Katey Howard
Hi, I'm Katey! My favorite things include writing, reading, movie soundtracks, and playing violin and piano. I also love working with animals and have worked at a dog salon and on a farm in the past (the geese frightened me). Happy travels!
Blogs by Katey Howard
Gratitude, Goodbyes, and Going Home: A Reflection of My Time in Japan
Now that I'm back home after my study abroad in Japan, there is a lot to reflect on and appreciate. Emotions and readjusting can be complicated even after only...
Connections, Confidence, and Conclusions: My Last Week In Japan
I'm on my last few days of my Japan program and wanted to talk about some of the things I have done and how I am feeling now that the program is coming to an...
Exploring, Events, and Education: Balancing Daily Life in Japan
Now that I'm over halfway through my program, I want to talk about things I've done and things that have helped me make the most of my time here.
Firsts, Feelings, and Finding My Place Abroad
It was my first week in Japan, so I wanted to share some things I did and what helped me settle into my new schedule.
Pre-Departure, Pre-Planning, and Preconceptions: Navigating the Before
Barely a week away from leaving for the Tokyo Summer program, and I am feeling an array of emotions. Several things helped me feel more excited and steady about...