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Northern Star

The Student News Site of Northern Illinois University

Northern Star

The Student News Site of Northern Illinois University

Northern Star

Day 16 – Time for a relaxing picnic: A first-hand account of studying abroad

By Catherine Carter | July 18, 2019

Good morning everyone! Today was a fairly relaxing day. I did some much needed laundry and enjoyed the nice weather by taking a stroll around town before dinner. For tonight’s meal, the staff did a cookout. We usually eat in a fancy dining hall that...

A long horn cow grazes Saturday in the Christ Church Meadow.

Day 14 and 15 – Back to classes: A first-hand account of studying abroad

By Catherine Carter | July 16, 2019

Day 14: Enjoying the sceneryGood morning NIU! Today we had absolutely gorgeous weather here in Oxford, so after class a group of us decided to relax and enjoy it! Our first stop after class was to get lunch at The Bear, Oxford’s oldest pub. After a...

modern aircraft

Day 13 – Jet setting back to England: A first-hand account of studying abroad

By Catherine Carter | July 15, 2019

Hello! Today was another early morning, or late night depending on what kind of person you are. We got up at 3 a.m. to head to the Dublin airport for our flight back to England. Most of the day was spent in limbo traveling. But as I was scrolling through...

Catherine Carter poses outside of the Dublin Castle.

Day 12 – More greetings from Dublin: A first-hand account of studying abroad

By Catherine Carter | July 14, 2019

Good morning Huskies! It’s day two in Ireland, and boy is it jam-packed! This morning we woke up early to visit Trinity College in Dublin. Along with being a beautiful and historic campus, it is home to two tourist attractions as well, the Book of Kells...

The view from on top of the Guinness Storehouse.

Day 10 and 11 – Greetings from Dublin: A first-hand account of studying abroad

By Catherine Carter | July 14, 2019

Day 10Hello Huskies! This morning was a bit cloudy and grey on my way to class, but my day was soon brightened up by a letter for my grandparents! I can’t be in touch with them while I’m here, so they have been reading my blog to stay updated. I’d...

Day 8 and 9 – Ice Cream and Another Play: A first-hand account of studying abroad

By Catherine Carter I Copy Editor | July 14, 2019

Hello NIU! Today has been a very chill day – with activities, with the weather and with the dessert. I went to class in the morning like the good student I am and afterward sadly had to confine myself to my dorm room for a couple hours to finish a paper....

Day 7 - Breathtaking outdoor play: A first-hand account of studying abroad

Day 7 – Breathtaking outdoor play: A first-hand account of studying abroad

By Catherine Carter I Copy Editor | July 13, 2019

Hello Huskie nation! Today was the most fun for me so far! I had class in the morning and did some homework in the afternoon – boring, I know – but I saw a play at 7:30. One of my favorite books in the world is Emily Borontë’s “Wuthering Heights.”...

Day 6 – Parade and Women’s World Cup finals: A first-hand account of studying abroad

By Catherine Carter | July 12, 2019

Good morning Huskies! I am so excited to share more of my adventures with you! It has been a full weekend here in Oxford. After Alice’s Day on Saturday, there was a street carnival and parade on Sunday. The parade started just a few blocks before my...

Day 5 – Down the rabbit hole: A first-hand account of studying abroad

By Catherine Carter | July 10, 2019

Hello! As promised, today has been (very literally) a trip down the rabbit hole! Lewis Carroll wrote Alice in Wonderland in 1865. Alice was actually based off a girl from Oxford. Every year, the town celebrates his books and their legacies with Alice’s...

Day 3 and 4 – Shakespeare and rowing: A first-hand account of studying abroad

By Catherine Carter | July 10, 2019

Hello Huskie nation! I’m sorry for the delay in getting back, but I was sick yesterday and fell asleep before I could write to you all. So I guess now I can talk about two days! Spending the Fourth of July here in England was so weird! For the first...

Atomic Burger in Oxford, UK is adorned with a comic book theme throughout the entire restaurant. 

Day 2 -The adventure begins: A first-hand account of studying abroad

By Catherine Carter | July 4, 2019

To read part 1 CLICK HERE: Heading 'across the pond:' A first hand account of studying abroad Good morning everyone! As I’m writing today’s blog, I am just waking up like most of you probably are, the only difference being I’m waking up from a...

Day 1 - Flight mishaps and delayed landings: A first-hand account of studying broad

Day 1 – Flight mishaps and delayed landings: A first-hand account of studying broad

By Catherine Carter | July 2, 2019

Four flight delays, three flight cancellations, two days and one mini airport breakdown later, I’M FINALLY HERE IN OXFORD!  After moving smoothly through baggage check-in on Saturday – thanks to my man Andrew at American Airlines! – and quickly...

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