Part 8: Loving London
If you haven't done so, check out the beginning of my journey: Part 1: First Day Jitters in Amsterdam Part 2: Surviving the First Week Part...
Jessica Manly (Augustana ‘21)
Jessica Manly (Augustana ‘21)
I am passionate about making others happy, problem-solving, and leading others to success with strong communication skills, ambitiously taking the initiative, and am adaptable to new situations. I am currently pursuing a Bachelor's Degree in English and Communication Studies and Associate's Degrees in Multimedia Journalism and Mass Communication as well as Classical Studies. Life is not always easy, but our perseverance and vulnerability help guide us to success.
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Part 7: Medieval Times in Ghent
If you haven't done so, check out the beginning of my journey: Part 1: First Day Jitters in Amsterdam Part 2: Surviving the First Week Part...
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Part 6: Tricky Texel
Oh Texel, you were such a problem child. Although my time at Texel was short, it did not go without its moments.
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Feeling Disconnected
Feeling like you aren't yourself? You are not alone.
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When the Stress Becomes Too Much
Homework and writing too many papers Pledging and late nights Cramps and craving sweets Oh the joy The constant weight on my shoulders...
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5 Reasons Why Being Single is Awesome
The season of love is here! And it is full of red, pink, hearts, and anything with "love" on it. If you are in a relationship, it is a time...
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Part 5: Old Art and a Freaky Robot
If you haven't done so, check out the beginning of my journey: Part 1: First Day Jitters in Amsterdam Part 2: Surviving the First Week Part...
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Part 4: Taking in the Culture
If you haven't done so, check out the beginning of my journey: "Part 1: First Day Jitters in Amsterdam" "Part 2: Surviving the First Week...
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Part 3: Farm Life and Hague Life
If you haven't done so, check out the beginning of my journey: "Part 1: First Day Jitters in Amsterdam" "Part 2: Surviving the First Week"...
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Part 2: Surviving the First Week
If you haven't done so, check out the 1st part of my story "Part 1: First Day Jitters in Amsterdam." The first day anywhere new is...
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Part 1: First Day Jitters in Amsterdam
Wonder what it's like to study abroad? Don't worry. Let me enlighten you with my experience.
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Finals Freakout
Frantic students typing on keyboards And professors grading assignments. Hearts pump faster Hoping to pass their classes. Cries of...
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Rush Season at Augustana
Rushing is stressful, but rewarding. THERE IS A BIT OF SWEARING IN THE ARTICLE IF YOU ARE NOT CONFORTABLE WITH IT.
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Pros and Cons of Semester Transition
Most of (if not all) the students and faculty of Augustana College know that the school will be transitioning from trimesters into...
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My Chicago Tradition
I love Christmas because it is the time of year when my family comes together and I love the joyful feeling that I get from it. One of my...
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How to Have Fun If You're Not a Winter Person
Winter is fast approaching with the snow falling well before Thanksgiving Day. I love the holidays as much as the next person, but I do not...
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A Poem For Your Troubles
As life continues to move forward, I feel stuck. College has been a dream, how can a dream be scary? Homework. Tests. Friends. Family...
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When Your Friend is at Their Limit
Arriving on a college campus is stressful enough with trying to figure out your classes, clubs, and other activities, but it becomes more...
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No One Cares, So Why Should You?
When you feel like the biggest idiot in the world, you're not.
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Summer's Over, Now What?
Oh, how I wish summer was still here! I already miss the nice summer days where you can lie out in the sun and do absolutely nothing. You...
