Melissa Solorzano, the Penn State School of Visual Arts Down Under marketing intern, writes: After spending a total of 22 hours on a plane, we finally landed in Sydney, Australia. The feeling was unreal. I couldn’t believe I was finally there. Before unpacking, eating, or taking a break we took an incredible tour through The Rocks with our first guide;…
Continue readingKaterina Alemis, the Illinois Abroad marketing intern, writes: On this day exactly two months ago I embarked on a trip to Australia. I did not know what this trip would bring me, but I was excited for everything about this experience. After finally arriving after what felt like forever, I could not wait to explore and learn all there is…
Continue readingMackenzie Erickson, the Eagles Abroad Sustainability in Australia and New Zealand 2015-16 student blogger, writes: Australia was a blast! I can’t believe that my trip has come to an end and I am already back in Wisconsin. After leaving New Zealand we crossed the Tasman Sea to Australia. Here we had a short visit in Sydney where I saw the…
Continue readingRachel Lackenmier, the School of Visual Arts Down Under Visual Arts in Sydney 2015-16 student blogger, writes: We are now more than halfway through our program here in Sydney and unfortunately the rain has followed us from State College. It’s a good thing we’re used to the crazy and ever-changing weather and we all came prepared for a day-long trek…
Continue readingRachael Lackenmier, the School of Visual Arts Down Under Visual Arts in Sydney 2015-16 student blogger, writes: Today we traveled two hours west to the Blue Mountains where we explored aboriginal culture, painted boomerangs, and hiked the trails with our tour guide Kathy. We learned that every aboriginal painting tells a different story. Using symbols the indigenous people have developed…
Continue readingChristine Oksas, the University of Illinois Health and Diversity in Sydney and South Australia 2015-16 student blogger, writes: Upon arriving in Sydney were struck by the intensity of its atmosphere. People in crisp navy suits hurry importantly from place to place. Couples stroll along the waterfront admiring the Sydney Opera House against the blue sky. Crowds gather around street performers…
Continue readingRachel Lackenmier, the School of Visual Arts Down Under Visual Arts in Sydney 2015-16 student blogger, writes: After approximately 30 hours of traveling through three airports, two countries, and across one ocean, the Penn State Visual Arts group has arrived in Sydney, Australia and we are more than ready to take on this city. So far on this trip I…
Continue readingMackenzie Erickson, the Eagles Abroad Sustainability in Australia and New Zealand 2015-16 student blogger, writes: New Zealand has been absolutely amazing! Today we traveled to our last New Zealand city, Queenstown. I can’t believe my time in New Zealand is almost over but I am excited to see what Australia has in store. During our time…
Continue readingChristine Oksas, the University of Illinois Health and Diversity in Sydney and South Australia 2015-16 student blogger, writes: The vast, dry, rust-colored land here in Australia has seen so much history – some of the oldest in the world. Though at times it may be sad and hard to hear, learning about the history of Australia’s Aboriginal population has been…
Continue readingMackenzie Erickson, the Eagles Abroad sustainability in Australia and New Zealand 2015-16 student blogger, writes: Kia Ora! That means hello in Maori, which the indigenous culture here in New Zealand. The first few days of the trip have been packed full of activities. I was fortunate enough to make it to all of my flights on time unlike part of…
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