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December 4, 2015March 15, 2016

Climbing Walsh’s Pyramid by Greyson Butler ’17

Greyson Butler ’17
Biology major
School for Field Studies: Tropical Rainforest Studies, Australia
Fall 2015

Re-posted from the SFS Blog

After two weeks of hard work studying tree-kangaroos, tooth-billed bowerbirds, and the interface of ecotourism and indigenous culture, it was definitely time for a well-deserved brain break for all of us here at Warrawee. This much-needed time off came in the form of our last Cairns weekend of the semester, where we get to spend most of Saturday and Sunday exploring the wealth of entertainment the Wet Tropics provides to travelers Continue reading “Climbing Walsh’s Pyramid by Greyson Butler ’17”

November 15, 2015March 15, 2016

Into the Bush By Emma Rosenfield ’16

Emma Rosenfield ‘16
Majors: Biology and Art:Studio
Round River Conservation Studies, Botswana
(Spring 2015)

Re-posted with permission from the Round River Blog

What a week! In preparation for our great journey into the bush, we practiced birding on a sunset cruise, met with various organizations to learn about fieldwork, and cut a few inches off of Hailey’s hair. With everything packed onto/into the three vehicles, we headed out on Wednesday for Santawani. We drove from pavement to dirt roads to tracks amidst towering grasses. After living in camp with monkeys

November 11, 2015March 15, 2016

Why FSA Students Should Study Abroad Again—Written by an FSA, for FSA Students by Cam Copeland 16

Cam Copeland ’16
Global Studies Major / Managerial Economics Minor
Colby in Dijon, France (Fall 2012)
CIEE Central European Studies Prague, Czech Republic
(Fall 2015)

Before I received the information about Colby in Dijon in the middle of my senior year of high school, I honestly couldn’t have imagined when, to where, and for what purpose my first airplane flight would be. I never really had my eyes set anywhere further than Boston, which has always been easily accessible by train. Anyway, I had a sort of epiphany that I needed to take advantage of this Continue reading “Why FSA Students Should Study Abroad Again—Written by an FSA, for FSA Students by Cam Copeland 16”

October 23, 2015March 15, 2016

From Flamenco to Squares! by Josh Reed ‘17

Josh Reed ‘17
Environmental Policy
SEA Semester: Sustainability in Polynesian Island Cultures & Ecosystems
Fall 2015

Re-posted from the SEA Semester Blog SEA Currents

Today marks the first full day back at sea. After a brief delay in Cadiz, we are en route to Medeira! Before I dive too deep into talking about today, I want to back track a few days to our night out in Cadiz last Tuesday. After a long day venturing through a city thousands of years old, we came back to the ship to ready ourselves for the evening in the city. With everyone Continue reading –

10/4/15 On Our Way to Mallorca

October 23, 2015March 15, 2016

In Valle Chacabuco By Robin Lewis ’17

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.

October 16, 2015March 15, 2016

Another Day in the Pacific by Todd Manley ‘17

Todd Manley ‘17
Major: History; Minor : Managerial Economics
SEA Semester: Ocean Exploration
Fall 2015

Re-posted from the SEA Semester Blog SEA Currents

Life aboard the Robert C. Seamans is never dull. Practical jokes and unpredictable weather seem to keep everyone on their toes and in high spirits. Just yesterday Rachel was on the science deck when, unbeknownst to her, a rogue wave came and gave her a hearty salt water shower. Continue reading –

August 6, 2015March 15, 2016

You’re back! Now What?

Mandela image Welcome back! Whether you came back home last December or are just returning to campus after Jan Plan, some of you may have mixed feelings about coming back or leaving the country where you studied. Returning to the Hill, while exciting, can also be a bit of a culture shock. Continue reading “You’re back! Now What?”

July 28, 2015March 15, 2016

What To Pack, What Not To Pack? That Is The Question.

Maybe you’re starting to get excited and eager to get going? Maybe you’re feeling nervous about arriving in a new and strange place where you don’t know anyone? Or maybe it it hasn’t quite hit you yet. Continue reading “What To Pack, What Not To Pack? That Is The Question.”

July 28, 2015March 15, 2016

Welcome to Colby Around The World: The OCS blog!

We 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!”