Now that I have been back in my hometown of St. Louis, I have reflected a lot on my experience studying abroad in London… More
Avery M. Porter
London, England
Avery M. Porter
London, England
Now that I have been back in my hometown of St. Louis, I have reflected a lot on my experience studying abroad in London. My family and friends have commented on how much I changed in the four months I spent away from home. I have felt it myself. I believe… More
When I was on the flight to London, I took out my blue and pink Barbie-themed journal and wrote down my thoughts and feelings about starting my study abroad experience. I wrote, "I know that there are so many adventures ahead of me" in my messy cursive… More
I must confess that I did not grow up in the city of St. Louis. I was born and raised in St. Charles County, right outside the city. I joke that I am a county girl (through and through) because you could not pay me enough money to drive in the city. I… More
One of the reasons I was so excited to study abroad in London was because the city has such an amazing theatre culture! London has been a hub for theatre since its first playhouse - "The Theatre" - was built in 1576. Fun fact: the first woman actor in… More
One of the things that my family loves to do every Christmas season is putting up our giant Christmas tree. We always build and decorate it together as a family. It is a beautiful way to get in the Christmas spirit and relax after a stressful semester… More