I’m now reaching the end of my first week living in Rome. It still hasn’t fully set in that I’ll be a student here for the next four months, but I’m beyond grateful and excited for the opportunity. In…
Just like that… I am finished with my first year of college. As I reflect on the whole experience, I could not be more happy with the person I have become and the things I have learned. Moving to…
This semester, I had the bright idea of taking an 8:15 a.m. class. Unlike a majority of college students, I cannot just roll out of bed and take a short walk to class because my morning classes are located…
Not only did I get blessed with two amazing college roommates, but one of them happens to come from the beautiful and historic city of Charleston, South Carolina. I had never been to the east coast before, so when…
This year, I am trying to read more books that I pick out for myself. Last year, I felt as though I was losing touch with my love of reading. The entirety of what I read was assigned for…
This year, I decided to treat myself to Spotify Premium because I realize just how large a role music plays in my life. I listen to playlists on the shuttle to class, when I am getting ready to go…
It’s so easy to think up goals. It doesn’t take long to envision perfect-case scenarios, but it’s not so easy to break those idealized end results into practical and attainable steps. I love New Year’s, but I’ve never been…
I honestly think time management is one of the most difficult things to master, especially in the fast-paced environment we live today. With something unique always trending, new and addicting television shows consistently being released, and the many other…
I have been looking forward to decorating my college dorm ever since I can remember. I never really had the opportunity to redecorate my room back at home, which made me all the more anxious to start the planning…
The city skyline may be a breathtaking backdrop for pictures, but here are 3 Chicago photo walls that will really make your Instagram pop. These are perfect if you are only visiting for a short time because I went…