This episode recounts the pivotal events of 1990 through the lens of a Norwegian scholar transitioning into the burgeoning field of online distance education. Set against a backdrop of global political shifts and the birth of the World Wide Web, the narrative tracks the author’s move to Penn State University to pursue doctoral studies under the mentorship of Michael G. Moore. It details the practical challenges of international relocation, such as mastering a new language and navigating cultural differences, while highlighting the technological milestones of the era, including early notebook computers and modems. The author describes the creation of DEOS, one of the first digital academic journals, and recounts influential interactions at global conferences in Canada and Venezuela. Ultimately, the source serves as a personal and professional memoir of a transformative year that shaped the future of flexible learning through computer-mediated communication.