Hello! Lauren here, with a reflection back on my 2 weeks spent in Ireland during the month of May. My program, Cultural Immersion in Ireland, consisted of largely outside the classroom experiences that allowed us to engage with the Irish land, culture, and people. In both Dublin and Galway, we experienced walking tours through the…
Author: Lauren
Hello! I'm Lauren Deaton from Cincinnati, OH. I am a rising senior studying English Literature and Media & Professional Communications, with a minor in Film and certificates in Children's Literature and Public & Professional Writing. When I graduate in 2026, I am hoping to attend graduate school to continue my studies with literature.
The Gift of Galway
Hello! Lauren back again with my biggest a-ha moment of my time spent abroad in Ireland! The first 5 days of my trip were spent in Dublin, which although it has stark differences from home–being cleaner and more walkable, still feels very similar to a mid-size American city. The city was still filled with tourists,…
Off to Ireland!: A First Step Abroad
*Written just before leaving for Ireland on May 10th, includes pictures from my departure and arrival As the days grow nearer for my trip to Ireland, I feel myself becoming both more excited and more nervous. This will not only be my first trip to Ireland, but my first trip abroad, my first time on…