Introduction The smell of bookshops is universal. It is the scent of paper and ink, of warmth and comfort. It smells like home. Whenever I feel homesick for my book community in St. Louis, I can visit a bookstore, and the smell transports me 4,000 miles… More
Making the jump from the non-stop hustle of New York City to the laid-back, sunny vibes of Brisbane, Australia is a culture shock—but a good one! I spent a whole semester (summer to winter) at the University of Queensland, and going from dodging subway… More
When starting college, balancing school and social life is a big learning curve, and while you may feel you have adjusted, going abroad is an entirely different experience. Even if you have found a routine that works for you back home, here are some reminders… More
Food and memory are inextricably linked. They are biologically connected, as the amygdala and hippocampus are involved in both the processing of taste and memory. In fact, food can trigger a person to develop deeper memories. This was extremely prevalent… More
Could you share an impactful moment or experience you had with someone you met on your program? An impactful experience I had with a friend I met at Queen Mary was when we traveled to Morocco together. We had to learn how to engage with the local culture… More