Colin Maher

I would like to use my time abroad as an opportunity to learn more about my passions and interests by trying new things and getting out of my comfort zone. I will be studying on the other side of the world and I plan on using this time abroad as an opportunity to build my independence. I am approaching my fourth year at Northeastern University and I have never left the Boston campus. I see study abroad as a perfect opportunity to leave Boston and broaden my perspective. I am excited to meet new people and take classes in a different country. I am nervous about adjusting to life in a new country and the time difference. Sydney is 14 hours ahead! This will make it difficult to talk to my friends and family on a regular basis. I love traveling! Last summer I backpacked Europe for a month and I plan on doing several trips while in Australia. I hope to see New Zealand and parts of Southeast Asia while I am in this part of the world.