My name is Amanda Flick. I am a life science major with a minor in French and psychology. I just finished my junior year at University Park, and I am study abroad in Besancon, France. I just received my first email from my host family. I cannot wait to meet them.

I am nervous that, when I get off the airplane, I will be completely lost. I am afraid that I will not be able to communicate enough to get where I need to go. I am sure this is normal and as long as I do not think about it, I’m fine. I am arriving in Paris a day before I meet up with others traveling to Besancon so hopefully I will get over most of my nervousness by then.

I hope this trip will make me more outgoing and social. I want to learn the language and travel to surround countries. I want to explore and experience new things. I want to make new friends and enjoy everything the program has to offer.

Location: Egg Harbor Township, New Jersey