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June 2006 Reflection
Two weeks ago, we had our final official Mitchell get-together of the year, which was also the five-year Mitchell reunion. It was both a joyous occasion, getting to meet many other fascinating and amazing people and getting our rings, and … Continue reading
Posted in Class of 2006, University of Limerick
Tagged Biomedical Engineering, Lily Jeng, mitchell scholar, mitchell scholarship, NCSU, North Carolina State University, University of Limerick
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June 2006 Reflection
In the months before I left for Northern Ireland, I tried my best to deflect any questions about my post-Ireland life. What’s next in store for you, Carie? Any ideas where you’ll be next September? I shrugged the questions off, … Continue reading
Posted in Class of 2006, University of Ulster
Tagged Carolyn Windham, Fire Engineering, mitchell scholar, mitchell scholarship, NCSU, North Carolina State University, university of ulster
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March 2006 Reflection
A few days ago, I was talking to my research advisor about my project, and I said “dodgy” without really thinking about it. Yes, the Chinese-American has definitely added some Irish into her identity. That was the point at which … Continue reading
Posted in Class of 2006, University of Limerick
Tagged Biomedical Engineering, Lily Jeng, mitchell scholar, mitchell scholarship, NCSU, North Carolina State University, University of Limerick
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March 2006 Reflection
Sitting down to write this reflection, it’s hard to believe that more than six months have passed since my plane touched down in Derry. Somewhere in my luggage, now safely tucked under my bed, I’m sure there must be a … Continue reading
Posted in Class of 2006, University of Ulster
Tagged Carolyn Windham, Fire Engineering, mitchell scholar, mitchell scholarship, NCSU, North Carolina State University, university of ulster
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January 2006 Reflection
As our tour bus rounded the corner toward the statue of Daniel O’Connell, three months of Irish history classes began to rear their head. “Do you see that?” I asked as I pointed out the window. My boyfriend, just arrived … Continue reading
Posted in Class of 2006, University of Ulster
Tagged Carolyn Windham, Fire Engineering, mitchell scholar, mitchell scholarship, NCSU, North Carolina State University, university of ulster
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January 2006 Reflection
I can’t believe first semester is already over — time flies when you’re keeping busy and constantly experiencing new things! The pace of coursework has picked up, especially as more and more assignments are handed out and the pressure of … Continue reading
Posted in Class of 2006, University of Limerick
Tagged Biomedical Engineering, Lily Jeng, mitchell scholar, mitchell scholarship, NCSU, North Carolina State University, University of Limerick
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November 2005 Reflection
Even though I’m based in Limerick for the year, I’ve been in Dublin for about the same amount of time as I’ve been in Limerick since I got to Ireland in late September. My program is pretty unique — it’s … Continue reading
Posted in Class of 2006, University of Limerick
Tagged Biomedical Engineering, Lily Jeng, mitchell scholar, mitchell scholarship, NCSU, North Carolina State University, University of Limerick
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November 2005 Reflection
As I leaned across the counter of a dimly lit police station six months ago and ticked off the contents of my stolen bag, I couldn’t help but think that my travel days were cursed. “How am I ever going … Continue reading
Posted in Class of 2006, University of Ulster
Tagged Carolyn Windham, Fire Engineering, mitchell scholar, mitchell scholarship, NCSU, North Carolina State University, university of ulster
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