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2015 Global Images Photo Contest

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Thank you to all students who submitted their beautiful photos and congratulations to all our winners!! This year we received 51 photos submitted by 32 students. Photos were judged not only on the picture but also the student’s description/interpretation of the photo based on the category descriptions. There are 4 categories with 1st, 2nd and 3rd place for each category, 1st place photos are shown below. To view all photo submissions and to “like” your favorites, check out the Off-Campus Study at Colby College Facebook page. Continue reading “2015 Global Images Photo Contest”

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Jeg Elsker København (I love Copenhagen) by Alison Grover ’16

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Alison Grover ’16
Architecture Major / Anthropology Minor
DIS Copenhagen, Denmark
(Spring 2015)

I studied abroad in Copenhagen, Denmark during Spring 2015. I decided on the DIS Architecture Foundations program because it is such a hands-on design studio, and because Copenhagen has a great selection of modern Danish architecture. And I knew, going into the program, that it would be a great experience, not just academically. But I never expected to love the city and the Danish Continue reading “Jeg Elsker København (I love Copenhagen) by Alison Grover ’16”

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In Valle Chacabuco By Robin Lewis ’17

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Robin Lewis ’17
Environmental Policy major, Creative Writing Minor
Round River Conservation Patagonia, Chile
(Fall 2015)

Re-posted with permission from the Round River Blog

It’s a strange thing to become desensitized to a place like this, but it is happening—slowly. For example, I know now to expect mountains when I unzip my tent in the morning. I am not surprised to find frost on the ground from time to time, or to see new snow above the distant tree line. Everyday I find the most beautiful place I’ve ever been. No camera can capture the view, but I am still trying.

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8 Things You Need to Know About OCS @ Colby

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When considering Off-Campus Study start by thinking about yourself: your goals for off-campus study (personal, professional & academic goals), your needs (academic or personal), your comfort level, and other considerations or any special needs or physical/mental health needs or conditions. Ask yourself these questions to find which program is right for YOU.

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Six Reasons to Love France in the Fall by Gabriella DeConti ’18

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Gabriella DeConti ’18
Environmental Science Major
First Semester Abroad:  Colby in Dijon
(Fall 2014)

It’s been about a year since my semester abroad in Dijon, France and I am still reflecting on the experiences I had there now that I’m back at Colby. This year, as I spend my first fall semester on campus, I am not only looking forward to weekend trips exploring apple orchards or climbing Mount Katahdin, but I am also growing quite nostalgic for my time in Europe. As the leaves turn Continue reading “Six Reasons to Love France in the Fall by Gabriella DeConti ’18”

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Mora Mora, I miss you by Kate Riley ‘16

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Kate Riley ‘16
Psychology, Neuroscience concentration
SIT Madagascar: Biodiversity and Natural Resource Management (spring 2015)

After a couple of weeks back at Colby, its starting to feel like I never left. Classes and commitments have picked up speed, and once again, I find myself caught up in the whirlwind of what comprises life at Colby. Before I continue, I must disclose that I love being busy. I’ve always jam-packed my schedule, running (often literally) from one thing to the next. I can only sit still for so long, and slow summers drive me stir-crazy. Continue reading “Mora Mora, I miss you by Kate Riley ‘16”

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14 Countries and 34 Cities, 5 Fun Classes by Vera Zhou ’16

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Vera Zhou ‘16
Environmental Science and Economics major
Women, Gender, Sexuality Studies minor
IES Abroad: Freiburg, Germany – Environmental Studies & Sustainability
(Spring 2015)

14 countries and 34 cities, 5 fun classes and sweet sweet Freiburg, it cannot be a better abroad semester for me. Now it’s time for me to go back to Colby and get ready to work a hell of a lot for the senior year. Thanks a ton, Germany/ Europe, for this amazing half a year. I cannot wait to get back to Colby and Foss food (not gonna lie, that’s the part I missed the most)!

— feeling blessed at Frankfurt Airport. Continue reading “14 Countries and 34 Cities, 5 Fun Classes by Vera Zhou ’16”

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Welcome to Colby Around The World: The OCS blog!

Slide1storyteller quoteWe in Colby’s Off-Campus study office created this blog as a place to share stories, adventures, discoveries, thoughts relating to the off-campus study experience (especially, but not exclusively study abroad). It is intended as a forum where Colby students, faculty, staff, or parents can express and share the many aspects of the experience with others including other students, faculty, staff as well as friends, family and prospective students. Continue reading “Welcome to Colby Around The World: The OCS blog!”

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