Week Two

            When first arriving at Carlow, we were taken straight to our accommodation at Lennon House, a building conveniently located on campus right behind the main building where all of our classes are located.

            I was really impressed with the accommodation. Each of us were given our own rooms, where we had a bed, desk, bookshelves, a very large closet, a sink and mirror of our own. We have three bathrooms on the floor, so the number of people we share it with is smaller. Same goes for the two large, fully furnished and stocked kitchens. It has a very similar feel to the dorms at home, however, you are able to have your own space and independence from the hallway, which is very nice.

            There are fifteen students total in our group of international students. Two of them I knew prior to coming here from Carlow. Just like starting a new school anywhere, you are forced to be overly social for the first days in hopes that someone will click with you and you’ll have another friend to add to your short list.

            It hasn’t been easy the entire time. However, I feel like it’s gotten to the point where we are starting to find our stride and getting to know one another. It’s interesting to meet different people and hear stories about their reasons for taking the same voyage as you are.