I transferred to Northeastern last fall with my associate's degree in journalism. I changed my major to Communications at NU but I still have a passion for storytelling and can't wait to document my own adventure with all its challenges and surprises. My biggest goal for this trip is, of course, to be able to develop my understanding of the Spanish language so that I can successfully engage in conversation while I'm there and continue to do so when I return. As both a student and as a waitress, I get to meet so many people from different cultures that are so interesting to me. This opportunity to immerse myself in another culture is unlike anything I've done in my life, and I want to taste, hear and see as much as I can, even if it's out of my comfort zone.