I met with Dr. Schneibel, the head of the Language and Literature department at Maryville yesterday because Dortmund finally posted the classes that they are offering for Summer Semester. I was so excited because now I can seriously start considering what classes I want to take when I get there because I know what I am choosing from, but I was also nervous because I didn't know which (if any) classes would transfer back as the classes that I need for my major. Thankfully, Dr. Schneibel was very reassuring. We found a class that can definitely substitute as a 19th century literature class and I still need two electives, so I can just pick any two literature classes that I want and count them as electives. It's nice to know that transferring my classes back next semester should actually be quite easy.
Four of the other students at Maryville who are studying abroad have started their blogs, and I've really enjoyed reading them. It's nice to hear their stories, and I'm am encouraged to know that things are going well for them. It is also feels a little surreal because I've been through the classes with them, I've talked to them about planning for our trips, and I've counted down days with them, and now they are gone enjoying their study abroad experience. I have to admit that I am a little jealous. I am tired of waiting and I want to go to Germany! I will admit, however, that it is useful to be the last one to leave, especially as everyone starts posting the things that they forgot. :-D If you want to learn about their adventures, you can check out their blogs as well:
*Sam is studying in Italy: saminitaly.blogspot.com
*Chelsea is in La Reunion (a French island off of Africa): stateofreunion.blogspot.com
*Heather is in the Czech Republic: czechyesjuliet.blogspot.com
*Courtney is in Finland: studyinginfinland.blogspot.com
Well, that's really all I have to say...I can't wait to leave so I can write something interesting.
Tschüss!
2 comments:
Oh girlie!!! Soak up every second of it, because it moves to quickly! Everything good or bad is actually good, and you'll learn from everything. For example, I learned that in Reunionaise culture just the other day, its not polite to turn down rum-soaked island fruit. Shucks. :)
Things I TOTALLY think you should bring with: your favorite book in English (and German, if you have it), a pack of cards or Uno, movies, and all of your personal toiletries- chances are you can't find just what you want. For example: loofas are 5 Euros here. 5 Freaking Euros. You can guess I'm going loofa-free for 5 months. I'll let you know more when I can.
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Hey Danielle,
I figured I would give you a few tips since Germany and CR are so close geographically (I imagine a lot of things are similar, too)
*Bring lots of toiletries! I brought enough for the whole time (also it takes up lots of suitcase room, meaning when I go back, I'll have more room for souvenirs!) but also, everything is different!
*a lot of girls have had to buy blow dryers. i don't know if that's your thing or not, but you may want to consider whether you want to purchase one here or bring one along...
*i was told we needed to bring a towel, but i forgot and was able to easily buy a couple really cheap ones here. if you want to use that suitcase space for something else, just a thought..
*DEFINITELY bring a favorite reading book. bookstores abound, but i have yet to see any english books. also, they are VERY expensive
*don't forget a couple converters!
That's all so far. I've been able to find a lot of things I've forgotten for pretty cheap. I did bring a few kinds of my favorite candy (reese's!) to share but also for when my cravings get unbearable. And also a few holiday items (valentines candies, a couple easter eggs) just to share american traditions with everyone else.
Good luck and enjoy your last few weeks it FLIES by! OH also, the flight to Frankfurt is long - I would suggest a couple Tylenol PM. I took two right as I got on the plane and slept the whole flight, no problem. :)
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