Study Abroad Experience
Barcelona, Spain
June 2024
Last summer, I had the amazing opportunity to study abroad with the College of Information and Communication to Barcelona, Spain. I spent the month of June exploring Barcelona, and taking two classes focused on Multimedia Journalism and International Communications. It was an incredible experience, and I learned so much about journalism and about the way in which I can use my storytelling to connect with people all over the world. While there, we had multiple assignments within our groups to create articles and social media posts. The following posts were written by me about specific places that my group found in Barcelona. As well as writing these posts and editing the photos, I also worked with my group on creating a video on a topic of our choosing. My group's topic was Sweet Treats in Barcelona, and we created a video detailing the multiple different types of desserts that we found and tried. For the video, I wrote the voiceover and recorded it. I also came up with the creative ideas that were used in the editing of the video, as well as being featured in several clips used in the video.
Let your love for food bloom at Brunch It
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Bright colors, fragrant scents, and aesthetically pleasing decor are descriptions of flowers, but also descriptions of Brunch It, a small brunch place in the heart of Barcelona. The outside is reminiscent of a flower store, but the culinary creations served are anything but common. Barcelona is home to many breakfast spots, serving croissants, pastries, and other well-loved breakfast foods. Brunch It is a unique spot that is not only the perfect place to take Instagram photos, but also the perfect place to grab a quick bite, and to try new and exciting takes on classic breakfast dishes.
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All Aboard for a Night of Fun!​
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Train aficionados, Agatha Christie fans, and avid bar-hoppers, we have just the place for you. Quiet, secluded, and in the middle of sprawling Barcelona, the Orient Express is not only part of the name of a famous murder mystery, but also the name of a fantastic and fun-filled bar. With two areas for seating and drinking, the experience at the Orient Express is something completely unique that you won’t want to miss out on. While themed bars are popular in the lively nightlife of Barcelona, the Orient Express takes the idea of a theme to a whole new level, and creates an immersive atmosphere for all to enjoy. If you’re a fan of ordering without having to speak to someone, the Orient Express has found a way around that. At their larger location, a mini train will move around, bringing delicious drinks and taking orders from happy patrons. If you’re looking for a calmer, more immersive evening to truly feel like you’re on the Orient Express, look no further than across the street from their main location. Complete with conductors, tickets, and the perfect train car seats, your experience will leave you hydrated, happy, and with a new appreciation for trains. Quiet, secluded, and in the middle of sprawling Barcelona, the Orient Express is not only part of the name of a famous murder mystery, but also the name of a fantastic and fun-filled bar.
Multimedia Group Project
Throughout this experience, I worked with three other students to film, write and edit a video focusing on a topic of our choosing, which was the desserts of Barcelona. This experience allowed me to collaborate with my peers and learn new skills that allow me to express
my creativity in new ways.
