Travel Week(s)
One of the first things that comes to mind when thinking about studying abroad is the travel you do outside of your home base.
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From Kenyon to Guatemala
During this past summer, I had the opportunity to travel to Tecpán, Guatemala. Over the course of a week, a group of approximately 30 other college students and I spent our mornings volunteering at a local elementary school. While there, I found myself reflecting on my experiences at Kenyon.
Choosing an Off-Campus Program
As the sophomore class begins to make decisions about off-campus study, I can’t help myself from weighing in with my thoughts. After two months in St. Petersburg, I have learned a good bit about the abroad experience. Here's my advice.
A Trip to the Banya
St. Petersburg is a city known for its history, art, culture and, arguably most famously, its winter. After two weeks in this beautiful city I have already realized that winter is coming. But what does one do to combat the cold weather in St. Petersburg? Go to the Баня (banya, or bathhouse).
Djembes with Dizu
This past Saturday, almost by accident, I found myself at my instructor's house, building a drum.