Hands down, I would recommend studying abroad. I don’t think there’s anyone who would tell you not to do it. But it isn’t always the most magical experience.
Columnist abroad commends efforts to learn a new language
Anyone who is trying to learn a new language is trying, and deciding to do it the hard way.
Columnist abroad discusses ‘explosive celebration’ in Valencia
Fallas is an explosive celebration, and I mean that literally. If you think of the Fourth of July when you think of fireworks, Fallas tops that.
Columnist abroad visits Paris, realizes the extent of her Spanish integration
I decided it was time to try exploring the rest of Europe, starting with Paris. I mean, why on earth wouldn’t I? It’s so close and so easy.
Spain still feels magical, even when columnist finds home
You only need to see the familiar from a different perspective, and things become surreal.
Columnist studying abroad finds Spanish lover
If my hyperventilating that day didn’t make it clear to the rest of the USAC group that I’m an art major, I don’t know what else would.
Columnist discusses the American imperialistic mindset
The hard truth of it is, yes, you’re an American, but so is everyone else on this continent. Congratulations. You might be an American, but that certainly isn’t your nationality.
Columnist studying abroad debunks Spain stereotypes
Culture shock is a necessary experience. It is why studying abroad is so vital to understanding that the world is different and that we should not be afraid.
Study abroad in Spain: It’s hard to immerse yourself
People come to Europe for many reasons. My reason was to know Spain. Like conocer, know. To be so well acquainted with Spain that she is mi tía or mi abuela.
Abroad in Spain: Madelyn in the air
I never thought I’d write for my college’s newspaper from thousands of feet in the air. I also didn’t think I’d be living in Spain for a semester, but I am.
Hispanic Student Association prepared for annual conference
On Oct 7 the Hispanic Student Association prepared for their annual Latino Youth Leadership Conference.
Columnist offers advice to incoming freshmen
A letter to the incoming freshmen from a sophomore who’s just been through it.
10 things students can do instead of packing
Packing sucks, so here are 10 things students can do instead of packing up their stuff to go back home.
Women shave for different reasons, not just for men
What do you think? If you’re a women, do you shave your legs because you feel you have to, or because you like to? Or maybe you don’t shave your legs at all.
Feminism: In all seriousness
I’m afraid people won’t take me seriously. But there are a lot of reasons why feminism isn’t women shouting about trivial problems.
Delicious, glamorous food to get you through midterms
Here are five deliciously hilarious pictures of Meryl Streep, from the Instagram account @tasteofstreep that will use both food and glamour to help you take your mind off of your stress.
Barbie’s new body is a ‘good thing’
Yes, Barbie’s new body types may make little girls start asking questions about why every Barbie’s body isn’t the same, but this is vital in teaching little girls to realize that not every person’s body is the same in real life.
Is there no “I” in love?
I started thinking about the difference between “love you” and “I love you” and wondered if one was better than the other.
Finding a positive view of Islam
It’s insane how hard it is to find media that shows Islam in a positive light.
Tribute to Alan Rickman: 8 films that aren’t Harry Potter
As tribute to the great man Alan Rickman, we should appreciate eight of his movies that aren’t Harry Potter.
‘Fat’ is not a bad word
The word ‘fat’ wasn’t always an insult, and yet people skirt around the word.
