Being a part of a small international studies community learning about historic human rights abuses and genocide can be very emotionally taxing at times, especially when we are routinely visiting sites of the Holocaust and the oppressive communist regime in the Czech Republic. As important as it is for us to look toward the atrocitiesContinue reading “Solidarity When Coming to Terms with Historic Tradgedy”
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Routine? Don’t Know Her.
Hey guys! Something very unique about my summer is that I am never in one place for very long. Every week I am somewhere new, thus it is difficult to give a current “map” of the places I inhabit. Yesterday I got back from Krakow, Poland and on Wednesday I will be heading to NurembergContinue reading “Routine? Don’t Know Her.”
Mapping My Experience
Creating a map of the spaces I inhabit on a daily or weekly basis would illustrate a blend of both routine and dynamic environments. On a typical day, my map would feature several key locations: Comparing this to my spheres from before I started my experience, several changes are evident: Overall, the evolution of myContinue reading “Mapping My Experience”
Community at Fazenda Serrinha
I come from a tight-knit community that deeply values solidarity and mutual support. Growing up here, I’ve experienced firsthand how we come together in times of need, reinforcing our bonds and collective responsibility. This sense of community is evident in how we collaborate to address challenges, such as stopping wildfires and maintaining open communication throughContinue reading “Community at Fazenda Serrinha”
Solidarity in Japan
Solidarity in Japan is one that I have found to be extremely beneficial. Especially, in terms of population and children comutes in Japan. Like any other country, Japan has its ups and downs, but one thing that I have noticed is that as a community they will do small things without seeking a reward back.Continue reading “Solidarity in Japan”
A Day in my Life
Every day I wake up at 8 a.m. to get ready and I order breakfast. I get dressed and pack my bag, including sunglasses, umbrella, and notebook. Around 9 a.m. I eat my breakfast and drink my coffee. Then at 9:30, I leave to walk to the school I am volunteering at. It takes aboutContinue reading “A Day in my Life”
The Dublin Diaries: Mapping my Life
Hello everyone! As part of the Global Scholars Program at Florida State University (FSU), I’m sharing my experiences studying abroad in Dublin, Ireland. This week, I’ll be mapping the spaces I inhabit on a daily and weekly basis and comparing them to my usual spheres back home. Daily and Weekly Spaces in Dublin In Dublin,Continue reading “The Dublin Diaries: Mapping my Life”
The idea of community
My internship has truly changed my perspective on community. Given that this is a remote internship, going into this internship, I was nervous that I would lack a sense of community, but it has given me a deeper meaning and understanding of what community means to me. With the diversity of my team, coming fromContinue reading “The idea of community”
Introducing My New Community!
The environment of my community is very academic and supportive. Although I often find myself in scholarly communities, I feel like I have joined a new community because of the age range that I am working with. When teaching younger kids, patience is key, and my community radiates patience. This experience has introduced me toContinue reading “Introducing My New Community!”
Camp Boggy Fun!
I feel like I have found my community! When I walk into the lunchroom every day, so many people come up to greet me and tell me how happy they are to see me. The environment embraces mistakes and celebrates them. It also celebrates asking for help. It is easy to get stuck in aContinue reading “Camp Boggy Fun!”
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