By Kathryn M.

Published Feb. 1, 2018

I've never really thought much about how much being a girl impacts me daily. I'm aware of the big picture things — the wage gap, sexual assault and harassment in the workplace. Of course, I hold my keys between my fingers when I walk to my car in the dark and call my friends and…

By Marie F.

Published Jan. 26, 2018

I had no idea what to expect whenever I studied abroad in Thailand for a semester. There were some idealistic preconceptions that came to my mind whenever I imagined being on the other side of the planet. In a way, I had this view that throughout my journey I would unravel and absorb what the…

By Kalynn B.

Published Jan. 24, 2018

Getting dropped off with my host family was quite possibly one of the most stressful events of my college career. To say the least, I was somewhere between "what have I signed up for?" and "I might throw up." So, you can also imagine the stress when I was originally told I was last for…

By Krysta D.

Published Jan. 22, 2018

During winter break, I visited Pune, India. While there I did a public health internship for KEM Hospital. Visiting India was such a humbling experience. Not only did I get to immerse myself in the Indian culture, but I learned so much about myself by doing so. I learned to be more comfortable in my…

By Kalynn B.

Published Jan. 19, 2018

Costa Rica is a country of peace. A country that has only fought in a single war against other countries in the entirety of its existence. A country filled with Tico's. A country filled with some of the best fruits you will ever consume. A country filled with some of the most breath-taking views. And…

By Kathryn M.

Published Jan. 12, 2018

This semester I have traded in my university in the middle of Missouri for a grand adventure in a big city — 4,699 miles away. My new life in Lyon, France comes with many challenges like getting used to the transit systems, making new friends and acclimating to a new university. One of the reasons…

By Lauren K.

Published Jan. 10, 2018

1. Winkel 43 The best Dutch apple pie in Amsterdam. And probably the world. Make sure you get a slice with whipped cream (slagroom)! 2. The Brunchroom Great place for brunch (duh) with a creative menu and unique dishes to choose from. The owner, Steven, is the sweetest…

By Daryn F.

Published Jan. 8, 2018

Coming from the cold tundra of the north in the suburbs of Chicago, snow is nearly essential to a proper winter. It is the only thing that keeps the spirits up throughout the sad dreariness of the cold months. I was beyond delighted when I found out that it would snow in Korea. However, the…

By Daryn F.

Published Jan. 4, 2018

The biggest decision I made this year was not to come to Korea — that was easy — but not to go home for Christmas. Christmas in my family is the most festive three months of the year. My mom sets up trees well before Thanksgiving, though we do not add the decorations until after…

By Lauren K.

Published Dec. 21, 2017

It's currently my last Sunday night in Amsterdam. Sunday nights are often accompanied by a feeling of sadness because the weekend is over and it's time to get down to business. Tonight, though, my Sunday night blues aren't because of my long to-do list for the week (which, yes, includes studying for finals and writing…