Submitted by Megan Zalinkanskas on the 2024 Spring program in London, England…
I’ve been in London for one week, and home is already a distant memory. I love it here. Genuinely, I feel as though I’ve been here a month. My roommates are amazing; they are all from different universities across the US, and it is so interesting to hear their different perspectives regarding university life at home and abroad.
My apartment is right around the corner from Abbey Road Studios, and as a Beatles fan, I’m so grateful to be close to this sacred place. I walked there one morning by myself, listening to early Beatles albums and realizing how lucky I am to be here. I crossed the famous zebra crossing and took some pictures of the studio door before walking to Tesco for some groceries.
Classes have been interesting. Focusing for three hours at a time is challenging, no matter how engaging the subjects are. I enjoy my post-war British pop culture class. Next week, we will look at street art in London’s hipster neighborhoods. I’m excited to get out and explore the city more. (Submitted on January 25, 2024)