Ready or not

I, too, am a novice blogger.  So far so good.  Just like doing an e-mail.  The next challenge will be to post photos....with IT support thousands of miles away.  In February, I was able to visit the Loyola programs in Acala, Leuven, and Newcastle.  While we were there I kept thinking that it would be great if I could share something of the study abroad experience with the students at home--especially the first year and sophomore students who might be thinking about international study and so when the opportunity to visit Bangkok came up I decided to blog.

Dr. Snyder and I are visiting Bangkok to familiarize ourselves with the Loyola program at Assumption University.  This is one of the oldest Loyola international programs and I am very proud of our relationship with this great university.  I am also eager to meet the Loyola students and learn about their experiences in Asia.  It should be great.

As Dr. Snyder mentioned, we are leaving right after Margaret Farley's lecture tonight.  I am introducing Professor Farley and I still have to figure out what to say....and get a haircut....and, oh yeah, pack.  Why do I always wait until the last minute?

I hope that I will see you at the Farley lecture tonight.  Take care,

Father Linnane

Comments

[Mike Faherty]

Father Linnane,

I truly enjoyed reading your blog. It has been almost three years now since I returned from Thailand through the Loyola program and I treasure the memories. The adventures I had with my exceptional group and the lessons I learned, whether in Thai Politics class with Father Nash or on a four-day jungle hike, have served me well in my everyday life. Good luck in Thailand as you officially see why it is Loyola's best international program. Say "Hi" to Dr. Sam, Grandma and the C-Building maids for me; you'll understand when you get there.

Good luck!

[Bangkok 2007]

Father Linnane,
So, let's talk about a program extension...just kidding, but not really. :) We are very excited that you are visiting Bangkok and can't wait to show you a glimpse of what our lives have been like for the past 5 months. One word basically sums it up: amazing. But you'll soon see that for yourself- who knows by the end of the week you are going to be begging us to let you stay :)

Stephanie, Nicolle, Meg, Kaity and Jes