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Korean
Tabula Rasa
Prior to my summer abroad in Gwangju, South Korea, I studied linguistics during my junior year. We learned about language acquisition and the theory of empiricism, or tabula rasa (Latin for “blank slate”). The theory, in brief, stated that we are born with a “blank slate” and acquire language through… Read More
Arabic
“This is Morocco, Plans Change”
“This is Morocco, Plans Change” “So, when do we eat?” I found myself asking this question frequently—in my head, of course. So, what’s the answer? Probably much later than you would think. While every host family is different, Moroccans generally view time in a different light. There are two… Read More
Korean
Alumni Spotlight: Isabella Turilli Named Rhodes Scholar
NSLI-Y Korean Alumna Isabella Turilli was recently awarded the Rhodes Scholarship. The Rhodes Scholarship is the oldest and most competitive international scholarship and is awarded to approximately 30 individuals annually. The scholarship selects promising young people from around the world who demonstrate integrity, leadership, character, intellect and a commitment to… Read More
Russian
Alumni Spotlight: Isabella Baker Reflects on her Journey from NSLI-Y to Fulbright
NSLI-Y alumna Isabella Baker has continued her Russian language study and engagement. Isabella is an alumna of the 2016 Russian Summer Program in Chisinau, Moldova. Upon completion of her program, Isabella attended American University, where she received a Bachelor of Arts in International Affairs with a minor in Russian Language… Read More
Korean
Alumni Spotlight: How NSLI-Y Impacted Vanessa Rogers-Wright
My language learning journey started pretty early on. When I was twelve, my best friend introduced me to the world of Korean pop culture. I became a huge fan and, before I knew it, my afternoons were characterized by watching new music videos from my favorite groups and catching up… Read More
Anecdotes Abroad: Liam and Smythe Share Stories from India and Indonesia
Liam’s Summer in India When I first thought about the fact that I was going to be traveling to India, I was immediately seized by the thought of making friends in a completely new place who would have a completely different perspective of me than my friends from home. Read More
