All the international student ambassadors of StudyAdelaide, including myself, came together yesterday to have a gathering at UniSA campus. Having this massive free Barbeque for international students was a student ambassador initiative and I must say it went really well.
We had raffle draws, where a lucky few walked away with a 2GB thumb drive, not to mention the sausages and veggie patties that were served hot and crispy for many of the students who attended it. It was a short gathering but it was the highlight of the day. We got the chance to talk to many other students and enlighten them on the future events StudyAdelaide is organising. There is always something to do or somewhere to chill in Adelaide. You have got to check the StudyAdelaide website frequently to be sure you don’t miss the exciting outings and the numerous events that come your way.
Wow, times flies in Adelaide. When you turn a new page in the diary, it's already September.
My September calendar is often decorated with heaps colourful reminder notes. Purple is coded for tests, blue is for assignments and projects, pink is for practicals, and orange is for presentations. Yes, this is a busy time of the year, especially to a senior student like me. When you can see the finish line no longer too far away, you heat up all the energy, speed up to hit the goal at your personal best. Our very last tests and assignments for year 12 are due in a week or two. Our school library is more crowded during free lessons. I and my pals spend more time revising all the concepts we have done throughout the year. Let's put some more effort in because you will get out what you get in. :P
Something more special today, I and Steph stuck a new note into our diaries, a big fat green on: our post-senior resolutions. You know, besides school life, we should all enjoy these incredible high-school days. There is something about Adelaide that makes my days here absolutely awesome: my Aussie and my international friends at school. And Steph is my best Aussie friend (eventhough she maybe the worst person to cover "Headlines" by Spicegirls, no kidding). Anyway, we have agreed that: after our super super important external exams in November (which we will need to revise very carefully together), we will make this year summer holiday the best one ever. Even though I can head home right after I finish my exams, I will stay here for another month to celebrate Chrissie (that's how we call Christmas) and New Year with Steph in the tent at the back of her yard. A couple of things that we have jotted down in the resolution: Linh needs to try some sport, and Steph will be Linh's personal coach, Steph needs to learn some Vietnamese and Linh will be Steph's private tutor. One more thing, I may learn how to ride Steph's horse. That is a very promising plan isn't it?
Spring is in the air. Beautiful weather. Busy school. And Happy Friends.