Thank you, Sujin!
On Wednesday May 23, 2018 we heard from our Rotary Exchange student Sujin, on her Rotary Exchange year in review. She arrived in the US on August 12, 2017 from Korea, and promptly celebrated her 17th birthday on August 22nd. She noted that after middle school in Korea they don't celebrate birthdays the way we do, so that was fun for her. She has had the opportunity to stay with two host families while she is here. That was Beardsley's and Bothun's. Sujin shared pictures of her activities with her families that included Deer hunting, goose hunting, ice fishing, a 5K, water skiing - or trying to water ski, canoeing, and prom.
She celebrated Halloween, Christmas and Easter with her families too. She was able to take in a performance of the Grinch who stole Christmas and enjoyed that very much. She loved the Christmas lights, and hopes to do a little more decorating once she is home for the holiday.
She enjoyed the food here, and some of her favorites included Shrimp Taco's from the Depot and Enchiladas from El Tequila.
She was able to take a spring break trip to Florida to see her twin sister who is also on exchange. While there they visited Disney, where she had a fun time, but waited a lot for food that looked pretty, but didn't taste super good.
Sujin made the most of her time here, she participated in the orchestra and had may performances. She was not encouraged by her instructors in Korea to participate in an exchange program but is very glad she did. When she returns home, she will tell them what an amazing time she had in the United States. Sujin hopes to come back and visit and has chosen September as the ideal month. August was just too hot, and she said she will be out of here by the time the snow comes!
Sujin, you have been a delight to get to know over the past year. Faribault Rotary was very fortunate to have you with us, we wish you all the best in your future plans both professionally and personally. Please keep in touch!!
Congratulations on a very eventful and successful exchange year!