College Study Abroad Blog
Active Filters:
Repeal of 377 - Queer in India (Part 1 - Celebration)
I remember when same-sex marriage was legalized in the United States, how my friend happened to be in Washington DC stumbling upon the celebration commencing, how so many people were... keep reading
Learn to cook and eat Indian food with hands
Indians love to eat varieties of food and cooks delicious food too. Food in India is as diverse as its culture. Taste, texture and ingredients of the food differ from... keep reading
Finding ground, Remembering essence
I have been here now for over a month. I don’t flinch as much from car horns. I know exactly how fast I need to walk to get to campus... keep reading
Local festival of Hyderabad - Bonalu
India is popular for its colorful festivals and traditions. Such rich traditions and festivals are part of Hyderabad too. Historical monuments, IT technology, local bazzars, food, modern & traditional lifestyle... keep reading
Love Letter on a Late Night Bus
a poem by Allie schultz On every wheel-turned inch, I ask what I can give the roads before they leave me. Into the gravel past my back, I see enough... keep reading
Experiences End, But Memories Last Forever: Our Final Months in Pictures
Seeing this semester come to a close is bittersweet. In the past four months we have made great memories and great friends; it’ll be hard to leave Hyderabad behind. But... keep reading
The Journey So Far: A Photo Timeline
Shilparanam: To kick off our stay in Hyderabad, we spent our first day in the city shopping at Shilparanam market. From paddle boats, to market vendors, to sculpture gardens, and... keep reading
The Wonders of Traveling Through Hyderabad
I put on my favorite kurta and ate a delicious breakfast of sweet rice, tea with sugar, and coconut chutney with dosas made by my host mom. Grabbing my bag... keep reading
Traveling in India: A Guide
Resources for planning trips in India General Travel in India: makemytrip.com Flights: Indigo and Vistara (note: both of these offer student discounts on their websites). Buses: redbus.in I personally didn’t... keep reading
Book Review: The Journey Home by Radhanath Swami
and a reflection on time spent in India When coming to India a big goal of mine was to get back into reading, for me. This is something that I... keep reading
On “Finding Yourself” in India
I want to dispel one major myth about studying abroad: no matter what anyone has claimed, you will not “find yourself” when you travel. If Pinterest bloggers and Eat, Pray... keep reading
Three Floors, One Home
I wake up from my nap. My phone is playing the classic radar tone and buzzing next to my throbbing head. Where am I again? I look around the unfamiliar... keep reading
Songs at Shopcom
Suparna’s voice forces most everyone to listen. Our spot of choice is the third roof on South Shopcom— the one off to the side with the art covering the walls... keep reading