A Quick Hello from Katy

Hi friends and family!

This is Katy speaking. As you may or may not know, I’m a junior Natural Resource Management major with a Resource Economics minor at UD, and I’m about to embark on a study abroad excursion to Ecuador and the Galapagos. We’ll be there from 1/11 to 2/1- a three week journey during which I’ll miss you all very much! But through the magic of the internet, my study abroad group should be able to post updates on this website. And if I’m lucky, I’ll have access to Facebook and email as well.

For those of you who don’t know me as well, here’s a bit about myself: If you couldn’t tell by my choice of study abroad, I love most everything to do with nature and the outdoors. Canoeing, kayaking, tree-climbing, camping and swimming would all naturally fall under this category. Riding horses has always been a big part of my life, and I will dearly miss Koh-i, Maddy and Boomer while I’m gone. I look forward to going on a trail ride while I’m away. I am also scuba certified, and have had the privilege of diving in Belize and Grand Cayman. I’m not sure if I’ll get a chance to dive in the Galapagos, but we will certainly spend a considerable amount of time snorkeling. My family is very important to me, and I will miss them and think of them often while I’m gone! I will forever be grateful for the opportunity to travel and learn simultaneously in these amazing places. I know my mother in particular is extremely jealous of me- she purchased a suitcase large enough for my supplies as well as herself. My dad and brother, Alex (18), are also probably trying to find a way onto our plane. I’m lucky to come from a family who loves to travel, and I wouldn’t be surprised if we return to the Galapagos one day. I’ll miss my brother’s comical antics, and will probably end up emailing him at least once for some kind of electronic advice. My friends are also a huge part of my life, and I hope we can stay in touch one way or another over the next three weeks. Those of you doing winter session and heading back to various schools- good luck; those of you staying home- have a fun break! See you guys in February :)I honestly can’t describe how excited I am to embark on this journey- I feel so lucky to be a part of this! I am excited to visit Ecuador, but I’m particularly looking forward to exploring the islands of the Galapagos. And I can’t wait to get to know everyone on the trip!

That’s all for now- wish me luck!! For those of you going- see you at the airport!

~Katy