I spent this last semester in Dublin with the CISabroad program and I loved every minute of it. The CIS staff was amazing through the process and so ready to answer any and all of my questions. And our on-site program director was absolutely amazing! He was always there to check in on us and if we had any questions he was one phone call away at all times. He also knew so much about Dublin, and Ireland in general. He was like our Irish dad, always watching out for us. The university that I attended was also really nice, they had a large number of international students and a lot of events and clubs tailored towards all of us. I got to meet people from so many other countries through their events. The university also had a variety of classes available for me to take, and it was cool because I was in classes with other Irish students. For a couple classes, I was the only international student there. So I was really able to learn from those Irish students, and see what their courses are like, how their schedules work, and how their programs are set up. The best part of my time in Ireland was definitely the friendships I made with my other CISabroad program-mates. There weren't many of us, but we all became so close. I still talk to many of them everyday and I miss them all so much. I would highly recommend this program, or any CISabroad program, to anyone wanting to study abroad. You will be well prepared to go, well taken care of while there, and you will be with some of the greatest people you will ever meet!
What was the most unfamiliar thing you ate?
In Ireland, lamb is a very popular meat and I did not know this. So at a little pub restaurant I ordered stew, because it is also one of their most popular dishes. It was super good and I was very happy with my choice. But one of my friends there kept looking at me funny while I ate, and I could not figure out why. Turns out I was eating lamb and sheep are his favorite animal! It was good stew, but I'm still a little creeped out that it was lamb.
Response from CIS Abroad
Thanks for your review, Sarah! We're happy to know that CIS Abroad was helpful during your study abroad experience, from the group activities and trips, to getting settled into your housing. It's also wonderful to hear that you've been able to stay in touch with your roommates from your time abroad. We're so glad you had such a great time in Italy!