5 Years From Seoul

This is a piece I wrote as a reflection on my time studying abroad in Seoul, South Korea, back in 2015 (almost 5 years ago). Everyone that knows me, knows that my time in South Korea has had a huge impact on my life, my perspective, and my interests. My husband, some friends, and I will visit Seoul again in November 2019. … More 5 Years From Seoul

Study Abroad Essentials: Part 2, How to Maximize Your Time Abroad

I spent the Spring of 2015 studying abroad in Seoul, South Korea. And I have to brag on myself a little bit–I studied abroad like a boss. The months of studying and planning that I did, as well as some key choices that I made, really paid off when it came time for the actual … More Study Abroad Essentials: Part 2, How to Maximize Your Time Abroad

Attitude Adjustment: The Best Advice I Ever Received About Culture Shock

Back in 2014 I was a Junior in college preparing to go abroad for a semester in South Korea. Even though I was beyond excited, I was also nervous about having to adjust and live in a new place for six months.   During that time I was taking a Linguistic Anthropology course, and the … More Attitude Adjustment: The Best Advice I Ever Received About Culture Shock