Diving for Data: My Coral Reef Research in Bonaire

By Kassandra Sevila, Florida State University My name is Kassandra Sevila, and I am a sophomore at Florida State University double majoring in psychology and environmental science. This summer, I will be conducting an independent research project studying patterns of juvenile corals in the Caribbean to assess coral reef recovery potential. My research site isContinue reading “Diving for Data: My Coral Reef Research in Bonaire”

Teaching, Learning, and Community: Exploring English Education in Huaraz, Peru

By Janna Lelis, Florida State University Hi everyone! My name is Janna Lelis and I’m a second-year Political Science and Economics student at Florida State University.  This summer, I will be volunteering as an English Teaching Assistant with Seeds of Hope Peru, a local nongovernmental organization (NGO) in Huaraz, Peru, which provides educational support andContinue reading “Teaching, Learning, and Community: Exploring English Education in Huaraz, Peru”

Threads of History: 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 second-year student at Florida State University studying in the College of Music and College of College of Communication and Information, where I am pursuing dual-degrees, a Bachelor of Arts in Music and a Bachelor of Arts in MediaContinue reading “Threads of History: Exploring Hand Embroidery as Art, Communication, and Cultural Memory”

A Summer in Tallinn: Researching Icons, Faith, and Cultural Memory

By Sophie Works, Florida State University Hi everyone! My name is Sophie Works, and I am a third-year honors student pursuing a dual degree in Russian (Slavic) Studies and International Affairs with minors in English and Museum Studies. I’m a member of the Honors, Scholars, and Fellows House Undergraduate Research Advisory Board, FSU Libraries DigitalContinue reading “A Summer in Tallinn: Researching Icons, Faith, and Cultural Memory”

Jusqu’ici tout va bien

By William Merrix, Florida State University Hello, everyone! My name is William Merrix, and I am a 3rd-year student at Florida State University, receiving dual degrees in Computer Science and Linguistics. I am the Co-Editor-in-Chief of the Political Review at Florida State University, where I oversee the legal and Africana sections. I have been interestedContinue reading “Jusqu’ici tout va bien”

Weaving Stories Across Borders: A Journey Through Textile Traditions in Peru

By Caroline Ponce, University of Texas at Austin My name is Carolina Ponce, and I’m a rising senior studying Mechanical Engineering at The University of Texas at Austin. I was born and raised in Texas, but my roots are deeply influenced by my family’s Latin American heritage. Over the past few years, I’ve found myselfContinue reading “Weaving Stories Across Borders: A Journey Through Textile Traditions in Peru”

Oral History Field School in South Sulawesi, Indonesia 

By Matthew Rummel, University of Hawai‘i at Mānoa Aloha! My name is Matthew Rummel, and I am currently a senior at the University of Hawai‘i at Mānoa, where I am majoring in Political Science with a concentration in international relations. In addition to my major, I am pursuing a Business Minor and a Peace andContinue reading “Oral History Field School in South Sulawesi, Indonesia “

Voice of the Forest: An Environmental Biography of South Sulawesi’s Forests Through Oral Histories

By Courtney Tagay, University of Hawaiʻi at Mānoa Being born and raised in Waiehu, I witnessed the ecological, cultural, and environmental damage that Western agricultural practices have had on Maui. I went to elementary school in Waiheʻe where we had access to loʻi kalo and freshwater streams. Inherently, we learned that water is life; olaContinue reading “Voice of the Forest: An Environmental Biography of South Sulawesi’s Forests Through Oral Histories”

Promoting Peace and Intercultural Learning Through English Education in Bosnia

By Jack Conor-Scharf, William & Mary My name is Jack Connor-Scharf, and I’m a junior at William & Mary, where I study Biology. Before transferring to William & Mary, I earned my associate degree from Germanna Community College. My academic path has been shaped by a deep interest in research, a passion for cross-cultural understanding,Continue reading “Promoting Peace and Intercultural Learning Through English Education in Bosnia”

“More Passionate About My Project Than Ever Before”

By Raven Watkins, Florida State University [Content warning: skeletal remains] Hello! A lot has happened since we last spoke. I am ending my month in Spain and will be departing soon. Living in Chelva, there were more problems than I originally anticipated. The city is very small, so small that there’s only a half-sized groceryContinue reading ““More Passionate About My Project Than Ever Before””