The Quindecim

The independent student newspaper at Goucher College

Kalee LaPointe

Visiting Dublin, Ireland? 5 things You Must Do

With sweeping landscapes of lush, green grass mixed in with the lively energy of a big city, Dublin, Ireland is a must-see when traveling Europe. I had dreamed of visiting Ireland for as long as I could remember, so while…

Thinking of Studying Abroad? Read this.

Studying abroad is an important part of your education here at Goucher. Despite the fact that everyone does it, studying abroad often comes with a lot of questions. From “Where should I study abroad?” to “How do I choose a…

Welcome to the Mother City   

South Africa was never somewhere I had on my travel list. It wasn’t somewhere I always dreamed of going or even a place I knew much about. And that’s exactly why I went. I was craving something different, something unexpected….

What’s the Deal with Living Off-Campus?

To live on campus or to live off campus? That’s the real question. Chances are if you’re a student at Goucher, you’ve probably noticed that living off-campus doesn’t seem to be all that common. Most Goucher students spend all four…

It’s All Greek to Me

The author on top of the acropolis. Photo Credit: Kalee LaPointe Learning a new language is tough. Well, for me it is at least. I’ve grown up around Spanish since I was born and have even taken 3 years of it…

Was Greece What I Expected?

As I sat in Goucher’s study abroad office as a freshman in college listening to the tour guides explain the various programs offered, I was completely enthralled by the large map that hung on the wall opposite me. It had…