I chose ‘The Politics of Soccer in Spain and beyond’ program because Soccer hasalways been an important aspect of my culture and has had a huge influence in my relationshipwith…
It’s possible for first-generation students to study abroad – w/ Rahwa Gebretsadikan in Spain
This all started when one of my mentors, Bianca, recruited me to do a study abroad program. She was a first-generation student whom I knew did a study abroad program….
From Bothell to Tokyo and back – w/ Prof. David Goldstein in Japan
IAS Teaching Professor, David Goldstein, has one regret from college: “If I could go back in time and change one thing… I would study abroad.” He’s just returned from a year…
Old man, old sport: New place, new mindset w/ Rico Espinosa in Spain
I am not your traditional student. I am older than the average college student, I am aretired veteran, and I am married with kids. I am thankful for the support…
Study Abroad: A trip that I loved and hated equally – in Spain w/ Jaya Ravi
1. Pre-global experience For my last quarter in college, I decided to study abroad through the Politics of Soccer and Beyond program in Spain for one month. I chose this…
No Riding! Experiences with Elephant Tourism w/ Reyna Garduno
Corporate Social Responsibility in Thailand & Cambodia Elephants. When you think of Thailand, these large creatures most likely come to mind. Thus, it was inevitable for me to encounter them…
From the Andes to the Amazon: a Perspective of a Foreign World, Post 3 w/ Harris Nakajima
The Andes to Amazon: Biodiversity, conservation, and sustainability in Peru Day 13 It’s almost been 2 weeks since we started this program, and I honestly doubt I can find an…
From the Andes to the Amazon: a Perspective of a Foreign World, Post 2 w/ Harris Nakajima
The Andes to Amazon: Biodiversity, conservation, and sustainability in Peru Day 0 So uh… Is this what it’s like to have a hangover? Good god, my head and stomach are…
From the Andes to the Amazon: a Perspective of a Foreign World, Post 1 w/ Harris Nakajima
The Andes to Amazon: Biodiversity, conservation, and sustainability in Peru This early fall, I had an experience that not many have the opportunity to have. An opportunity not just to…
Sexual Politics, Culture, and Justice in Norway: In the Land of the Vikings w/ Brian Mendoza
Sexual politics, Culture, and Justice in Norway This past August and September I had the chance to explore Norway as a part of a UW Study Abroad Exploration Seminar. One…