Submitted by Emma Smith the 2024 Spring program in London, England…
As finals week is coming up, it can be hard to get into a studying or homework routine in a new country. I am so used to going to the library or a student center at my home institution that I struggled to find my groove in a new place. London is a city with cafes on every corner. Cafes are a great way to sit down and grab a coffee and get some work done. But, if this is not your vibe, there are public libraries all over the city as well. It can be useful to do a group study session and continue to get to know other people in your classes as well as compare notes and grasp a different perspective on the class material and assignments. This time of year London is becoming warmer and the sun is coming out more often as well, so parks are also a great place to get some work done. I loved sitting on a bench at the park and taking in the spring air while also watching all the dogs run around. Finals can be extremely stressful but it is always important to remember to still enjoy yourself while abroad and make the most of your last few days. (Submitted on April 25,2024)