ADVICES TO THE NEXT CLASS

Good Advises

I had the opportunity to take an English program "Experience America" at Kendall College  for one month.

The experience was amazing because I got to know about the most famous places here in Chicago as Millennium Park, Willis Tower, Navy Pier, Museums and the Shedd Aquarium...

I came to Chicago in January, so in preparing to pack I recommend that you bring clothes which can be worn in layers and a heavy jacket, hat, scarf, and gloves.

Although the scholarship is complete you need to bring money with  or a credit card because in many stores there are good clearance sales so you could buy presents for your family or friends.

Every morning you will have classes, in the afternoon you will visit beautiful and interesting places...

At Kendall College you will meet good people who will always willing to helping you.

Chicago History Museum

AN INTERESTING VISIT

Yesterday, I went to the Chicago History Museum.  Even though it wasn't large the experience was interesting. The Museum has the most important collection of materials related to local history. There are always things to do and see to learn and enjoy.

I learned about Abraham Lincoln's life and I could see different artifacts and photographs of Chicago history.  One that caught my attention was the Votes for Women's photo.

I've always liked old history of the countries. One of my favorite part of the visit was the Pioneer, the first locomative to operate in Chicago. It was know as L car #1.

The Museum offers a variety of programs, publications, and online resources related to Chicago and American history.  For that reason, other beautiful part of the visit was the exhibition Inspiring Beauty: 50 years of Ebony Fashion Fair, with beautiful dresses and accessories.

 
To be continued... (with other stories, lol)

Shedd Aquarium

A GREAT MOMENT IN SHEDD AQUARIUM

On Friday 24th, I went to the Shedd Aquarium with my classmates and we had a great moment.  I could see different fishes including caimans, green sea turtles, giant pacific octopuses, sea lions and bullfrogs. It was amazing!!!

One of my favorites parts of the visit was the dolphins. I took the opportunity to record a video for my parents and friends in Chile.

In the middle of the hall there was a small tank with a fish inside. I had the opportunity to touch it. It was unbelievable, because they were interacting with people all time. Its name is Lake Sturgeon.

I also could see the  jellies.  There are different beautiful types of them and I took a lot of pictures.

I think people couln't miss the opportunity to see different beautiful fishes, including sea horses, green anacondas, sharks, red-bellied piranhas and beluga whales. Among others.

Navy Pier

   A.   Navy Pier

1.  In 1909, Daniel Burnham proposed a modernized of harbor, originally it was called Municipal Pier. It is located on Michigan Avenue with Illinois Street.

2.  In 1916, Navy Pier was opened to public.  In its first decade was successfully attracting both, visitors and ship. It was temporarily closed during World War II when the navy trained more than 60.000 troops on site.  To educate returning veterans and the University of Illinois converted the pier to a campus.

3.    In 1920, Navy Pier’s success started to decline, because the introduction of cars and the opening of movie theaters.

4.  In spite of Navy Pair’s future was uncertain, in 1990 was renovated and nowadays, it has different interesting places.  For example:

a.      The famous Ferry Wheel.

b.      A high musical carousel with different hand-painted animals.

c.       An Auditorium known as the Hall with a Grand Ballroom.

d.      IMAX.

e.      Shakespeare theaters.

f.        Stages.

g.      Exhibition halls.

h.      Museums for children.

My Adventures in Chicago

NEW EXPERIENCES

WILLIS TOWER

Yesterday, my friends and I went to the Willis Tower which is one of the tallest in the world, located in the heart of downtown.  It was amazing!!! I could not miss the opportunity to appreciate the skyline. Definitely, I will never forget this experience...

ICE SKATING

Last weekend, I went to Millennium Park to ice skating and I had a great moment with my friends. Even though, I felt in the middle of the skating rink I enjoyed the experience.

PARTY

Another funny experience was when my classmates and I wanted to go to a party in order to have a good time.  We took the subway at 2:am and we got lost because we passed away from the correct subway station LOL. But we came back next day and found the correct place. Here is the evidence.

The Harold Washington Library

The Harold Washington Library

On January 16th, I went to the Harold Washington Library wich is one of the largest public library building around the world. The building has a beautiful architecture and history.

I think the most surprising aspect of Chicago is how big is the city comparated with Chile.  I think the people are respectful and nice (obviously there are exceptions). I also had the opportunity to talk with people from different countries and practicing my English.

I think the food is delicious but expensive and I miss chilean food.  My favorite meal was chicken with sweet and sour sauce.  And the least favorite one was black bean salad.

On the other hand, I think the weather is according to the season´s city but I would like to come in a few months more and enjoy the sun.

I have enjoyed every day since I arrived to the city. When I knew the snow I was very excited because I knew not.  I think the architecture and history of each place are beautiful.

My daily life in Chile is very stressful because I'm studying Engineering and I don´t have free time.  And although I also miss my family, friends and food  I´m enjoying every place I visit and everything I do.  I will never forget this experience.

Winter in Chicago

MY FIRST DAYS IN CHICAGO

I'm Andrea Godoy I come from Chile and  I live in Santiago.  I'm  studying Engineering in Business Administration mention Human Resources.

I live with my parents Erika and Jose.  I have an older brother called Cristian and many good friends. I have pet, his name is Bruno.

I like to go out with my friends, listening music and watching movies.  On weekends, I also like riding my bike to be in a good shape.

I came to Chicago, because I want to improve my pronunciation and fluency. I'd also like to visit different beautiful places, for example The Millennium Park and to learn about the Chicago's culture.

I think the Picasso sculpture represents Picasso's creativity and innovative style.

The Art Institute of Chicago is located in Chicago's Grant Park and It's one of the most famous museums around the world.

The Museum is on Michigan Avenue with two bronze lion statues created by Edward Kemeys, that was one of my favorites parts of the visit.  It includes American art, decorative arts and beautiful architecture.