Jan Term in Oxford

The class ‘Oxford & Christian Imagination’ sent Whitworth students abroad this Jan Term to Oxford, England. Olivia Blank spoke to me about her experience

New Zealand Perspectives

New Zealand Perspectives Honors Junior Megan Hirasaki has been in New Zealand since July on a study abroad trip focusing on seeing viewpoints outside of her own. In this interview, she goes over what got her interested in studying abroad, what classes she’s taking, regional history and differences, and her favorite part so far. Megan… Continue reading New Zealand Perspectives

A Summer at Oxford

Over the summer of 2023, Kate Vaccaro undertook an intensive 4-week program at Oxford University, one of the most prestigious universities in the world.

Going to Oxford had always been one of Kate’s dreams. “As a person who loves academics, the richness of learning there has always been appealing,” she said.

Learning Middle Eastern Culture and Bible History: Jan Term in Israel and Palestine

Our time spent in the Holy Land was rich with fellowship and joy, and highlighted the beauty of diversity in which God connects with his children. Beyond the spiritual encounters we had, there was an enlightenment of knowledge and understanding that came from the Biblical sites we saw, guides we were molded by, and the history we became familiar with during fall of 2022.

Exploring the Doge’s Palace: Jan Term in Italy

For Jan Term 2023, a group of freshmen Honors students travelled to Italy. Read about their journey through the Doge Palace and exploration of it’s historic and artistic value.

The Museum of the Innocents: Jan Term in Italy

On our last day in Florence, Italy, the Honors group visited the Musuem of the Innocents, also known as the Hospital of the Innocents. A deeply emotional experience, the museum offered incredible insight as to what life might have been like for children whose families were unable to take care of them while the hospital was still in operation. Well-kept records and well-preserved artifacts were on display for all to see, telling tales of sorrowful loneliness and joyful reunions.

Real A.S Can Be, a Podcast: Jan Term in Italy

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In Jan Term 2023, a group of freshmen Honors students took a trip across Italy. Explore the journey with them through the perspective of two of the students, written in podcast format!

A Guide to the Duomo, Uffizi Gallery, and Bargello Gallery: Jan Term in Italy

For Jan Term 2023, a group of Honors freshmen explored different parts of Italy. Explore some of these galleries through the eyes of two of the students.

A Day in the Life: Jan Term in Italy

During Jan Term 2023, a group of freshmen Honors students took a trip to Italy. Part of the trip was a day spent in the Academia followed by watching a game of football (soccer). Read about the experience written by two of the students on the trip.

Experiencing the Vatican City: Jan Term in Italy

Over Jan Term, a group of Honors freshmen students took a trip across Italy to learn and grow. Read about two of those students’ experiences in the Vatican City, and how it didn’t meet many of the expectations they had set.