Six months ago I decided to study abroad in Copenhagen. I already knew I was going to study abroad somewhere so then it just became a matter of choosing the "where." I looked at a lot of places, but when I started taking a closer look at DIS (Danish Institute for Study Abroad) it was like all the pieces began falling together for what I wanted... Great psychology classes? Check. Experiential learning? Check. Travel opportunities? Check. (Just to name a few) Before I knew it, I was sold on the idea. And now it's less than 3 weeks until I'll be flying to Copenhagen for a 4 month cultural adventure.
Through this blog I hope to capture my time in Copenhagen from a few different angles (from my classes and travels to my impressions of Copenhagen and my thoughts on how to be a great Dane), following my curiosity where it leads me, and being open to learning a thing or two (or three or four) from the Danes. From my quest to learn a bit about Denmark before I get there (to be saved for another post) I already have some questions:
Denmark is rated one of the happiest nations, but what exactly makes the Danes so happy?
What does Copenhagen do to earn the ranking of one of the top eco-friendly cities in the world?
Do the Danes really wear black all the time?
Biking in the snow and ice... really?
And how exactly do you pronounce those elusive Danish vowels? (ø, æ, å)
Who knows where my questions and their answers will lead me. But one thing's for certain - there's a whole lot of newness coming my way... and I can't wait!
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