Archive for August, 2010
I am a biology major with a pre-medical focus, and I want to minor in Neuroscience. I chose biology because I love everything about science. I would love to know how a lot of stuff works in the world and biology is essentially, the study of life. My time at Canisius will open doors for me that I would have never thought possible because…CLICK HERE TO READ MORE…
Author: Tán '14 | No Comments »
Packing is….not going quite as good as I had hoped. It’s not like it’s going bad, but I literally have no room in my suitcase and a few more things to pack. I have a bunch of packing lists from both Canisius and my abroad university saying, “DON’T PACK TOO MUCH!” yet here I am, full to the brim. I really don’t know what else to cut! I kind of NEED clothes and whatnot! At any rate, I have a lot of stuff…CLICK HERE TO READ MORE…
Author: Meghan '12 | No Comments »
I am not a weatherman but I have always thought that a cold front almost always means I have to wear long sleeves and turtlenecks and several layers of clothes, because, well, it’s cold. Even I, who come from the Philippines, understand it that way. But I guess that’s not always the connotation of a cold front since here in Austin, a week of mid-90 degree temperatures is considered just that. Seriously, I even saw a headline on a newspaper that says “Cold Front Hits Austin” or something…CLICK HERE TO READ MORE…
Author: Joel '10 | No Comments »
It’s supposed to be pretty hot when I first arrive, but pretty chilled when I’m leaving. I refrain from using the word “cold” because in December, the highs can get into the mid-50′s and the lows down into the high 30′s…maybe I’m crazy but I don’t consider that “winter coat” material. But as my mom also mentioned, if I’m visiting other countries, it may be colder there. I guess what I’m getting at is, I reallllllllly don’t want to bring a winter coat…CLICK HERE TO READ MORE…
Author: Meghan '12 | No Comments »
We have done a lot as a community already, going to the bank and the grocery stores, getting to know our neighborhood, visiting the different agencies we’ll be working with, and baptizing ourselves in the city’s natural gem called Barton Springs. It is no wonder why Austin keeps on being ranked as the number one place for young single adults to go because there are tons of free activities…CLICK HERE TO READ MORE…
Author: Joel '10 | No Comments »
I saw some aunts, uncles, and cousins I haven’t seen in years! It was very nice. My cousins from Memphis and Texas both flew up and holy cow have they gotten tall. They have to be at least 6 feet tall! The wedding was beautiful and my cousin, Beth, looked stunning. Her new husband is so nice (and lucky!). They make a fantastic couple and I’m very happy…CLICK HERE TO READ MORE…
Author: Meghan '12 | 2 Comments »
Monday I’m getting new glasses (hopefully) so that knocks another thing off my list. I can’t believe how much stuff is left and how much is coming together. It’s so crazy to think that in only 2 and a half weeks I will be living in a different country, across the second largest ocean in the world, thousands of miles away from everyone I’m close to. I don’t know what I was thinking, but it may turn out to be the best idea I’ve ever had. I’m so incredibly nervous and scared, but I know this is something I won’t regret. I’ve always been strangely determined to live my life and here I am, seizing this opportunity I’ve been dreaming of…CLICK HERE TO READ MORE…
Author: Meghan '12 | No Comments »
I am actually blogging here from the George Bush Intercontinental Airport Terminal C. In case you want to come down, I’ll be here until 5. I got here at 11 this morning and will be waiting here until 5 for our shuttle to pick us up. So far, I haven’t seen any other volunteers in the area. I have been mostly to myself watching movies, listening to music and people watching. Being in a different environment just reminds me of how big the world is and how many places…CLICK HERE TO READ MORE…
Author: Joel '10 | No Comments »
In 5 days, 15 hours, and 30 minutes, I will look back to this summer and realize that it has been busy and good. I have given it my all. I have researched in the best caliber I know for my internship at Hodgson Russ. I wore my creative hat to complete the Joel & Joel Project and most of all I have made myself available for precious times spent with family and friends. I have been surrounded by several opportunities and a loving environment, all for which I am very grateful for. In 5 days, 15 hours, and 30 minutes, I hope to…CLICK HERE TO READ MORE…
Author: Joel '10 | No Comments »
The gave me some money as a birthday/have-fun-in-Italy present and my little sister bought me the book Abraham Lincoln: Vampire Hunter. I’m beginning to wonder just how much of my book is fictional and how much is truly biographical. I hope only the vampire parts are fake because then I’ve learned A LOT about Abe Lincoln so far! The unfortunate part…CLICK HERE TO READ MORE…
Author: Meghan '12 | No Comments »