Classes have officially begun here at the University of Ioannina. Well, actually they started Monday, but I guess I'm a little slow on the blogging front. The first couple days of Greek Language were incredibly rough because we felt like our teacher was pushing us too hard, but we met at a middle ground, and now things are going MUCH better. We also had a couple of Greek Culture lectures this week, which were both fascinating in their own respects. The one we had today was by our UW Professor, Taso Lagos. He spoke with us about the ethnographical study we will be doing of Ioannina, which is going to be very interesting and challenging. We have to interview locals, in english of course, but getting them to open up may be different because this is the first time it has been done in Ioannina.
Yesterday was the most fun day we've had so far since we've arrived at the college, with the exception of our first night out on the town. We went to the Cave of Perama, which is a massive cave located about 25 minutes away from the University. After the cave, we went out to dinner as a group, which was a LOT of fun, and a lot more satisfying than the cafeteria food.
So far I am REALLY enjoying myself, and loving every minute of being abroad and exploring the world around me. I haven't been too homesick yet, and Skype/Facebook have made life a lot easier lately. However, I know I'm going to start missing home soon, and that's okay. 56 days will go by a lot faster than I realize :) Here's some pictures for your enjoyment!
Thetas abroad!
Streets of Perama.
They looked like claws, so of course I had to take a picture
Michelle and I inside the Cave :)
first snapshot I got of the cave. so unreal!
Love you all,
Rochelle
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