Hi all!
My name is Claire Burfeind and I am a sophomore studying Human Development
and Family Studies (HDFS) here at UConn. Studying abroad had always been
something I planned to do while in college, so exploring the website for
possible programs was very exciting. After visiting Cape Town last spring when
my brother was participating in this same program, I knew that this was a place
I could see myself living for four months. When doing some more research into
programs, the internship aspect in Cape Town really appealed to me. The
internship opportunity will not only provide me with valuable training in my
field of interest, but it will hopefully allow me to help those that might be
in need. During my study abroad semester, I hope to immerse myself in a
new culture, gain valuable insights on how family dynamics are different over
there and make me a better person when I get back home.
Now being
officially accepted and committed to this program, I am so excited to return to
this beautiful city and explore life on my own. I cannot wait to meet and
talk to Capetonians and to experience the beauty that this city has to offer.
I am looking forward to moving out of my comfort zone to try new things
that I wouldn’t normally do. Although it will be a big change living in a
different country, I am confident that my co-educators and I will navigate the
transition and make Cape Town our new home very quickly. The next few
months cannot go by quick enough…I am so ready to start this new adventure!!
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