Today, we delve into the heart of the local Irish economy, revealing how businesses and community organizations thrive by utilizing their deep-seated tradition. My day began with a kayak tour in Downings Bay, and it quickly became clear that this was more than just a scenic tour; it was a lesson in entrepreneurial resilience. The…
Author: International Programs Alumni
A Journey Like No Other
My experience delivering the presentation was an entirely positive and rewarding one, offering both a chance to share my ideas and to contribute meaningfully to a real-world challenge. As part of the financial group, our mission was to develop strategies that would increase year-round foot traffic in Carrigart. Carrigart is a small, but vibrant town…
A Look Back on My Internship
As I reflect on my internship with Adventure Korea, I can confidently say that it has been one of the most transformative experiences of my life, both personally and professionally. Throughout my time in South Korea, I was given opportunities that I never imagined I would have during an internship. I didn’t just observe from…
Haller Diaries: That’s a Wrap on Ireland…
Wow! Four weeks flew by like nothing, and my time spent in Ireland went by like a flash. I visited so many jaw-dropping locations, hiked adventurous routes, and met so many wonderful people. As I reflect, I am saddened at the prospect of this experience ending, but nonetheless, I am grateful for all of the…
Week 8: Key Takeaways
One of the biggest takeaways during my experience was differently my time management skills. While working mostly remote I was tasked with budgeting my own time. With the exception to deadlines on when posts should be posted. I began to figure out how long designs would take me to create and set aside time accordingly….
Culture, Myself, and Being American: Reflections of a Global Fellowship
When I first applied to the Haller Global Fellowship in Ireland, I had an idea of what it would be like, but what I had in mind was pleasantly surpassed in academic and personal growth, specifically over the last week in Ireland. When I decided to apply to this program and after meeting the director,…
Final Reflection
Ever since I have come back to the States, people have been asking about how my experience abroad was. It is almost like every time I am asked, my brain plays a 10 second fast flashback montage of everything that went well in Prague. Instead of telling them about the montage in my head, I…
Heading Home
As I reflect on the presentation that our group delivered at Gteic on Thursday, I am reminded of the month of preparation behind it. During the presentation it was great to see how much thought and effort was put into the presentation by each of us individually and to see how our suggestions worked together…
Final Reflections…And Adventures (Post-Trip)
As my internship at Vencon Research draws to a close, I find myself reflecting on a journey that went far beyond the work itself. This experience has been a profound blend of professional growth, cultural immersion, and personal discovery—all set against the backdrop of an incredible city and an even more incredible continent. The last…
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