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A Tourist in my Own City

Nov. 15, 2015—Whether it's in Barcelona or in Nashville, take some time and be a tourist in your own city once in a while.

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My Month in Ecuador (thank you Vandy!)

Nov. 8, 2015—This summer I went to Ecuador for a month, thanks to a program in Vandy's OACS (Office of Active Citizenship and Service). This program taught me more than I could have asked for. We had a reunion dinner to reflect on our experience, and I was asked to write a speech. Here it is!

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FOMO is real

Oct. 25, 2015—Vanderbilt Homecoming Week 2015... from Barcelona!

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All Roads Lead to Rome (& Vanderbilt)

Oct. 15, 2015—Whether its Rome or Vanderbilt, a good tour can make all the difference.

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Just Another Manic Monday

Dec. 19, 2014—Experience the exciting conclusion to a day of the week that is mondane but certainly not mundane!

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En France, En Français!

Dec. 12, 2014—Vanderbilt has a unique collection of study abroad programs that enables students to extend their Vanderbilt experience to beyond the borders of Nashville, Tennessee and the United States.

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Jae Goes to Bolivia: The Miracle [Part 8]

Aug. 15, 2014—With school starting back up, the big question I ask everyone is, "What was your single greatest moment of the summer?" It's much more fun than simply asking what someone did over the summer and I get to hear about the exciting parts of people's live. My last week in Bolivia gave me my "single greatest moment."

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Jae Goes to Bolivia: Exploring Tarija [Part 7]

Aug. 7, 2014—One of the main things you really want to do when studying abroad is to experience the city itself and soak in all the new culture that surrounds you. Accompanied by my two fellow students, we soaked in plenty.

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Jae Goes to Bolivia: Country Roads [Part 6]

Jul. 21, 2014—During my second week, my designated rotation was at a small general clinic out of the city limits. As the locals call it: el campo, the countryside.

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Tips for International Travel

Jul. 19, 2014—So that you can prepare as much as possible for your next trip abroad, I share my mistakes and triumphs in the world of airlines, travel companions, and free time.

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