Nicolette Melia


My English Summer Adventure: Week 2

A rainy day in London with Big Ben in the background.

It has been two weeks since we left to embark on this English summer adventure. With each passing day, my colleagues and I feel more at home in our new environment. We no longer take our time meandering in the tube station trying to navigate our way through London; rather, we stride with confidence to our desired destination with ease. Continue Reading


From New York City to London, via UConn

A dark green directional signpost in front of leafy trees and a cloudy sky, showing arrows pointing to places including “Diana, Princess of Wales Memorial Fountain,” “Central Parks Nursery,” “Rangers Lodge,” “The Storeyard,” and “Old Police House.”

Prior to coming to London, I was apprehensive. There was so much negativity within the news which was discouraging; however, we persevered and continued this once in a lifetime experience. These nerves quickly subsided throughout this first week, proving we made the best choice. As an individual who grew up with New York City in the background, I couldn’t help but notice the slight resemblance between the two locations. History, culture, and diversity are on every corner within our London, providing a sense of familiarity for the city girl within me. Continue Reading