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Welcome to Agnes Scott campus! 

Welcome back to agnesupclose. My name is Karolina and I am your International Fellow this year. This is my second year as a student at Agnes Scott and in the United States. I come from Poland, a beautiful country of tradition and folklore, situated in the heart of Europe. My hope for this year is to share with you the experiences and information about this place so that, although you might be very far from here, you can feel more connected to us. Please, don’t hesitate to contact me about any questions or doubts. I would love to receive suggestions about topics that you would like to see me posting on the blog, too. Remember, I was in the same situation so I truly understand the anxiety of making a decision to start education in another country.

A little bit about me: I left Poland and my family at the age of 16 to start studying in an international school in Norway. Only there did I realized that stepping out of your comfort zone provided by home isn’t easy but at the same time, it is extremely enriching. In Norway I met people from around 80 countries. I lived in one room with people from four different continents. I started appreciating diversity and realized that everyone deserves to give themselves a chance to explore the world. The fact that you are reading this means that you have already began to give yourself that chance!

On the left: the President of Agnes Scott College Elizabeth Kiss

 I am majoring in economics, and I am very interested in Spanish language and culture. I am a member of the International Student Association (ISA) here on campus. It is an organization that promotes sharing and learning about cultures represented by our students and faculty. We organize various events like a fashion show, lecture series, world festivals and many more. You will hear a lot about us through this blog later on.  Another group that I am a part of is SPARK, where we spend a couple of hours weekly with the local kids, interacting with them and teaching them how to read. These are a few of the many activities that are offered on campus, just to give you an idea of how varied they are. 

The streets of Decatur

 One of my favorite things about Agnes Scott is its location. We are in the city of Decatur, just a 5-minute walk from the beautiful Decatur square and a street of international cafes and restaurants. You will definitely find something for yourself. There is even a great chance that it will be your own country’s food. In my free time, I take my friends for a walk or jog to explore the beautiful area surrounding Agnes Scott. Occasionally, I like to listen to different kinds of music in Eddie’s Attic, a music club that has hosted many famous musicians in the past.

CNN Station is only one of many places worth visiting in Atlanta

 As you can see from this short introduction, I feel very happy and lucky to be a Scottie. I am looking forward to hear from you at globaladmission@agnesscott.edu and sharing the upcoming posts with you. Good luck with a new school year!

Your International Fellow

Karolina Klimczak

Class of 2016