vABROAD continued from page 29 purchase and you can get pretty good plans for those as well. It can be kind of stressful preparing and getting here, but I think two of the most significant things about studying abroad are: study hard- you’ve been given the opportunity to have this experience, don’t waste it. Have fun- when you have the time, go out and travel; go to the pubs and PRIDE parades with your friends; explore the city you’re in. Studying is important, but so is the experience you will have.” for. I will miss the ability to just walk everywhere or use public transportation. It’s nice not to worry about my car (let’s hope I can remember how to drive it when I get back) and despite how annoying the public transportation is, it’s so very useful. Of course, I’m not going to miss the closing time for everything. Most of the grocery stores close around 9 or 10 in the evening and everything closes at 5 pm on Sundays which is very annoying. I think someday I’ll really miss London, and when that happens, maybe I’ll come back for a visit and see all the sites again.” Back By Popular Demand! 11. Do you have any advice for anyone looking to move/study abroad? a. Cody: “Do it! Aside from the sort of bureaucratic elements of getting permission to stay and work or study, and the details of finding accommodation and other necessities, it’s really as easy as getting tickets and hopping on a plane. It’s immensely rewarding to get to know a new culture and see so much of your own experience in it. And if you go abroad: learn the language!” 12th Annual b. Lara: If you want to study abroad, try doing a semester in university first, if you can. A whole year is a bit much if you’ve never done anything like this. I would highly suggest you wait and start paying off your student loans before venturing into studying abroad. If you’re focused on studying abroad, make sure you research the school you want to go to. Look to see if they offer student accommodation and scholarships. Plan ahead. The school website usually lets you know what you need to do leading up to coming to their school. They will let you know when you need to apply for your visa and apply for student housing. Make a list of what you need to do and mark it on a calendar when you need to do it. Also be aware of your electronics; if you bring a straightener from the US here and try to use it, you’ll knock out the power in your building. Make sure you let your mobile provider know lifetime stress-free warranty, 6”x48” planks with a that you’re going abroad and that you’ll need to be able to switch out your designedcard coordinateinwith today’s décoryou don’t stand up to all of life’s messes. micro-SD to for a provider the country you’re in. If and to feel like doing that, they do have cheap mobile devices you can Celebrate Women With Event Speaker Pat McGill presenting... Women of Worth gton.com | 1.800.356.6787 ©Floor Designs Copyrighted by Mannington Mills, Inc. ®©™Mannington Mills, Inc. 2016 Larsen Carpet Laminate | Porcelain | Resilient | Hardwood Retailer Imprint 6”x48” planks with a lifetim 6”x48” planks with a lifetime stress-free warranty, designed to coordinate with today’s décor and to stand up to all of life’s messes. 30vHERVOICEvSEPTEMBER/OCTOBER 2016 6”x48” planks with a lifetime stress-free warranty, designed to coordinate with today’s décor and to stand up to all of life’s messes. designed to coordinate with today’s déco 212 Walnut|605.665.2067 Historic Downtown Yankton mannington.com | 1.800.356.6787 Retailer ©Floor Designs Copyrighted by Manning