Zamiya Jean standing on a balcony
The author.
  • As an NYU student, I've been able to study abroad in Florence and Paris.
  • In Italy, I experienced racism, and in Paris, I struggled to fit in. 
  • I still love traveling and will study abroad again next semester.

From a young age, I was interested in traveling the world.

During my family trips throughout the US as a kid, I took time to explore the uniqueness of each place. I watched how the people interacted with each other and how their lifestyles fit into the composition of each city.