[Destination] University of Tennessee Martin (USA)
[Study abroad period] March to December XNUMX (XNUMX months)
Q.How are the classes in your country?
From March to August, I took an English class for international students called TIEP, and then took undergraduate classes. TIEP is divided into classes from level XNUMX to XNUMX, and classes are held according to each level.In the grammar class, I learned from basic grammar to specialized English grammar that even native speakers don't know how to use properly, and in the writing class, I learned how to write essays and report formats and rules.I had never written a report in English before, and the content and grammar were terrible at first, but thanks to the enthusiastic guidance of the teachers, I was able to achieve satisfactory results in the final assignment of the Level XNUMX class.
I took a total of five undergraduate classes.In the Faculty of Agriculture, I took two classes: an introduction to agricultural marketing for first-year students and an international food and fiber system.At the end of the semester, each class was assigned a presentation by each group, and in the food and fiber class, we made a presentation about Japan.When I was preparing for the presentation, I sometimes couldn't participate in the conversation because of my accent, which is unique to the south.I also took classes in East Asian women's history, yoga, and percussion ensemble.
Q.how is life?
Martin is a rural town about two hours drive from Memphis, Tennessee's largest city.There are a few restaurants around the university, but it takes about XNUMX minutes to walk to the nearest supermarket.Therefore, in order to buy ingredients and daily necessities, I had no choice but to participate in a shopping tour held once a week for international students, or rely on a friend's car.This may give you a negative image, but I think this is one of the valuable experiences that you can only have at Martin.
Q.short message
Studying in America gave me many invaluable experiences.And in each of those precious experiences, there was someone who supported me.In a new environment, there will always be difficult things, but I believe that you should take on challenges with the belief that there are people everywhere who will support you.
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