Author
Katie Garrett
Location
University College London, England
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Katie Garrett
University College London, England
Hello! My name is Katie Garrett and I am a junior at Mount Holyoke College in South Hadley, Massachusetts. I am majoring in Art History, which I will study at University College London this fall semester. I grew up in a suburb of Portland, OR, and traveling 3,500 miles for school has given me independence, helped me discover my identity, and inspired me. I love traveling, singing, writing, hiking, and any type of exploring really! I have spent the past two summers as a backpacking guide for scouts in New Mexico, for I love both the bustling city and the serene wilderness. I find both environments to be full of opportunities, contagious excitement, and rejuvenating energy.
The first obstacle I must face during my semester abroad: packing light without wearing the same thing for three months straight. I love clothes. I also play the “what if” game when packing. What if I don’t feel like wearing those shoes? What if I spill… More