The Wild West

Our last destination will be Zion National Park in Utah. I will be traveling here with my family this summer. The western part of the United States has always piqued my interest because of its majestic natural formations. The landscape is incomparable to the forests and greenery that occupy the East Coast. I had my […]

Consequences for All

This week I want to discuss the unintended consequences of overturning Roe v. Wade. This legislation has devastating effects on women around the country, but it will also affect those who are not in the target population. The first group that will be negatively impacted by the strict regulations placed on reproductive healthcare is medical […]

Exploring the Outback

This week we are going down under. Australia is filled with natural beauty and world-renowned sites. I have never been to Australia, but I am planning on studying abroad there next spring. I am currently deciding between two universities in Sydney, Australia. I wanted to use this week’s blog as a way to research the […]

Cruising into Cambodia

This week we will be taking a long flight to visit Cambodia. The 28-hour flight might turn you away, but upon touching down in Cambodia you will be greeted by majestic temples and colorful markets. I will be traveling to Cambodia this summer as part of a Penn State Maymester. It is amazing how many […]

Knowledge is Power

The biggest gift a person can have is knowledge because it gives a person the ability to make educated decisions and view the world with a critical eye. This is very important when it comes to understanding the rights afforded to specific groups and how to fight for greater representation. Many women in this country […]

Abortion Laws Around the Country

Women’s reproductive rights sounds like an issue that would be classified as personal, but our current political climate has turned it into a community issue. This has allowed lawmakers, judges, and citizens to have an opinion on the decisions that women make concerning their reproductive health. The freedom for women to make decisions concerning their […]

Road Trip!

No need for your passport because today we are staying within the United States. Hop in the car because it’s time for a road trip to Burlington, Vermont. I traveled to Burlington in 2022 to tour the University of Vermont. The school was beautiful, but the scenery beyond the campus was breathtaking.   Our first […]

Welcome to the Jungle

The next place we will be visiting is the wild jungle of Costa Rica. I traveled to Costa Rica in the summer of 2021. This was one of my favorite trips because of the exotic wildlife and the beautiful waterfalls. We stayed at the Pacuare Lodge, which is an eco-hotel, meaning it is committed to […]

Strolling Through Santorini

Traveling has exposed me to many unique cultures, landmarks, cuisines, and people. In this blog, I will share information and highlights about trips I have taken and explore destinations I hope to visit. The first location we will visit is Santorini, Greece. In 2022, I visited Greece with my family and had the opportunity to […]