UMass Boston – Glasgow Caledonian University Pre-Medical Exchange Ambassadors

1. UMass Boston – Glasgow Caledonian University Pre-Medical ExchangeAmbassadors How were our ambassadors chosen? Each student constructed a Wiki page with an essay that detailed why they should be chosen, what it would mean to them if they were chosen, and how they intended to keep up with school work if chosen. Students must represent the high academic standards that are fundamental to achieving community objectives, display community spirit by being an active community builder and representing who we are and what we have achieved, be poised and articulate when meeting university officials and professionals while on the exchange, regularly blog (incorporate images, videos, etc.) to share experiences and help to grow the program, and will accompany the Dean to share exchange experiences upon return. The ultimate decision was made by member of the Freshman Success Communities, who voted for the ambassadors. Pre Med A George Tarabelsi Sarah Ahmed Nikhil Illa Francesca Corsini Pre Med B Nicole Ocasio Jen Roa Bhumi Patel Cassandra Gath Day 1 Our first day in Glasgow was a success! Even after missing our connecting flight in Heathrow, we were able to make it to Glasgow before noon, and were able to explore the city, its shops, and even the River Clyde. The fact that everything is genuinely green is probably the coolest thing to see. --Cassandra Day 5 Thursday was our final day of shadowing the GCU students in their classes, which was a bit disappointing because their lectures and lab were really cool. We got to see Julie in action during one of her tutorials which was quite informative; we learned about catalysts and enzyme based reactions. --Frankie Day 7 Today, we explored the east side of Glasgow. Popular tourist attractions that we visited included the Glasgow Cathedral and the Necropolis. Within such a small perimeter, there was so much tradition and culture. It was amazing to see such a key piece of Glasgow’s history. -- Jen Day 3  Today, we were able to go see Loch Lomond in the Scottish highlands. The weather held out, and we were able to go right on the shores of the loch. Pictures don’t do it justice, but the view was absolutely amazing. --Sarah Day 2 Riding in the tour bus around all around Glasgow was an amazing experience. We learned a great deal about the city’s history and got the chance to see all the city’ main attractions, my favorite part was the Glasgow green. You haven’t seen green until you’ve seen the Glasgow green! - -George Day 6 Today is Saturday, and we traveled to Edinburgh Castle! The train ride out to the highlands was about an hour, and then were able to see the city! We walked the Royal Mile, all the way from the castle down to the palace. Edinburgh is absolutely beautiful; all of the architecture is Gothic. We were even able to visit a cathedral from the Middle Ages. We even got some final shopping done in Scotland’s historic capital. --Bhumi Day 8 This trip has been one of the most memorable experiences of my life. So many beautiful places, so much to see, but so little time. The students were the great group of people that made us feel at home with care and kindness all throughout the trip. --Nicole Day 4 We learned a lot at the University of Glasgow’s Museum of Anatomy. We were given an assignment to do; a sort of ‘treasure hunt’. We spent the rest of the afternoon wandering the grounds and campus of the University of Glasgow. The campus was amazing; it felt like we were at Hogwarts getting ready for our first game of Quidditch. --Nikhil