MY GEO LIFE!

Now, we are already at the half-way point of the GEO program. Time goes by so fast, doesn’t it? In the beginning, the GEO program was a little bit tough, because I had so many things to do! There were the morning and afternoon classes, preparing for the team drama, competitions, club meetings, and various other events. At first, the heavy schedule made me very tired, but as each day passes, GEO becomes even more and more exciting and interesting.

Sports night cheer performed by the author's Team, BELIZE

Catch the Tail game, Team Belize warming up before the game starts

I have already made many good friends. Plus, the TAs and professors working in the GEO program are especially helpful and friendly. I truly believe GEO has helped me improve my ability to speak English. Although it is a real challenge, the rule that we have to speak English, not only in class but also in the dormitory, provides an excellent opportunity for me to push myself to the next level of English fluency.

Class photo during Pop Quiz time

The author mingling with Korean friend and Filipino teaching assistant, Gellene

Enjoying the Cheese & Wine party

Another great point about GEO is that it contains so many different activities and events. This helps me learn English by experience. For example, by the benefit of the cooking club, I learn some practical everyday words and I get to eat some delicious food, too! Learning English can be very tiring and difficult, but GEO provides a setting whereby speaking English is coming to me naturally. I think it’s the best way to learn a second language.

Cooking pancakes, The authors club mates and professor Keith in the Cooking Club

The author and his close friend, Michael, with the delicious pancakes that students cooked themselves.

So, these are just a few of my brief thoughts about GEO. I am eagerly looking forward to the rest of my time in GEO and I will continue to do my very best. I also hope to make lots more new friends and have lots more fun!

Written by Chung Min Bae, GEO class 3-2 (Professor Greg & TA Maricris)