Category: Summer 2015
Claire Peaceman
How I Made Lemonade of My Summer
Claire Peaceman
Summer 2015
I have spent most of my time recently making lemonade from the lemons life has thrown my way. I spent almost every day of the spring semester searching for my perfect DC internship opportunity. I had every job posting website bookmarked on my laptop, I called in favors from contacts I had in Washington, and I spoke frequently with Chelsea and Walter to strategize. I ended up applying to nearly 50 different internship positions. And still, I boarded the plane to Washington in late May with no set placement lined up for myself.
Weiran Cheng
Dining in DC—Good Japanese Food
Weiran Cheng
Summer 2015
Before I came to DC, one of my friends who had visited DC told me it was a really boring city. She said, “It’s just a city where people go to work and you’ll find there’s not many good restaurants.” Since I like dining out and exploring good Japanese food, what she said really disappointed me. However, after two months of searching and trying new food, my friend in this program and I have both found special and very good Asian dining places in the city. The restaurants standards and modern style really go beyond my expectations.
In the following paragraphs, I will introduce some good Japanese food in the Adams Morgan and Dupont Circle area, which are convenient and close to the Debonair.
Katya Gonzalez-Willette
6 Keys to Time Management in DC
Katya Gonzalez-Willette
Summer 2015
1. Buy an agenda or planner
Between your internship and classes you will be very busy throughout the semester. It is vital you write the important things down so you know when your assignments or deadlines are coming up. You don’t forget to do them.
2. Create a healthy balance between work, class and a social life
Even if you are very busy, remember to make time to enjoy yourself in DC because the city has so much to offer! It is important to give yourself a break from the chaos of work and class to go out and explore. Tip: maintain a healthy balance and don’t let your social life get in the way of your professional and academic development.
Margaux Carle
5 Things You Should Know Before Riding the Metro in the Summer
Margaux Carle
Summer 2015
1. If you have to walk to the metro stop, prepare for sweat
It’s no secret that DC summers are brutal. The heat warnings alone would be enough to make you second-guess why you chose to spend your summer in DC, but the real killer is the humidity. DC is a beautiful city that can be fun to commute through…. until you drown on your way to the bus stop! Unfortunately, humidity is hard to combat so be prepared for some sweaty commutes. When in doubt, bring a spare shirt or, ladies, put your hair up!
Dan Stone
Becoming a Great Intern on the Hill
Dan Stone
Summer 2015
First things first, congrats on getting accepted to be an intern on the Hill. You did it. While many continually doubt the effectiveness of our Congress (and often justifiably so), no one can contest the fact that there is still much work to be done. More than likely, your part in that work will consist of corresponding with the multitude of constituents who will phone and write the office on a regular basis, researching legislation, and running miscellaneous errands, i.e. coffee runs for the Congressman or woman.
Laura Capicotto
Interning Abroad vs. Interning “Abroad”
Laura Capicotto
Summer 2015
I had the privilege to study in Dublin this past spring semester. It was a time I will never forget and always cherish. As cultured as my time in Europe made me, I do not believe it benefited me professionally. Similar to the DC program, students have an internship while in Dublin. However, the Dublin program places you in a position. The best you can do is cross your fingers and hope it applies to your major or interest in any way possible. I was placed in a small boutique firm that focused on lifestyle brands and products. As nice as the employees (and by employees I mean the boss and her two other interns) were, I quickly realized this was not going to be as much of a productive use of my time as I wanted. On an average day I would have about an hour of actual work to accomplish then I would be done for the day. However, it was all a learning experience: I learned that this was not the environment or type of work I would like to be involved with until the end of my days. I left Ireland on April 24th with a more clear vision of where I wanted my life to go. More
Sophia Foutsitzis
Why D.C. Isn’t Just Studying Away
By Sophia Foutsitzis
Summer 2015
While it may not be London, Sydney, or Shanghai, studying abroad in Washington DC will be a fulfilling experience for anyone of any background. Personally, my whole life has essentially been a study abroad. Having grown up in India and with my Greek heritage, my understanding of American culture was limited to what I witnessed when I visited very summer and what I learned in the classroom at my international school. While I love to travel and I actively pursue any opportunity I have to visit a new country, part of me was curious to explore this country. The country I chose to study in.
World War Two Memorial looking at the Washington Memorial
