Jamie Rudd

I'm a member of the Class of 2017 majoring in English and anthropology. Originally from a small town in Oregon, I'm currently the Community Service Chair of the Students Helping Honduras service group and presentation editor of the Campus Times newspaper.

jrudd@u.rochester.edu

RECENT POSTS

The Anatomy of a Chaotic Semester

It’s here. The end of spring semester is upon us and somehow (likely due to the fact that I stretched myself a bit too thin this term), I’ve gone three months…

Post Study Abroad: Moving Forward Without Leaving Behind

January 12, 2016

It’s been nearly three weeks since my study abroad program ended and I said goodbye to Thailand. Since then, there have been plenty of joyous moments that go along with…

“Life-Changing” Doesn’t Even Begin to Cover It

December 7, 2015

Before I arrived in Thailand for my semester abroad, I had only a vague understanding of the program I was about to embark on. Sure, I’d read over the short…

The Perks of Learning Thai in Thailand

November 4, 2015

Over the past two and a half months, I have come to deeply appreciate many aspects of my study abroad program. As a participant in the Thailand-based CIEE Khon Kaen…

Five Unexpected Experiences I’ve Had Studying Abroad in Thailand

October 14, 2015

When I decided to spend a semester in Thailand, I had a few vague expectations for my trip. I knew that I’d probably eat some bugs, get caught in a…

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My Summer as an Urban Fellow

August 27, 2015

As I set out for a semester abroad, my summer has officially come to an end. But oh, what a wonderful summer it was—full to the brim with engaging learning…

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Vocational Bliss: My Summer Internship at Writers & Books

August 17, 2015

I fell in love with Writers & Books the moment I stepped foot onto 740 University Avenue. Located in the heart of Rochester’s Neighborhood of the Arts, the building is…

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Kicking Off a Summer in Rochester

It’s now been over a month since I finished finals and summer 2015 is in full swing. After a couple stressful weeks of studying and paper writing, I headed back…

Study Abroad: Finding the Perfect Program

For years I’ve dreamed of studying abroad—the time when I’d get to live somewhere completely new, immerse myself in a culture different than my own, learn about the unique complexities…

Extracurriculars

Students Helping Honduras: Doing Extraordinary Things at Rochester and Beyond

A little over a month ago I sat down at my computer and attempted to write this blog. I had just returned from my spring break service trip with Rochester’s…

5 Reasons Why I Love My On-Campus Housing

January 22, 2015

Now halfway through my second year at Rochester, I’m pleased to report that it has thus far been even better than my first. I’ve learned how to better balance my…

Rochester Makes College Affordable for Veterans and Military Families

November 28, 2014

During a recent conversation with my financial aid advisor, I was reminded was once again of how lucky I am to be at a school that is so accommodating to…