I thought that working at the University Library at IUPUI was going to be difficult for me for a few reasons: I do not consider myself to be an avid reader and my assumption was that I was going to be asked how many books I read per week in my interview (I was not… Read more »

Despite everything on Paros being centered on the evolving and ever growing tourism industry, I was struck with inspiration for this blog today while we toured the ancient ruins of Despotiko. This is an ancient temple off the coast of the island of  Antiparos and they are in the process of doing something that I… Read more »

As kids, we always get asked what we want to be when we grow up, but the other common question we seem to get is what do you want your super power to be? There tends to be a common theme of flying or strength or invisibility, but after being on the island of Paros,… Read more »

A week and half has passed since we began our adventure here on Paros. We’re weary from hard work and sore from our travels, but the hunger for new experiences rages on. So far, we’ve seen historical monuments, kayaked to a church on an island, explored the ancient quarries and we are by no means done…. Read more »

Pre-conceived – an opinion formed without adequate evidence.  As I contemplated my journey to Paros, I had a particular “pre-conceived” notion of the landscape aided by Google images.  Paros did not disappoint. However, as with many new experiences there exists an element of surprise. In my case, the warmth and openness of the Paros residents… Read more »

When I first signed up for the trip to Paros, I was extremely nervous, and had no idea what to expect. I barely knew any of the people who were going and felt that I should have gone earlier. I was extremely lucky in the fact that Albert convinced me to sign up for it…. Read more »

Not many people get the opportunity to visit a country literally halfway around the world, but that is exactly what I was given the chance to do. I’ve known many students who have studied abroad here in Paros, Greece, but never did I think I would be stepping foot in Greece. When I first heard… Read more »

Yesterday marked one week since I embarked on my journey to Paros, Greece. I prepared for this trip with relatively no expectations. Sure I would see new things, food, and people but I knew I wouldn’t be able to anticipate the feel of Paros until I arrived. I was correct in my assumption because each… Read more »

I like to think that I make friends easily. I never seemed to have a problem growing up and interacting with anyone – no matter if we had anything in common or not. I think as a child it’s easier because of school – you are surrounded by kids your own age that also like… Read more »

Throughout my time as a student and a traveler, one thing stays constant: What hangs in my mind is always the experiences I’ve had. Even now, that sentiment is holding its own and growing new roots on this tiny, Mediterranean island that barely has the same square mileage as Indianapolis within I-465. Today alone, I… Read more »