Miriam Pérez Prieto, Directora Adjunta Colby College in Salamanca
The Colby in Salamanca group for the Spring semester enjoyed a few excursions. Here are some photos of their adventure. Continue reading “Colby in Salamanca ~~ A Photo Blog of a Few Excursions by Miriam Pérez Prieto”
Cate Johnson ’17
Majors: French and Global Studies
Hamilton College, Paris
Full Year 2015/2016
As my yearlong stay in Paris draws to a close, I have been reflecting on what I will miss most about this incredible city. I can easily say that my wonderful host family has been one of the most positive and enriching aspects of my time here. Continue reading “Saying Goodbye to my Second Family by Cate Johnson ’17”
Jasmyn Davis ’17
Major: Education
IES – Quito, Ecuador Program
Spring 2016
Follow Jasmyn’s study abroad adventures at Primeros Días En Ecuador
Grace Baldwin ’17
Majors: Government and Global Studies
CIEE Study Abroad in Amsterdam-Social Sciences
Fall 2015
Amsterdam, oh Amsterdam. How I miss you so much!
I’ve officially been back at Colby for a little over a month now after studying abroad last semester with CIEE in Amsterdam and spending JanPlan in Italy. The transition back to Mayflower Hill has been exhausting, but I think I’m finally starting to get back into the groove of Colby life. Continue reading “Good or Bad, Study Abroad Changes You for the Better”
Henry Levine ’17
Majors: Spanish and Psychology
IFSA Butler: Universidad de La Habana Program, Havana, Cuba
Spring 2016
It is an amazing time to be in Cuba. After mildly electrocuting myself trying to turn on a light the first day, I began acclimating myself to Cuba. Cars from the 1950’s and 60’s serve as taxi cabs now, able to take you from one part of the city to another for a mere 40 cents. Continue reading “An Amazing Time to be in Cuba by Henry Levine ’17”
Nathaniel Rees ’17
Majors: Studio Art and Environmental Policy
Round River Patagonia Program
Spring 2016
Re-posted from Round River Conservation Studies Blog
The last 5 days have been surreal. It seems like yesterday that we arrived in Coyhaique, bleary-eyed and in desperate need of a bathroom (too many in-flight Cokes). Yet tomorrow, we leave for a three-week backpacking conservation trip through the fjords of Bernardo O’Higgin’s National Park, and stoke levels couldn’t be higher. Continue reading “Patagonia arrival by Nathaniel Rees ’17”
Ava Baker ’18
Global Studies & Music Majors
JanPlan in India, Kalimpong, India
January 2016
Being uncomfortable is actually quite comfortable. Contradiction? Maybe on the surface, but when you actually think about that statement, it’s quite true! The only way to extend your comfort zone, is to be uncomfortable. The more your “zone” extends, the less things, actions, or people can make you squirm, blush, or hide. And that, my friends, is a beautiful thing because it allows you to open your mind to the blissful wonders of this world. Continue reading “The Wonderful Benefits of Being Uncomfortable by Ava Baker ’18”
Lucie Gulino ’17
Majors: Anthropology and Philosophy SIT IHP Health and Community: Globalization, Culture, and Care Program
Spring 2016
Hello Family and Friends! As promised, I will be keeping track of my little happenings for the next four months as I travel literally across the globe. In consideration of your time and interests as a reader, I will be dividing my posts up with subheadings–that way you can pick and choose what snippets you want to read and skip others to satisfy your heart’s desire. Continue reading “2,904 Miles from Home and the Journey Begins by Lucie Gulino ’17”
Marilyn R. Pukkila, Scholarly Resources and Services Librarian, Social Sciences and Humanities
To all those who are on their way to, or already arrived at, their off campus adventure, congratulations! We in the Libraries wanted to remind you that just because you’re off campus, it doesn’t mean you aren’t connected to the resources and services of the Libraries. In fact, there’s a web page just for you: http://libguides.colby.edu/offcampus Visit this page for information on your new location, and for guidance on using the Libraries’ online resources while you’re away. Let the explorations begin!
Bruce Rueger, Ph.D., Visiting Assistant Professor, Department of Geology
Geology of Bermuda Jan Plan, Bermuda
January 2016
Follow Jan Plan in Bermuda by reading Bruce Rueger’s JanPlan Geology and Natural History of Bermuda Blog.
View Bermuda – GoPro a video by Gerry Nvule ’19
GE279 Geology of Bermuda. Course description: Students will learn how the island of Bermuda, subjected to a variety of geologic processes, has evolved over the past two million years. They will be exposed to the scientific method and how geologists study the Earth, its materials, and its processes. During field and laboratory observations, students will investigate how organisms, including humans, and sedimentary processes have shaped Bermuda; how sediment is formed, moved, consolidated, and lithified; and the interrelationships between geology and biology. They will gain an appreciation of the complexities of living on an island and the anthropogenic impacts on a fragile ecosystem.
Professor Raffael Scheck, Audrey Wade Hittinger Katz and Sheldon Toby Katz Distinguished Teaching Professor of History, History Department
The Western Front in World War 1: Jan Plan, Dijon, France
January 2016
HI297C The Western Front in World War I: Course description: The western front was the stage of the bloodiest days ever experienced by the French, German, British, Canadian, and American armies. It brought together soldiers and military laborers from all over the world and became a symbol of modern war. Begins with a week-long introduction at Colby and then moves to Dijon (France) for the remaining three weeks. Focus is on readings of war accounts and the interpretations of historians. Includes an excursion to the key battle sites and a day trip to the French Army Museum in Paris. Taught in English. Students will stay with host families in Dijon. Continue reading “A Jan Plan Snapshot, The Western Front in World War 1, by Raffael Scheck”
Professor Marina Davies
French III (Paris) Jan Plan, Paris, France
January 2016
FR127J French III (Paris): Course description: An intensive version of the last course in the required language sequence, held in Paris, France. Students not only learn French (developing their speaking, comprehension, reading, and writing abilities), they use French to learn, doing analytical work related to France’s past (using Louis Malle’s screenplay and filmAu Revoir les enfants as a point of departure) and France’s present (through class excursions). Students also learn to adapt to a foreign culture while immersed in a French-speaking environment. Continue reading “Jan Plan in Paris, A Snapshot by Marina Davies”
