I thought I'd start a blog to record my trip and to keep in touch with all of you! Next week, a friend and I will be visiting Paris for 3 days before heading to Vichy to begin our 4 week study abroad program. The program is through OU's Education Abroad office and will take place at Blaise Pascal University in Vichy, France. I will be studying French language and culture at the university.
Things I am excited for:
In June, there is a country-wide music festival in France, and Vichy is known for its participation in the festival. Everyone just hangs out in the streets listening to music and relaxing!
Also, there is a huge half-off clothing sale one weekend that I heard about from another study abroad student. I will definitely be bringing money for that!
I've been to France once before, and I absolutely loved the risotto. I can't wait to be reunited with my risotto and to try other new French foods.
Speaking the language. Because this is an immersion program, I will be staying with a host family. I can't wait to be able to have a real, out-of-the-classroom conversation in another language!
Exploring! I've seen dozens of gorgeous picture of Vichy, and I'm not even there yet! Here's a taste of what's to come!
I hope you will continue to read about my study abroad experience and respond with your thoughts, too!
Yours truly,
Alissa
Darling Girl,
ReplyDeleteBonjour, mademoiselle! This is so excellent that you've started a blog. I love reading it. I'm so glad that you've started thinking and researching about what you want to do when you're there. C'est bon! Hopefully that way you'll see and do everything that you have on your list! C'est formidable!
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