What is your name and where are you from?
I’m Cindy Mora from Colombia.
What made you interested in studying English with the IEP?
I worked for many years in Colombia, and during my last job with a multinational energy company, I realized that to keep growing professionally, I really need to speak English. So, I decided to pause my professional life and come to the USA to study, and the IEP at Indiana University is the perfect fit for my goal.
What have you enjoyed most about the program?
I really enjoyed meeting people from different parts of the world, understanding how they think and live. Learning about different religions and getting a deeper understanding of American culture has been very enriching, not only for the language but also for personal growth.
What surprised you most about the program?
The most surprising thing is how you start to improve at each level and feel your own growth. It’s a really gratifying feeling.
What is something that was most interesting to learn about the English language?
It’s fascinating how you begin to understand different topics better, as you can access a wealth of information in this language. Also, it’s amazing to see how having better English skills opens up a lot of opportunities in the world.
What were your first impressions about Bloomington?
To be honest, when I arrived in winter 2023, I found the town dark, the trees ugly, and the weather terrible, especially since we don’t have seasons in my country. But over time, I got to know Bloomington better and now I love it here. The fall is really beautiful, and the summer is a lot of fun.
What are your plans now that you’re leaving the program?
I’m very excited because I’ve been accepted into the Kelley School of Business at Indiana University to pursue an MBA.
How do you think your new English language skills will influence your plans for the future?
Having better English skills has opened up new opportunities for me and changed my life goals. As a result, I started dreaming of studying for an MBA, and now, after a year of studying English and working hard, this opportunity is becoming a reality.
But the most important thing after studying in an IEP is not just improving your English skills, but also how an international experience changes your life and your perspective on the world and other cultures. You also get to meet people like Michael, the grammar professor, who can change your life. You begin to understand more about American culture; it teaches you to be kind and patient, and finally, you realize that “We all laugh in the same language.”
Thank you, IEP!
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