My Profile

Previous study or living abroad/travel experiences I have had:

• In the summer of 2001 I traveled to Eastern Australia for 3 weeks with the People to People Student Ambassador Program. I stayed with one homestay for 3 days.
• In 2004 I travelled to many cities in France over the course of 2 weeks with my high school French class.
• In 2007 I went to Belgium for a week and stayed with two homestay families for 2 nights each.

My Major/Minor:

• I'm an Interdisciplinary Art Major (BAFA) 
• Minor in Psychology
• Concentration in Art Therapy

My school and/or study abroad program(s):

• I attend Alfred University
• I'm going to Senegal with SIT Study Abroad
• Program: Arts & Culture

My host country:

• Senegal (West Africa)

Languages I speak (other than English):

• French

My fears or concerns about being abroad:

• Getting homesick
• Not being able to communicate
• Being alone/standing out
• Health

Characteristics that might affect my experience abroad, and that other students might find useful for discussion (ethnicity, religion, dietary restrictions, sexual preference, etc.):

• I'm a caucasian female

What I hope to gain from this course

• Preparation for my studies abroad
• Learn what to expect in my travels
• Complete all required documents
• Learn about others' experiences