Author: Amelia Gutche | Major: English | Semester: Summer 2023 Summer of 2023 I enrolled in the Medieval England study abroad program as a capstone to my Medieval Renaissance history minor. I have always had a love for old buildings, and the stories that they can...
Tesco, Tea, and The Anglo-Saxon Chronicles: A Medieval Summer in the United Kingdom
Author: Ella Nations | Major: English | Semester: Summer 2023 “Payment accepted. Thanks for shopping at Tesco,” the self-checkout stated in its pleasant female voice as I grabbed my box of Jaffa Cakes and ran with my friends in the cold, pouring rain back to our dorm,...
Summer as an Intern in Galway, Ireland!
Author: Sydney Ward | Majors: Political Science, English | Semester: Summer 2023 Over the summer, I had the opportunity to intern at Padhraic Harris & Co Solicitors in Galway, Ireland. I participated in the AIFS Global Experiences internship program where the...
Connecting at Conferences through Creative Nonfiction
Author: Olivia Schaap | Major: English | Semester: Spring 2022 Conferences are an excellent choice for the up-and-coming Honors College student, especially if you're able to find one recognizing your particular discipline. They look great on CV’s and resumes, they’re...
The Long-Lasting Benefits of an Honors Thesis
Author: Olivia Schaap | Major: English | Semester: Spring 2022 If you’re reading this, then maybe you’re considering doing an honors thesis. Or maybe you’ve already completed one! If so, congratulations! All your hard work, time, tears, and research have culminated in...
Preserving the Sounds and Stories of SoNA
Author: Eleanor Nations | Majors: English and Earth Science This past semester, I had the opportunity to work alongside Dr. Chelsea Hodge, Director of Grants and Research Innovation for the Honors College, Dr. Hancox, Director of Career Innovation for the Honors...
Learning in London
Author: Maggie Martin | Majors: English and Political Science As someone who has aspired to study abroad all of her life, I have genuinely felt like this experience has been one that I will remember forever. Choosing this program, Theatre in London, was an easy...
A Summer in the South of France
Author: Corinne Bryan | Major: English I never had the opportunity to take French lessons until I came to the UofA. When I finally began the beginner-level course my freshman year, I felt an instant connection to the language and knew I’d found a lifelong passion....
Self-Actualization in Creative Nonfiction
Author: Olivia Schaap | Major: English Olivia Schaap is an Honors College Grant recipient in the Fulbright College of Arts and Sciences, pursuing a degree in English Creative Writing. Her thesis specializes in the genre of Creative Nonfiction, and she has been...
Publishing with a Purpose
I think a really great way to find out about opportunities for internships is to let your professors know you want experience. You never know where your big connection or breakthrough will come from.