NYU Prague Student Blog
by Mary Tindall Most people look at the title of this trip with apprehension. A bison trip? What, are we just going to look at bison all day? I personally would love to do that. Anyone who knows me knows my passion for bison. I have multiple shirts featuring bison, plus my cherished stuffed … Continue reading There’s More to the Bison trip than Bison
Eighteen: The number of bridges crossing Praha’s Vltava river. That being said, Eighteen: the minimum amount of pictures that should be taken during a visit to Prague. Seems a bit excessive or over the top to take so many pictures overlooking the same river, or as millennials might say, “that’s extra!” However, I strongly … Continue reading Walking on Water
by Sara Meng With its prime location as the nearest capital city to Prague, and rich cultural offerings on its doorstep, Vienna tops the chart as the most visited destination of NYU Prague students’ first weekend this fall. While raving about all the must-visits of Vienna, it’s easy to forget about Melk Abbey just an … Continue reading Austria’s Hidden Gem – Melk Abbey
Between shelves brimming with Mandarin literature, walls filled with Chinese tapestries, and an aroma inundated with the scent of Longjing tea, Martin Kriz’s home décor is fitting as he describes his life as an African Czech using one word: different. A Chinese Translator and founder of a non-profit organization for orphaned children, Martin Kriz … Continue reading An African Czech Perspective: Difference as a Source of Empowerment
by Carmen Russo As the famous keyboard notes from Tupac’s “California Love” bounced their way through the speakers, one rapper started an aggressive freestyle while another pulled on a vape as he judged his opponent’s verses. Like most rap battles, the audience would decide the winner by cheering for their favorite. But this time, the … Continue reading A Celebration of Roma Culture in Prague
by Emily Bertha Like any normal college student, I want nothing more than to be hibernating under blankets covered in chocolate crumbs when it is below 50 degrees and raining outside. But being a normal college student, I am also broke. I wanted to go on the NYU weekend trip to Nachod to experience … Continue reading Rocks and Wet Socks: NYU Nachod Trip
by Emily Bertha Contrary to the fact that I regularly eat cheese even though I am severely lactose intolerant, I do actually want to be happy. When I signed up for the Political Prisoners trip to Jachymov, I knew it was not going to be a weekend full of lighthearted laughs and unicorns. Yet … Continue reading Uranium Revlelations: Political Prisoners Trip
by Emily Bertha Old Town Square in Prague is often known by tourists for its magnificent church, astronomical clock, restaurants, too many segways, and trdelnik (which is in fact not a “donut cone.” Culture yourself if you have not already folks, and do not believe everything a Buzzfeed article tells you). But what lurks underneath … Continue reading Underground: Tunnels Below Trdelnik
by Emily Bertha and Gabby Brooks The Czech Republic isn’t known for their healthy diet. People here drink more beer than any other country. Popular national dishes include goulash (a beef and gravy dish), roasted pork, and sausage. But recently, more and more vegetarian and vegan restaurants have been popping up around Prague. If you … Continue reading Vegetarian Food in a Meat-loving Country