Cheers! Also known as the most popular saying you’ll hear in Ireland. I have moved in, chosen my courses, and adjusted to the lifestyle over here at Maynooth University. While this is the smallest university in Ireland, it is four times the size of Rollins College. As I meet people on campus, I have developed…
Arriving in Newcastle
This semester, I have been studying at the University of Newcastle in Australia since mid-July and have been loving every second of it. I am lucky enough to have been able to come on this adventure abroad with my two best friends, Mirabella and Tiarnach, as well, which has made the experience that much better….
London: Home away from Home
I have grown accustom to London and its many quirks of public transport, crossing streets, and being okay with splurging on hot chocolate every now and then. I’m coming down to the wire in London and I’m doing my best to cross off things on my “Sights to see” list everyday as I am running…
My final goodbye
I am currently sitting on the airplane going from Houston to Newark. What a ride it has been and I am so upset having to leave, but excited about my incredible experience abroad. I have been traveling for over 26 hours and I am exhausted. Yesterday morning, I caught a shuttle to the Dunedin Airport…
The Last Few Days
There are only 18 days left of my time in Rome. I am pretty unsure how this is the case, but as my time in ending I am making sure to appreciate every day more than the last. It is hard to believe it is coming to an end because I still have a trip…
Back Stateside
Although it felt surreal to officially be done with my semester abroad (especially finishing in early November), it finally came time to head back to the US and reunite with family and friends. In reflection upon my first blog post, I regret to say that my position has changed in a not-so-great way. I had…
Final month of adventure
What a month! Getting back from my semester break had a hard start. The first week I had three of my papers due so I was very busy and had no time to relax. I was glad that I had the break in Fiji for sure. However, after that week the rest of the month…
Last thoughts: I will miss you, New Zealand
The last month before coming home was bittersweet. Since there was a month long final exam period and my exams were spread out I was not able to go travel for long periods. Instead I was able to do day trips or weekend trips. This was the month I had to prioritize my academics most…
Perspective Through Identity
After spending a semester abroad in Argentina my position of the country has changed from my original thoughts. Before going to Argentina, I didn’t know what to expect, I had no idea where Buenos Aires was or what the city was like and had to offer. I thought that I would be going to this…
Back in the States
I have been in the US for almost a week now and it has been great to be able to see all my friends and family during this Thanksgiving break. I think it is most definitely safe to say that an individuals identity has a lot of influence on their global experience. I can easily say…