It’s been three weeks since I arrived back home from Seoul, and I’ve had plenty of time to reflect on my experience. Although being back in my childhood bedroom can feel like no time has passed since I was packing for my fateful departure five months ago, I know I have come back a different…
Tag: Spring 2026
Hasta luego, Buenos Aires
Hello everyone, this is Sam checking in one last time from Buenos Aires! My time here has come to a close, so I thought I’d share some reflections on my study abroad experience as a whole. I arrived in Buenos Aires in February to study with both local Argentine students and other international students, and…
Love Letter to Seoul’s Subway
After arriving home from Seoul three weeks ago, there have been many things to miss about my study abroad, but one particular thing has been at the forefront of my longing: Seoul’s subway system. I took the subway almost every day in Seoul. It was the means that empowered me to explore the city with…
Snapshot of Seoul: Daedongje
Over a month ago was Korea University’s Ipselenti Music Festival—one of the most anticipated events of the semester. Since the day I moved into the dorms in February, other students told me about this fateful week in May where some of the biggest A-list names in K-pop come to perform on campus. Now that I…
Reflecting on Five Transformative Months Abroad in Northern Ireland
Hello! My name is Cole Perkins, and I wanted to say one final hello as I close this incredible chapter of my life in Northern Ireland. For geographical orientation, I have added a map of Ireland and the surrounding area with a pin for Belfast. (Picture from Britannica) I include this picture because, when my…
Beyond Belfast
On the final day of the two-week program Social Roots of Medical Innovation, we visited the Antrim Coast and Giant’s Causeway. We took in the beautiful sights, the expanse of fields and contrast between the greenery and cliffs by the clear water, the breeze against the warmth of the sun, the sounds of sheep and…
Goodbye to GSL Trinidad
This has been a transformative experience for me, driven by a semester of growth, learning, and reflection. It has instilled a slew of skills, knowledge, and lessons, but something that stood out to me was the benefit of prioritizing reflection. It is easy to get caught up in the flow of the semester and the work and easy to forget to take…
Narratives in Belfast
Throughout the week in Belfast, we explored different narratives of the history of Belfast and Northern Ireland through guided tours, museum visits, and guest talks. Through these experiences, I learned different perspectives and powerful stories about The Troubles, a 30 year sectarian conflict. By simply listening, watching, and reflecting within the physical landscape and environment…
History, Landscape, and the Lessons Scotland Left Me
Throughout my time in Edinburgh and across Scotland, I was exposed to exclusive on-site learning experiences that enhanced my knowledge about the Scottish witch trials. By visiting museums and meeting with several local experts, I now understand the causes and historical significance of this dark period in Scotland’s history. The witchcraft trials was kickstarted in…
Exploring the Scottish Coast and Beyond
During our third week in Scotland, the group embarked on a Scottish adventure across the Fife coast and southern Highlands. Bright and early, we were off with the Little Treasures tour crew, Penny and Harry. As a tour guide, Penny was the perfect storyteller and super sweet throughout the entire excursion. Most importantly, Harry was…