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The adventure continues

Posted on February 10, 2011 by Steven Sifuentes - NUI Maynooth

As January comes to a close, it is hard to believe that we are already on the other half of our time in Ireland. It seems like only yesterday that I ventured onto a Dublin City bus headed for the … Continue reading →

Posted in Class of 2011, National University of Ireland Maynooth | Tagged graduate fellowship, military and strategic studies, mitchell scholar, mitchell scholarship, National University of Ireland Maynooth, NUIM, post-grad in Ireland, Steven Sifuentes, study in Ireland, United States Naval Academy | Leave a comment

June 2009 Reflection

Posted on June 1, 2009 by vmoore09

As I walked down Dame Street with Chris, Katie, and KC the day after the Mitchell graduation ceremony, my taste buds ecstatic after ingesting Queen of Tarts’ phenomenal strawberry and rhubarb crumble, I realized what I would miss most about … Continue reading →

Posted in Class of 2009, Dublin City University | Tagged Development Studies, Dublin City University, mitchell scholar, mitchell scholarship, United States Naval Academy, Victoria Moore | Comments Off

March 2009 Reflection

Posted on March 1, 2009 by vmoore09

I catch myself doing it more frequently now. It started off subtly, merely a change in intonation when asking questions, saying “hiya” when greeting people, and getting people’s attention by saying “sorry.” Now, I catch myself saying “your man,” “thanks … Continue reading →

January 2009 Reflection

Posted on January 1, 2009 by vmoore09

Human beings fascinate me. They always have. Ever since I was little, I’ve loved going to airports and other transportation hubs to observe the eclectic collection of humanity, witnessing people of all ages, backgrounds, and traditions. I’ve nourished my enthusiasm … Continue reading →

November 2008 Reflection

Posted on November 1, 2008 by vmoore09

I had an unusual undergraduate experience. Ok, that’s an understatement. I went to the Naval Academy, a school that was 80% male, required me to wear a uniform daily, and only let me venture outside the walls on the weekend. … Continue reading →

Posted in Class of 2009, Dublin City University | Tagged Development Studies, Dublic City University, mitchell scholar, mitchell scholarship, United States Naval Academy, Victoria Moore | Comments Off

June 2008 Reflection

Posted on June 1, 2008 by abarlow08

I’ve always possessed a character trait that I consider both a blessing and a curse: I hate to be alone. My dad has it too, so I get it honest. I derive my energy from interpersonal interaction, and after a … Continue reading →

Posted in Class of 2008, University College Dublin | Tagged Allison Barlow, Meteorology, mitchell scholar, mitchell scholarship, UCD, United States Naval Academy, University College Dublin | Comments Off

March 2008 Reflection

Posted on March 1, 2008 by abarlow08

Since arriving back in Ireland in January, most of my time has been spent trying to develop my summer research thesis topic. Growing up in Southeastern U.S., I have always been fascinated with hurricanes. My family has experienced the brunt … Continue reading →

January 2008 Reflection

Posted on January 1, 2008 by abarlow08

I can hardly believe that my first semester is already over, as is Christmas, and I am now writing a journal entry in the year 2008. Today I return to Ireland from my home in Florida, and in a few … Continue reading →

November 2007 Reflection

Posted on November 1, 2007 by abarlow08

I can hardly believe that I’ve already spent over two months in Ireland. Having just graduated from the U.S. Naval Academy in May, I spent the past four years getting up at 6:30am and often not turning in until the … Continue reading →