I really surprised. I quite enjoy having an actual roommate (I say actual because I had a roommate at home, but we only shared a house... not a room). Her name is Kristin, she is from Norway and she's funny. We both sleep pretty heavily and I don't know. I just really like her.
This whole experience is just interesting. I think that the students here are probably much more informed in general knowledge than those back home. The degrees also seem to be more specialised. I think lack of access to technology has more of an effect on academic quality than anything.
However, my unit (archaeology) actually seems to be quite full of very current thinkers. My favorite lecturer by far is Dr. Segobye. She's gotten me really interested in the issues of Heritage Management. Something I would never have studied if not for coming here.
Study abroad is an opportunity that shouldn't be missed. I was always aware of the buffer we have as American's, but honestly immersing yourself in another culture is such a rich and rewarding experience. Every student should have this opportunity... it should be on everyone's bucket list!
Hi Kat,
ReplyDeleteSorry for doing this here but i need your help. You dont know me but you mentioned that your housemate is Norwegian. I am currently applying for uni in Norway. I would very much like to ask your housemate some questions about the country (if she is interested). Please ask her to email me :
milanodeland at gmail.com
I promise this is not spam or anything like that. My interest is purely to augment my web based knowledge of Norway and its schools.