Nomadic Noles Summer 2022


letter from the program director

Ignacio Messana reflects on FSU Valencia’s 25th anniversary, which was celebrated with a local reunion. Read the article here.


By Rebeca Ferrer Dieguez

Oriana Gonçalves shares her journey to becoming a guiding light for students. Read the article in pages here; see the full page design here.


by griffin hayes

Valerie Scoon brought her teaching insights to Valencia’s summer session. Read the article in pages here; see the full page design here.

 


by natalie Clarkson

Kathleen Burnett’s Digital Storytelling course explored creativity in modern times. Read the article in pages here; see the full page design here.


by Yumarlis De Jesus

Taking Family Science Abroad students saw cultural differences, similarities in parenting. Read the article in pages here; see the full page design here.


by alexandera schaffer

Adam Gaiser and John Felkner took their courses, students to Valencia landmarks. Read the article in pages here; see the full page design here.

 


q&a with Annabel Kay Ruiz

She is a professor of research and composition, with a lifelong passion for storytelling. Read the article in pages here; see the full page design here.


by erinn lyden

Two students from different countries studying in the same location found a lifelong friendship. Read the article in pages here; see the full page design here.


BY KARINA MCCARTHY

Valencia is a chance to step beyond everything you’ve ever known. Read the article in pages here; see the full page design here.

 


Love, Valencia Style

Two couples exchanged vows in the city where they met. Read the article in pages here; see the full page design here.


By Lilliana Solovay

Ukrainian refugees find new homes and assistance from the locals in Valencia. Read the article in pages here; see the full page design here.


by sara vigne

FSU students maintain their fitness routine while taking summer courses in Valencia. Read the article in pages here; see the full page design here.

 


by marena benoit

Marena interviewed rock climbers and joined their community in Spain. Read the article in pages here; see the full page design here.


by skye fox

Sofia Sierra and Katie Weaver share their law school paths, separated by an ocean of differences. Read the article in pages here; see the full page design here.


by ella rychlik

Summer in Valencia brings a mix of festivals and various artists to the stage. Read the article in pages here; see the full page design here.

 


by clayton kolar

What are the differences between Spanish and American real estate? Read the article in pages here; see the full page design here.


by lilliana solovay

Iryna Havrylyshyn’s toy store is a hub to provide support for her Ukrainian community. Read the article in pages here; see the full page design here.


where are they now?

Nomadic Noles checked in with three former cultural program coordinators. Read the article in pages here; see the full page design here.

 


remembering covid

The pandemic caused disruptions to daily life, but IP faculty and staff persevered through the crisis. Read the article in pages here; see the full page design here.


dorm life in valencia

A brief look at the dorms, where students create a home for a summer session, a full semester, or an entire year. Read the article here.


finding home in Valencia

Where did EWM Program students find a temporary home in a new land? Just about anywhere. Read the article in pages here; see the full page design here.

 


about the contributors

Meet the 13 hardworking, creative students who filled the magazine with their engaging stories. Read the article in pages here; see the full page design here.

 

Pride celebration in Valencia; see article and photos here.