Change of Plans.

For those who were not aware, one of the main reasons I returned to to Oz in July was to, among other things, check out grad school at UNSW and University of Sydney. Having been accepted into both schools' International Public Health Masters programs, I was optimistic about returning next year to study. However, after scoping out both schools, speaking with multiple professors, adding up international student fees, and getting input from other students in the program, I've decided not to go to grad school here next year. It's been a difficult decision to make, but one I feel more and more positive about the more I research my other options. At this point, those include schools in the UK, South Africa, and potentially East Coast USA, which may come as a shock to many/most who know me well..

The great part is, I'll be home at Christmastime with no immediate plans, which I've found is always when exciting things [can] happen. The hardest part is acknowledging I have only a month left in my favourite place in the world, with people I've grown close to. Win some, lose some, I suppose. Thanks to everyone who's been a sounding board for me through this process. Here's to gingersnaps and eggnog in just 4 more weeks!