Program: WIP Universidad Complutense de Madrid, Spring
Brody’s Major: Honors in the Liberal Arts, Neurobiology, Spanish
What challenges or barriers did you face as you prepared to go abroad and/or during your time abroad? How did you work through them?
I faced the challenges of traveling and navigating a novel environment and language. The best way to take all of this on is one day at a time and by asking for help. Being okay with feeling like a fool is key to growth.
My proudest moment is overcoming the challenges of learning in Spanish at the University of Complutense. The path of most resistance was so rewarding and I learned and grew so much as a Spanish speaker and person.
What is a custom, food or tradition from your host country that you are taking forward?
I am making gazpacho, a refreshing tomato-based drink, using my “abuela’s” recipe from Spain!
What did you learn about yourself or the world because of your experience?
I learned how different we are but also how similar we are to the rest of the world.