In One Word…

Written by Sofie Martinsson, Sweden, Admissions Coordinator, about what is on Cast B 2009′s minds during these final days.

We did a reflection on the semester and wrote some words that came to our minds. It’s hard to summarize all the emotions in only one word, but this is what we came up with.

The feeling at arrival day in Denver in July:

Excited, unsure, nervous, confused, anxious, impressed, amazed, overjoyed, stoked, lost, scared, apprehensive, tired, wow, overwhelmed, unsure, welcomed, fear, pumped, homesick, dizzy, surreal, ecstatic, uncertain

Something you didn’t know you would need that you would have brought:

Computer, watch, less, books, purse, toe nail clippers, t-shirts, adapter, long warm up- pants, power strip, slippers, pictures, curling iron, smaller computer, water bottle, warmer coat, shoe freshener, boots, high heals, more underwear, socks, travel pillow, more about my culture, lotion, a cast book, DVDs, host family book, towel, zip drive, music

What have you learned from this journey?

Work, patience, confidence, caring, being strong, values, sharing, self-discovery, world, possibilities, courage, more about myself, giving, power, teamwork, persistence, adaptation, flexibility, where I belong, control, growth, inspiration, integrity, strength, travel (lightly), English, priorities, potential, happiness, tons!, self-discovery, faith, cultures, optimism, reflection

What will you miss when this semester is over?

Cast B 09, friends, honest sharing, EVERYTHING!, challenges, people, friendships, travel days, conversations, hugs, togetherness, moments, family, travelling, greenroom, opportunities, multi-nationality, adventure

Get ready for the adventure of a lifetime Cast A 2010!

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