Blarney Castle, Cork, and Galway

This weekend got off to a rough start on Friday because I felt seriously ill and almost abandoned the idea of going on the university-sponsored day trips this weekend. Luckily, by Saturday, I was feeling 100% again so I was able to go. The University of Limerick is determined to ensuring that they give international …

First Week of Modules

Last Monday, I finally started all of my modules (classes) for this semester! Luckily, I only have to take four modules so I'm hoping it'll be a fairly light course-load. Originally, I was going to take an Introduction to Irish Music and Dance module but, when I got accepted into my practicum module, I had …

My First Week in Ireland

Last week was honestly such an overwhelming whirlwind of trying to find my orientation sessions and getting everything I needed for the next week. Luckily, since I arrived on the Monday, Tuesday was a relaxed day with a coffee meet-and-great for all the other non-EU exchange students. UL also organized a shuttle to take us …

The Adventure Begins!

For as long as I can remember, I have dreamed about studying abroad and living in another country. It still feels absolutely surreal that I’m actually in Ireland and that this will be my life for the next 5 months! The day I left was a bit of a whirlwind but I’m just grateful to …