

Thursday December 8th, 2:15pm, Sacred Strangers
Making new friends is difficult for me. I like the friends that I already have, my routine, being comfortable. Studying abroad forced me...


Wednesday November 2, 3:45 pm, Traveling in the Age of Now
Think of the word, “travel.” What comes to mind? For me, it’s adventure, seeing new places, spontaneity, and learning about different...


Sunday October 30, 8:06 pm, Trump Across the World
I stood on a Berlin sidewalk, bags at my feet. The chill in the air had me bouncing my legs and squeezing my hands to keep them warm. My...


Wednesday October 5, 9:28 pm, The Czech Spirit
I have never been so mystified by a place as I am by Prague. Such a complicated history would warrant that, I suppose. It’s strange to...


Thursday September 22, 10:30 am, Observations in Staré Náměstí
His bent legs hold up a backpack. Rocking forward and back, he holds a small phone up to his ear. Yelling, he’s agitated. His hand waves...


Wednesday September 14, 4:35pm, Mluvíte česky?
I grew up speaking both Spanish and English. I took Spanish classes whenever a language was required in school, and speak it with my...


Wednesday August 31, 9:42 am, Czech America
I have been in Prague for over a week now and some of my most notable experiences have taken place on the trams. Interactions between...


Sunday July 24, 5:55 am, On Leaving
I was glad to leave Paris. Not because I didn't enjoy myself or think it was beautiful or appreciate its rich history – it was the best...
Monday July 4, 11:53 pm, Independence Day
Historically this day has always made me feel uncomfortable. As a young girl, it was spent with family at parties and barbecues. I never...
Sunday July 3, 4:31 am, rue Oberkampf
Saturday nights in Paris are no joke. Only here can one take a flaming shot, witness a man strip as part of a drink titled "The Monica...