On a whim, I entered an essay contest in my final year of college to attend the University Oxford. And I won. Initially, I thought having Oxford on my resume would open doors to me upon graduation. While I’m sure it didn’t hurt, the doors it opened weren’t necessarily career oriented.
Year: 2014
Why I Ran the Paris Half Marathon With My Husband
My first half marathon was in Paris. I still can’t get over that. I chose a starting time that was terrible. By the time I started the winner was making this way into the park on the other side, so by the time I finished everyone was long gone.
My Roman Holiday: Why You Should Always Apply to Study Abroad
My Roman Holiday: Why You Should Always Apply to Study Abroad In the spotlight for the past 3000 years, Rome, Roma, also known as the Eternal City, is a lively city with reminders of its past around every corner. You will encounter the glories of Ancient Rome, medieval and Renaissance buildings and fountains, great museums,…
What to Do When Your Passports are Stolen in Mallorca
What to Do When Your Passports are Stolen in Mallorca We emptied the very last trash can, fumbling through its contents with reckless abandon. Stolen purse, credit cards, and inhalers, not even my tube of red lipstick I just bought. But most importantly, no passports. Our hearts sank as we realized the gravity of our…
Black in Europe: Why I Will Never Go Back to Poland
Black in Europe: Why I Will Never Go Back to Poland Poland is the only country I’ve been to, and I have no plans to go back. You’d think a place that was the victim of so much hate would be able to welcome two foreigners—one black and the other Chinese. Well, you’d be completely…