When I began to consider studying abroad, I felt so lucky that one of my best friends, Becca, was also planning to study abroad at St Mary’s University in Twickenham, England. The idea of crossing the ocean for a semester seemed so daunting to me at first, and having the security of another friend there […]
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Excursions in England: Becoming Immersed in My Host-Country
One of the most important urgings I heard before beginning my study abroad semester was to take the time to explore my “home-base” city and country. Luckily for me, studying in such proximity to London has made travelling to other parts of England extremely accessible and easy. A quick train ride away lie dozens of […]
The Classroom to the Palace: A Day at Hampton Court
When it came time for me to complete the course selection process for my semester at St Mary’s University in Twickenham, London, England, I was immediately drawn to a history course entitled “Tudor Queenship.” Would I ever have the chance to take an entire class on the lives and legacies of Tudor queens at any […]