I'm from Westchester, New York and am going to be a senior in high school. I'm heavily invested in music and art, and am really looking forward to being immersed in French culture. I'm also excited to meet everyone on the trip, hopefully our French will allow us to get to know each other.
I chose Abbey Road because of how well rounded their idea of the experience seemed. I'm anticipating complete immersion in the french language, but also in the french culture through a variety of mediums such as music, art, film, and fun. I hope to collaborate with those on the trip to really take advantage of the opportunities Abbey Road will give us; the "workshop" policy seems like a great way for everyone to make the most out of the experience.
I'm hoping to learn a lot this summer, about french of course, but also about life. As a potential philosophy major, I chose to invest in a summer excursion such as this in an attempt to gain some perspective before starting college in the fall of 2012. I believe that this program truly offers the chance to get an educated feel for what life is like in another country, environment, culture. I think this summer can be so significant as to contribute direction to what I chose to pursue in life, especially since my one consistent desire has been to travel. These thoughts, as well as how hard I've worked to save the money to afford this trip, is what I think qualified me for the partial Chris Meyer Scholarship.
I'm also excited because I think it'll be fun as hell. Four weeks on the French Riviera cannot be a bad time. Thanks to all the Abbey Road staff who have helped with the process, and of course, my parents, mainly for not stowing away in my suitcase. My next post will be from Europe!
