In terms of self-care, it is de rigueur. It is de rigueur to pamper yourself with independent movies on an “Anri’s Last Summer Whisper” type of night, specifically the ones…
Stepping Out of My Comfort Zone: My Study Abroad Experience in Leon, Spain – w/ Dhruva Pyapali
This summer, I spent an unforgettable month in León, Spain, as part of a study abroad program that broadened my horizons and pushed me beyond my comfort zone. From navigating…
A Day in My Life as a Study Abroad Student in Rome, Italy! – w/ Sofia Soderblom
Welcome! <3 When the opportunity to study abroad arose, I instantly knew I needed to take advantage of it. I looked into so many different options, but when I saw…
Rediscovering my Childhood Dreams: A Summer in Greece – w/ Soeun Son
The JSIS Greece: Sustainability program was led by UW faculty. It is geared towards students in the Jackson School of International Studies (JSIS) program, but it is open to any…
Navigating the Dark Empire: Public Health Lessons from London – w/ Elizabeth Alebachew
When I first embarked on my month-long study abroad journey to London, I had no idea just how deep and complex the city’s history was—particularly in the realms of empire,…
London Diaries: Early Fall Abroad – w/ Muna Mohammed
As a recipient of the UW Bothell Study Abroad Ambassador Scholarship, I embarked on an unforgettable journey this Early Fall 2023 in London. I’m thrilled to share glimpses of my…
Where the Sakura Blossoms Live: An Experience Never Forgotten from my time in Matsuyama, Ehime – w/ Kanu Vasdev
Growing up watching anime and reading manga, I introduced myself to Japanese culture in some way I never thought of as a child. When consuming media at a young age,…
Sounds of Social Justice: The Overlook of the Adventures on the Streets of Spain – w/ Diana Muuru
With this being my last and final class to graduate, my study abroad experience was the absolute perfect way to finish my college career! This international experience has allowed me…
From endless amounts of Greek salads to friendly stray cats: My Summer quarter around the Aegean Sea – w/ Isatou Ceesay
Busy streets of Syntagma Square One of my most memorable experiences was having the opportunity to speak firsthand and interact with people in Syntagma Square, a busy area in downtown…
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…