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March 2008 Reflection
It is very hard to believe that it is already March. I’m sure nearly all of the Mitchell journals have started off with that statement. The days have just peeled off the calendar. I’m sure it’s the combination of a … Continue reading
Posted in Class of 2008, University College Dublin
Tagged Brendan Hayes, Development Studies, mitchell scholar, mitchell scholarship, St. Lawrence University, UCD, University College Dublin
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January 2008 Reflection
The weather isn’t growing on me. I have a nice quality raincoat with a zip-out liner and a hood, and my umbrella is practically surgically attached to my body. I am always prepared for the weather—I knew there would be … Continue reading
Posted in Class of 2008, University College Dublin
Tagged Cultural Policy and Arts Management, Erin Stevens, mitchell scholar, mitchell scholarship, United States Military Academy, University College Dublin
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January 2008 Reflection
It is hard to believe that I’m about to begin the second half of my program at UCD. I’ve had a long break and a great opportunity to spend time with my family in Tupper Lake. UCD’s academic schedule closely … Continue reading
Posted in Class of 2008, University College Dublin
Tagged Brendan Hayes, Development Studies, mitchell scholar, mitchell scholarship, St. Lawrence University, UCD, University College Dublin
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November 2007 Reflection
When I left Swaziland in July a good friend of mine said, “you’re going to blink and it’ll be October.” Here I find myself, in the middle of November, two weeks from the end of my first term at University … Continue reading
Posted in Class of 2008, University College Dublin
Tagged Brendan Hayes, Development Studies, mitchell scholar, mitchell scholarship, St. Lawrence University, UCD, University College Dublin
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November 2007 Reflection
This should serve as a warning: The Irish, apparently, don’t say “Have a nice day.” For me, “Have a nice day,” is a force of habit—it is a conversation ender, a goodbye, a polite reminder that though I just selfishly … Continue reading
Posted in Class of 2008, University College Dublin
Tagged Cultural Policy and Arts Management, Erin Stevens, mitchell scholar, mitchell scholarship, United States Military Academy, University College Dublin
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June 2007 Reflection
I have felt overwhelmed, exhausted, and strangely elated these past two months. The more routine rhythm I had established during the first half of the semester has transitioned into an intense workload punctuated with travel and other amazing opportunities. One … Continue reading
Posted in Class of 2007, University College Dublin
Tagged Anglo-Irish Literature, Kara Cook, mitchell scholar, mitchell scholarship, Oklahoma State University, UCD, University College Dublin
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March 2007 Reflection
March has snuck up on me as I become more involved in my life in Ireland. My scholarly life is blossoming as I work on the dreaded dissertation, and Dr. Kiberd has told me that I’m on track as far … Continue reading
Posted in Class of 2007, University College Dublin
Tagged Anglo-Irish Literature, Kara Cook, mitchell scholar, mitchell scholarship, Oklahoma State University, UCD, University College Dublin
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January 2007 Reflection
The best part about Ireland so far, other than the people, the cultural experiences, and my academic program, has been the easy access to travel. Last month I was able to travel to Spain and France with two other Mitchells, … Continue reading
Posted in Class of 2007, University College Dublin
Tagged Anglo-Irish Literature, Kara Cook, mitchell scholar, mitchell scholarship, Oklahoma State University, UCD, University College Dublin
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June 2006 Reflections
These past two months have embodied the philosophy: “work hard, play hard.” The more routine rhythm I had established during the first half of the semester has transitioned into an intense workload punctuated with travel and other amazing opportunities. One … Continue reading
Posted in Class of 2006, University College Dublin
Tagged Equality Studies, Melissa Boteach, mitchell scholar, mitchell scholarship, UCD, UMCP, University College Dublin, University of Maryland College Park
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