We are Here

I have flaunted the words "study abroad" since I gave my first tour, since I first told people I was coming to Furman. I told other peoples' stories. Now, we are here. The expectations that previous classes have set for us are no more. We get to set our own expectations and surpass them. We get to make our own stories. Brussels Fall 2014-let's go.

Furman has taught us to 'engage.' This is the most engaging. Those Parliamentary committee meetings I simulated in class are coming to life. I walk into work and as different languages fly off of each tongue, I try to piece together meetings to understand that the EU is making decisions and arguing real conflicts right in front of me.

I ordered a meal in French. I had to ask where to find a food item in the grocery store. We practiced all of those things in French class. Who would have guessed I would ever use those phrases?

More importantly though, I am here to explore and have fun and understand a new culture. I am here to learn. Hopefully we will adequately document some of our impressions, our experiences, and our stories in order for you to share with us in this adventure!

Day Trips to Bruge

Here's to more ice cream

-Katherine Boda