I have been selected to be an ambassador next year to the Vanderbilt-in-France program, which is an honor I do not take lightly. Already, I am planning out what I will say to wide-eyed freshman, hopeful sophomores, and burnt-out juniors. The most common questions? A) What was your favorite thing about Aix, B) What was your least favorite thing about Aix, and C) What do you regret the most? Friends, Romans, countrymen, lend me your ears.
A. Some people love the parties. Some people love free champagne Tuesdays at O'Neils. Some people love spending the night studying. Some people love the markets. Some people love going to La Provence at 8:30am. And still, some people love Jacob's sandwiches and PAUL's pastries. Then there is me. What do I love the most about Aix? I love sitting at a café on the Cours Mirabeau and playing 'Guess the Tourist.' I adore meandering through alleyways searching for hole-in-the-wall restaurants. But truly, overall, I love exploring the cobblestone streets and reliving history first-hand. Especially in April when everything is in bloom.
B. The weather we suffered through.
C. The only thing I truly regret is not spending my entire year abroad in Aix. Simple as that. If I could have changed anything, I would have studied abroad longer. As they say, hindsight is 20-20. If I could turn back time...
Aix really was the most amazing city to study abroad in. I could not have asked for a more wonderful experience. The memories I made I will cherish forever. I still cannot believe that it is actually over. Unfortunately, one cannot stop time, for time continues on. Thus, I must continue on my path to wherever it leads me. Luckily, in my case, it led me to Paris for 6 weeks!
..To be continued!
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