My Journey at Wesleyan University
My Journey at Wesleyan University
May 11, 2025 My Polish heritage is the root of my identity. Every ancestor of mine spoke Polish, and I see it as my responsibility to carry that legacy forward. I grew up in a bilingual household, and over the years, my primary method of keeping my skills alive has been speaking with family. I try as often as I …
This piece in Italian is a personal reflection on identity, faith, and migration, told through the imagined question: Who would I have been if I had been born somewhere else? It traces my family’s journey across three countries, Poland, Israel, and the United States, and explores how each place, and under each “sun,” brought different forms of hope and hardship. …
This piece in Italian reflects on my personal relationship with language and how different languages have shaped who I am. From growing up speaking only Polish as a child in Chicago, to the difficult transition into English, and later discovering joy and connection through Italian and Portuguese, each language carries a unique emotional weight. Some remind me of family and …
This reflection recounts my first day in Salvador, Brazil, a city full of culture, warmth, and unforgettable energy. From the early morning departure and long flight with friends to exploring the beaches of Rio Vermelho and trying local foods like acarajé and tapioca, every moment felt rich with new experiences. The food, music, and spirit of the city left a …
