Hi again from Down Under! Things have really been ramping up lately—class workload is getting heavier, my internship is getting more involved, and my friendships are getting stronger. I’ve really settled into the groove of a weekly routine. My weekends are spent exploring in and around the Sydney area, and my weeks are spent in…
Tag: Sydney
Starting New in Sydney
Hey! My name is Adi Mitchell and I am a current sophomore in the Frederick Honors College studying Marketing and Supply Chain Management with certificates in Public and Professional Writing and Sustainability. Outside of classes and extracurriculars, I love to go on hikes, run, and play the piano—really anything that keeps me moving! Studying abroad…
The Land Down Under
Hi Guys! My name is Eric and I’m currently abroad in Sydney, Australia. I know, it sounds so crazy that I’m 10000 miles away from the States. This is week 2 for me and I still can’t believe I’m here. A little about me, I’m from Queens, NYC. I’m currently a Senior at the University…
Lessons Beyond Sydney
It is truly bittersweet that my time in Sydney is over. I had an amazing, enriching experience that I will remember for the rest of my life. From seeing places like the Great Barrier Reef and the Blue Mountains, to meeting local Australians and students from across the United States, this program has exceeded my…
My “Wow” Moment in Sydney
Looking back, my first “wow” moment happened almost immediately after arriving in Sydney. After 24 hours of traveling, it had finally hit me that study abroad was beginning, and that I was in a new place with people I had never met before. The nerves had not really hit me before because I had no…
Navigating Aussie Culture
Approaching the halfway point of my trip is very bittersweet. I have met some great people and seen some great beaches, including Bondi Beach, Coogee Beach, and Seven Mile Beach. I’ve definitely adjusted to the time difference, though it has been difficult to stay in touch with people from home. I even got to celebrate…
Goals for Sydney
Hi! My name is Tessa Muldowney, and I am a rising junior honors student in the College of Business Administration. I am pursuing a double major in Human Resources Management and Business Information Systems, with a certificate in Leadership and Ethics. I am very excited and thankful for the opportunity to participate in the Global…
Navigating The Language “Barrier”
Coming to Australia has been a huge change, especially the language they speak here. Just kidding, part of the reason I chose here was that they speak primarily English… just on the complete opposite side of the globe. That said, I quickly learned that “English” doesn’t mean “the same English.” Australians have a whole vibe…
Enjoying Nature: Blue Mountains
This past weekend marked my fourth weekend in the beautiful country of Australia, and we explored a new location, just two hours from Sydney. The program and I got the privilege to visit a wildlife preserve and also experience the beauty of the Blue Mountains, Sydney’s most known national park. This is a must see…
See Ya ‘Mate
What surprised me the most about my study abroad trip was how easily I adjusted. The culture in Sydney, Australia is heavily influenced by the UK and the US. I was surrounded by a variety of resources, including my friends and CEA CAPA staff. In addition, since everything is in English, everything was very straightforward. …