CAPE TOWN, SOUTH AFRICA ELI BOVARNICK Eli’s Majors: Journalism (Strategic Communication), History Program: University of Cape Town Exchange, Spring Academic Life: I took three classes while abroad studying at the University of Cape Town. The classes were Media in South Africa, Film and History, and Crime & Deviance in South African Cities. I would characterize the classes as being interesting and I learned a great deal from them. However, the classes became slightly confusing because 2/3 of my classes had a system of rotating professors and I had a different one nearly every few weeks. Overall, the classes were not as difficult as they are at Madison, but to obtain a high mark I still had to work hard. Most Memorable Moments: Going to Namibia for spring break was one of the most memorable experiences from my time abroad. Four of my friends and I traveled to Namibia for nine days and traversed a country I knew nothing about and never expected to set foot in. The beautiful nature I encountered as well as the unique culture of Namibia is something I will take with me for a very long time. Advice for Someone Considering this Program: Cape Town has everything to offer someone who wants to spend time there. Cape Town is a major world city with a unique mix of natural beauty and cosmopolitan modernity. There is so much to do there and it’s almost impossible to be bored. The one caution I would say to potential students is that they should not choose Cape Town on a whim. South Africa is a nation still developing its national identity and it’s not yet at the level of many wellestablished countries around the world. It could be difficult if a student has the wrong idea about living there. However, for anyone that is passionate about studying in Cape Town, it is an outstanding and unique location to spend his or her time abroad. 106 Red Gym / p. (608) 265-6329 / www.studyabroad.wisc.edu e. [email protected] / skype: peeradvisor.studyabroad Eli on a trip to Namibia, Africa. “I learned that I should always try and hear another perspective in addition to my own.”