So for my first blog of the semester, I think it would be best to introduce myself. My name is Alyssa Tomcheck. I’m from Hazleton, Pennsylvania which is south of Scranton and about two hours north of Philadelphia. I’m a junior majoring in International Relations and minoring in Business and French. I’m an avid sports fan and love watching football, baseball, basketball, and hockey. I love going to the movies, reading books, and hanging out with my friends.
Inabout t-minus 7 weeks I will be leaving the United States and flying to Paris, France, the city I will be calling home for 4 months. I am so excited for the experience I am about to take part of. I can’t wait to learn and immerse myself in the French culture. I can’t wait to meet new friends and make memories. At first I was hesitant about studying abroad my junior year in college. I will be leaving my friends whom I love hanging out with. I will be missing my 21st birthday and most of my friends’ 21st birthday and at first, I was hesitant. But then I actually thought about it, why would I miss out on this opportunity to spend 4 months in the grand city of Paris? Paris, the city known for the Eiffel Tower, Love, great bread, great wine, and other historical landmarks. I quickly turned excited, and I filled out my application. When I was accepted into my program, it was one of the greatest moments of my life. This study abroad opportunity will open many new doors for experiences I have never thought were possible, and these experiences I will be very happy to share with you through this blog throughout my time in Paris.
Location: State College, Pennsylvania
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You have a lot of the same emotions and feelings that I had. But you’re right, as hard as it is to leave Penn State behind for a semester we have so many amazing and unparalleled opportunities ahead of us! Have a blast in Paris!
You have a lot of the same emotions and feelings that I had. But you’re right, as hard as it is to leave Penn State behind for a semester we have so many amazing and unparalleled opportunities ahead of us! Have a blast in Paris!