From France, to wherever you’re reading, hello. To introduce Aix-en-Provence, I must first introduce your narrator. Picture a little girl in brown pigtails. You know, just a typical eight year old, who likes fairies and… More
Introducing Izzy Hedrick
What is/are your major(s)?
Psychology
What is/are your minor(s)?
Communication Studies
What is the name of your study abroad program?
In what city & country is your study abroad program located?
Chiang Mai, Thailand
What is something you would like the blog readers to know about you that they wouldn’t know by just looking at you?
I am naturally a shy and introverted person. This was a huge jump for me, but definitely worth it.
What is one thing that you are most anticipating about your study abroad experience?
Making new friends and taking Eastern style classes.
Why did you decide to study abroad? or What inspired you to study abroad?
Wanting to experience something new and knowing this is a once in a lifetime opportunity.
Introducing Marley Flanagan
What is/are your major(s)?
Political Science & Journalism Studies
What is the name of your study abroad program?
IAU France: Humanities, Social Sciences, Business, & International Relations
In what city & country is your study abroad program located?
Aix-en-Provence, France
What is something you would like the blog readers to know about you that they wouldn’t know by just looking at you?
I love being on the go and trying new things!
What is one thing that you are most anticipating about your study abroad experience?
I’m anticipating my study abroad to have a lot of affordable travel around France and Europe. From past travel experience, I’ve learned the most efficient ways to travel on a budget, and i’m so excited to use these skills during my abroad year. Additionally, I’ve always taken academics very seriously, so I’m interested to see how I will create my work/life balance.
Why did you decide to study abroad? or What inspired you to study abroad?
I always knew that I wanted to study abroad since I was younger because my parents did it and I grew up loving to travel. Picking an abroad location was very difficult, but when I found IAU on passport I knew right away that that was the program I had to attend. Regardless of my lack of French knowledge, I had a feeling that Aix-en-Provence could be the perfect home for me for four months.
