New Honors Spotlight episode just dropped!

This one’s all about studying abroad—featuring MTSU Honors students Ariel Nicastro and Taylor Tims.

• Ariel (Buchanan Fellow + Gilman Scholar) just got back from Canada, where she studied religious diversity.
• Taylor (Buchanan Transfer Fellow) went all the way to Brazil for hands-on archaeology in the Amazon rainforest.

They talk about:
• First impressions of new cultures
• How the experience shifted their academic goals
• The real challenges (like language barriers + culture shock)
• Tips for scholarships and funding

If you’ve thought about studying abroad—or just wonder what it’s really like—this episode has some honest takes and solid advice.

🎧 Available on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, iHeartRadio, and YouTube.

Take a listen and maybe spark your own adventure!