Coming Back from Australia
My last day in Australia:
8-10am: Enjoyed my final $10 black coffee and raspberry muffin at my favorite on-campus cafe as I did some last minute studying
10-11:10am: Psychology exam
11:10am-2pm: Made my last meal of pasta using the one pan, one bowl and one fork that I bought for the entire semester and ate it while doing more last minute studying
2-4:10pm: Human Structure and Function exam
4:10-6pm: Packed my things, cleaned my room and had it inspected by the RA
6-9:30pm: Said my goodbyes with the amazing friends I made during the semester over one final group dinner
9:30-11:55pm: Went to the airport and checked in
From that time on, I traveled 32 hours to be greeted by my parents in the Chicago airport where my audit internship with EY started the next morning.
To some, this may seem like a "day" (it was only a day since I gained 12 hours) they would dread, but to me this is a day to be so thankful for. First of all, I had the opportunity to study in Australia and take classes a regular accounting major at OSU would not normally take. Not to mention, my professors were able to move my exams early so that I could get back to Chicago in time for my internship. Secondly, I made amazing friendships and lasting memories that I will never forget. Thirdly, I was greeted by two very supportive parents who were able to meet me away from home (Ohio) in order to move my things into an apartment in Chicago for the summer. Lastly, I am humbled to start an internship with EY where I am able to gain experience working for a big four accounting firm.
OSU has provided me with so many great opportunities and for that I am forever thankful. Studying abroad in Australia has been hands down my favorite college experience and I would do nothing to change my experience there. I am satisfied with the time I spent there: the places I was able to explore, the people I met and the things I was able to accomplish. Now, I am looking forward to continuing my internship with EY. My fellow interns have already been so enthralled by the fact that I was living in Australia for five months. I plan to share my experiences in a beneficial way. The knowledge I learned about different cultures through becoming friends with so many exchange students from all around the world, will only benefit me in the workplace. Therefore, overall I am thankful for this experience because it did not only influence me personally, but professionally as well.
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