Katie CappellinoinFSU Gap Year FellowsReflectionsToday’s society teaches us that we have to “grow up” as quickly as we can. That we need to go to college in 3 years now instead of 4, so…Jul 5, 2019Jul 5, 2019
Katie CappellinoinFSU Gap Year FellowsTips to the Student Thinking About Taking a Gap Year:GO FOR IT- This one’s pretty simple. I have had many people over this past year say to me, “Wow, I wish I could do what you’re doing,” and…May 22, 2019May 22, 2019
Katie CappellinoinFSU Gap Year FellowsThreads of PrideOne of the defining characteristics of the Mayan culture are the trajes tradicionales, or the traditional clothing, that are worn. The…May 1, 2019May 1, 2019
Katie CappellinoinFSU Gap Year FellowsA Study in StrengthFrom the time I left home, I have been extremely blessed to not have lacked a community of uplifting, strong individuals who make being on…Mar 5, 2019Mar 5, 2019
Katie CappellinoinFSU Gap Year FellowsProgressing Toward my GoalsHow are you progressing toward your goals? Do you need to adjust your goals in anyway? What steps will you take moving forward?Feb 9, 2019Feb 9, 2019
Katie CappellinoinFSU Gap Year FellowsChanging PerspectivesTraveling and experiencing new cultures expands our perspectives and helps to shape our worldview. I believe it is impossible to not be…Dec 3, 20181Dec 3, 20181
Katie CappellinoinFSU Gap Year Fellows“What is something that has surprised you about your gap year experience?Initially, as I pondered this question and began to brainstorm things that I could write about, I struggled to come up with something. I…Nov 2, 20181Nov 2, 20181
Katie CappellinoinFSU Gap Year FellowsBreaking BarriersI thrive on being around people and love connecting with others on a deeper level. I love hearing people’s stories and learning about the…Oct 1, 20181Oct 1, 20181
Katie CappellinoinFSU Gap Year FellowsBlog #3- A Day in the LifeThroughout my gap year, I am working with a non-profit organization called Porch de Salomon, based here in Panajachel, Guatemala. They…Sep 1, 20181Sep 1, 20181
Katie CappellinoinFSU Gap Year FellowsBlog #2- Goals for the YearIt would be nearly impossible to express all that I hope to accomplish and learn over this year in a single blog post, however I have found…Aug 2, 20181Aug 2, 20181