I guess I’m in a little bit of a different position than most people on this trip. I spent last semester abroad in Tanzania on the east coast of Africa. I went back to the United States for a total of 7 days, and the reverse culture shock is an ongoing extremely difficult process. So […]
Berlin Transit
The transportation system here in Berlin has been a huge part of my experience abroad. Like my fellow students, I take it every day to and from our classes in the central district Mitte as well as to any part of the city I want in my spare time. Consequently, I have spent quite a […]
Out Of Joint
Out Of Joint is a traveling theatre company based in London. The company has a commitment to social engagement through theatre. Headed by artistic director Max Stafford-Clark, it is known for producing new and political plays and for featuring up and coming playwrights. Out of Joint has also premiered plays by popular British playwrights such […]
Hohenschönhausen
One of the reasons I decided to study abroad in Germany was that I was intrigued by the country’s fascinating history. Living in Berlin has provided me with so many opportunities to learn about history not just through a textbook but by visiting places of historical significance in real life. Our classes often take us on […]
Hamburg
Last weekend, a friend and I took a three-hour bus ride to Hamburg, the second largest city in Germany (after Berlin). Hamburg is situated on the Elbe River, and is close enough to the coast that it has traditionally served as an important port for Germany. This gives Hamburg, from my perspective, a significantly different […]