Travel Writers
Colby Holtz
University of Nebraska-Lincoln
Dublin, Ireland
I’m Colby Holtz, a criminology student at the University of Nebraska-Lincoln working as a compliance consultant intern in the legal department of an auditing/cybersecurity firm in Dublin this summer. I hope to continue onto law school after graduation with the intention of becoming a defense attorney. My passions include indigenous, labor, immigrant, and human rights as well as self-determination, equity, and political activism.

Carter Henderson
Kansas State University
Barcelona, Spain
Hi. My name is Carter Henderson. I am from Overland Park, Kansas, and just finished my sophomore year at Kansas State University. I’m studying finance with a minor in Spanish. I have three brothers. For fun, I like to spend time with my family/friends, go out, watch movies, run, read, travel, watch/play sports, listen to music, and chill outside.

Perspectives Writers
Vivian Mergler
Eastern Michigan University
Florence, Italy
Ciao! My name is Vivian Mergler, and I’m from Dexter, Michigan. I’m currently a junior at Eastern Michigan University, where I’m studying Interior Design and Construction Management. I’m also a proud member of Sigma Kappa sorority! In my free time, I love exploring new places, capturing moments through photography, and immersing myself in music and art. I’m incredibly excited to be studying abroad in Florence this summer – it’s such a dream come true, and I can’t wait to share my adventures with all of you!

Claire Weiss
Longwood University
London, England
Hello! My name is Claire, and I’m a rising junior at Longwood University in Virginia. I am studying English and Secondary Education, with a minor in Children’s Literature. I’m thrilled to be studying abroad in London. I can’t wait to explore bookshops and literary landmarks, and I look forward to drinking a lot of tea!

