Hello all, my name is Jaiden Johnson, a junior attending Goucher College. My majors are communications and creative writing with a minor in Spanish. I am an “A” student, RA and editor for the student newspaper and literary magazine.

I came to Goucher looking to expand my horizons as both a writer and a language student, and the study abroad requirement offers that in spades. I was accepted into an Intensive Course Abroad (ICA) program called Discourse of Independence: Exploring the Freedom Trails of Spain. By the grace of God, I will be spending three weeks in Barcelona, Spain this summer. This ICA is an opportunity for me to not just further my education and ability, but immerse myself in a new culture and foreign history.

The cost of the program with travel, workshops, room and board is $7,500. I received a scholarship of $3,000, but the remaining $4,500 falls on my family and me to cover. I am also estimating another $600 for incidentals. So, I am seeking my community’s help! That’s the reason for this Go Fund Me page.

But I am seeking not just financial support, I ask for your prayers for safety and guidance during my time in Spain. I appreciate your prayers and financial support. Thank you all!