Good afternoon from Valencia! After spending several weeks here, I have begun to understand what solidarity looks like within this community. Solidarity can come in many different forms, however in Valencia, it seems that both cultural activities and public infrastructure are the two main forms that seem to bring the community together. The first exampleContinue reading “Solidarity In My Community”
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Bowling championship
Hey everyone,I am two weeks in as a counseling aide for children with disabilities, and I love it! Today, we took the kids bowling to allow them to be more comfortable with participating in a group setting. As I was helping the kids bowl, I learned so much about them. Many kids love to beContinue reading “Bowling championship”
Day in the Life: TEFL and Summer Classes
My routine for a TEFL class day is packed with tutoring, lectures, and assignment completion. On top of everything I must go for TEFL, I also must balance my other classes and their assignments as well. My average class day starts with waking up early to complete my morning routine and to get ready forContinue reading “Day in the Life: TEFL and Summer Classes”
A Day In The Life
Hey guys! Now that I have taken a little time to settle in Valencia, Spain, I just wanted to update you all with what a typical day has been looking like here for me. People who I live with typically wake up later in the day than my, and I do my best to beContinue reading “A Day In The Life”
Social Differences in Abroad Experiences and My Capstone!
Within my community it is evident that not everyone studying abroad can have a boundless experience. For me, studying abroad was a life without limits; I was traveling every weekend, eating great foods, and living a worry free life. Now that I’ve been around other students who are studying abroad in America, I can sayContinue reading “Social Differences in Abroad Experiences and My Capstone!”
Description of Social Environment
Hi from Valencia! After spending several weeks here, it really does feel like I am starting to get involved in my new community. It has not come easy, but over this period of time, I have realized that the biggest contributing factor of my new feelings is both the active work at trying to beContinue reading “Description of Social Environment”
Wrapping it Up!
In the spring, I was uncertain about what summer would bring and unsure about my pursuits and goals. Reflecting on my time in Japan, I now recognize it as an incredible opportunity that has profoundly enlightened me. It has expanded my perspective on the vastness of the world and the myriad ways people live accordingContinue reading “Wrapping it Up!”
Looking Back
My experiences in Italy and Brazil have deepened my understanding of cultural exchange and sustainable practices. Initially, my Capstone was going to be a cookbook, inspired by the rich culinary traditions I encountered. However, as I spent more time in these communities, I realized that food is just one part of a much larger culturalContinue reading “Looking Back”
What is next?
As I begin preparing for fall semester here at FSU, my experience at camp over summer has fueled my passion for body image and eating disorder advocacy. Currently, I am the Vice President of ANAD@FSU. An eating disorder support group here on campus. We are in the process of working with highschools in Leon CountyContinue reading “What is next?”
Interest Change!
In the fall and spring, I was more focused on research and women studies for my Global Scholars summer. However, my actual experience taught me a lot more in various areas. It shifted to a the disabled community, one that is not very prominent in Nepal. The women I taught showed me to look atContinue reading “Interest Change!”
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