A Break from the Green

To do a little catch up, Ireland has been busy.  From spending St. Patrick’s Day in Dublin to weekend trips sight seeing, things have been hectic and exciting to say the least.  Immersing myself in the university’s curriculum has also been an experience.  Professors (whom you call solely by their first names) treat students as adults and expect your complete effort plus some.  Since learning is more in the student’s hands, it makes for a more relaxed learning environment and one is able to pull more information out and let it sink in; if they are willing that is.

As the study abroad experience is all about learning new things and getting out there, I decided what better way to spend my Spring break than a little trip around Europe.  In just a short amount of time, I have recently visited London, Amsterdam, Munich, Athens & Barcelona.  All of which were completely beautiful in their own way.  Throughout the travels very few sites were left unseen.  It was absolutely amazing to simply walk down the street and hear the different native language and experience the lively cultures.  Although most of the places I visited spoke a different primary language than English, the challenge simply emphasized the experience and gave me more of a realization of the opportunities studying abroad has enabled me.  With classes starting back up again for the last few weeks, I can only hope that the end of the semester brings more adventures and some slightly warmer weather!

Cheers!

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