One of the most challenging things about studying abroad is learning to balance between school and traveling. It became especially difficult during the final weeks of my study abroad program…
AIFS students around the world capitalize on documenting their overseas adventures and endeavors through the medium of videography on a regular basis. The AIFS Capture the Culture Video Contest gives students…
Our annual Capture the Culture Photo Contest is an opportunity for AIFS students and recent alumni to submit what they think best, well, captures the culture during their study abroad, intern abroad, and volunteer…
When running around your new home away from home, you are bound to discover a few favorite areas within your host city that you keep returning to. London is a…
I left London two weeks ago. The goodbyes were quick but sentimental — one last night in our favorite pub, hugging and wishing each other luck, making promises to visit.…
I’m from a small—albeit growing—town in Washington state. Not only is my entire family spanning generations from here, but so is my tribe. The Cowlitz Indians have resided in Washington…
While I was abroad, it definitely crossed my mind that this might be the best thing I ever did. Having come from a small town, there wasn’t a whole lot…
It has been six weeks since I first got to London and I would like to share some of the lessons that I have learned while exploring the city. 1.…
“Can we find all this in London?” “If ye know where to go…” Ahh, the quintessential exchange between Harry and Hagrid as Harry first arrives into London, fresh after learning…
After being in London for a while, most people have seen the top attractions and been to all of the museums and famous markets. From Big Ben and Buckingham Palace…
