Me, Busan, and a Boatload of Fun

Guess what? I just got back from an amazing trip to Busan, South Korea—and I can't wait to tell you all about it!

All-You-Can-Eat! A Night at the Izakaya with ESS Club

In this article, I reflect on one of my favorite parts of life in Japan: the simple joy of gathering at an izakaya with others, sharing good food and making new friends along the way. 

An Interview with Aisa Okuyama

Meet Aisa, as she invites us into her home, family, and culture— exploring tradition, student life, and a vision for the future. 

Korea Trip

Hey guys! I thought I would give you a little more information about what I did in Korea. I traveled there for "Golden Week," which is Japan's version of a Spring Break.

Cherry Blossom Season

Cherry blossoms, or sakura, are springtime flowers in Japan that people celebrate by having picnics under the trees. At night, the blossoms are lit up so everyone can enjoy their beauty after dark.

What Exactly is an École Normale Supérieure (ENS)?

The French school system is quite different from the US's, but France’s four École normale supérieure stand out in especially stark contrast. This week, I describe what exactly makes them different.

Baila! Baila! Baila! Fería! Fería! Fería!

I will explore the history of La Feria de Abril, one of Seville’s most prized traditions. The celebration reflects the people of Seville’s cultural identity, history, and community values.

Day in the Life of Ecuadorian Eighth Graders!

Have you ever wondered what it's like to live as a kid in Ecuador? Here we are going to hear from five eighth grade students named Juan, Tayler, Richard, Domenica and Emilia!

Adios, Mis Amigos!

Hello, and, sadly, goodbye! This journal is a farewell to all of the students (and of course to Mr. Chvala) that have accompanied me on my journey in Peru. I wish you all the best in the future!

Hasta Luego, Chile!

In my final article, I share my favorite memories from Chile and explain how the Fulbright Program helped me learn and grow through international exchange.

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