Submitted by Emma Smith the 2024 Spring program in London, England…
As this is the last week of study abroad, I have taken the time to reflect on my experience here. Study abroad is truly a time where you make your bestest friends and discover who you are. I have developed my independence and learned how to navigate not only a new city, but a new country. It is a huge adjustment, especially when you first arrive, but I promise it gets a lot easier. At the beginning of this experience I was extremely homesick and did not think I could make it until April. Now I am so sad to leave. I am so thankful I was able to have this experience and travel all over Europe. I definitely have made the most of how easy it is to travel around Europe. I had the chance to travel to Amsterdam, Paris, Italy, Switzerland, Prague, Nice, and Monte Carlo. Each of these places was so unique and they will always hold a special place in my heart. London will also hold a special place in my heart because it is where I met my best friends and discovered more of myself. It is not very easy to travel all over the United States, so traveling all over Europe was insanely amazing. I am so thankful to the University of Delaware for offering this program and I would 100% recommend studying abroad to anyone thinking about it. (Submitted on April 25,2024)