diving more frequently,Continue reading “(Fin)ally getting my feet wet : My Coral Reef Research in Bonaire”

Stitching Through Time: Exploring Hand Embroidery as Art, Communication, and Cultural Memory

By Violet Lorish, Florida State University Hello! My name is Violet Lorish, and I am currently a rising third-year student at Florida State University studying in the College of Music and College of College of Arts and Sciences, where I am pursuing dual-degrees, a Bachelor of Arts in Music and a Bachelor of Arts inContinue reading “Stitching Through Time: Exploring Hand Embroidery as Art, Communication, and Cultural Memory”

Building the Bridge to Mastery: Research preparation and exploring Italian culture

By Olivia Leichter, Florida State University To open this post, I am happy to report that I have made it safely to Italy!  I have enjoyed the last few days preparing for travel, navigating the train systems, practicing basic Italian, and exploring the local Italian culture with a lovely host family in a small townContinue reading “Building the Bridge to Mastery: Research preparation and exploring Italian culture”

Speaking Spanish Isn’t Scary?

By Chloe Bloom, Florida State University Hello from Spain! I’ve finally made it and couldn’t be more excited to jump right into my research study and explore the city of Barcelona. First step, knowing my way around. I’ve got a metro card so that I can get from place to place around the big cityContinue reading “Speaking Spanish Isn’t Scary?”

The Power of a Question: Beginning My Research Journey in Brazil

By Jakyah Hayes, Florida State University UROP Symposium ’25 As I begin this project, I am excited to strengthen my critical thinking, research, communication, leadership, and cross-cultural collaboration skills. One of the most important lessons I have learned as an anthropology student is that the power of research lies in the questions we ask. StrongContinue reading “The Power of a Question: Beginning My Research Journey in Brazil”

Exploring Musical Canon and Music Education in Florence

By: Isabel Ball, University of Missouri–Kansas City Hey everyone!  My name is Isabel Ball, and I just finished my first year pursuing a Bachelor of Music Education at the University of Missouri–Kansas City (UMKC) Conservatory. I’m originally from Missouri, and if there’s one thing you should know about me, it’s that I love music andContinue reading “Exploring Musical Canon and Music Education in Florence”