This was an absolute whirlwind of a program. It was so incredibly fast-paced, with multiple engagements for us to go to as a group every single day, and so many knowledgeable and driven people at the top of their respective fields for us to take notes from and discuss with. It was a very draining…
Tag: Romania
The Legacy of Brutalism in Romania
Since the end of Communist Party rule in Romania in 1989, the country has put a great deal of collective effort into distancing itself from the regime. However, the legacy of this period of Romanian history remains present in a lot of ways in everyday life in Romania, particularly in the form of brutalist and…
You Probably Don’t Know Where Sinaia Is, But You Should
After nearly 2 weeks in Bucharest, our group piled into a Mercedes Sprinter van and drove off towards Transylvania, the region where we would be spending the rest of our time in Romania. After a stop in Piscu to tour a pottery workshop and have an amazing lunch — in my opinion the best meal…
Until Next Time Romania!
Reflecting on my time in Romania, I am coming away with so many valuable lessons, both in and out of the classroom. Throughout this trip, I learned valuable lessons about understanding other cultures from a non-judgmental perspective, time management, doing things outside my comfort zone, showing up and participating while tired, balancing work and fun, and…
“Aha” in the Bucharest Airport
My first “aha” moment of my trip, where it really sunk in to me that I was in a different country, came VERY early on in the trip. I felt this sense of being in another country as soon as I stepped off the plane and into the Bucharest Henri Coandǎ International Airport. As soon…
It’s the People That Make the Place
When reflecting on finding community during this trip, I am met with nothing but fond memories. Going into this experience, one of my biggest stressors was meeting the other people on my trip. I am a strong believer in the fact that the group of people you experience something with can make or break an…