London Summer, University of Miami

London Summer, University of Miami London Summer immerses University of Miami students in the dynamic communication industry in London and in the city's political and cultural traditions.

05/03/2021

Calling all adrenaline junkies: Take a dip in Sky Pool, a water-filled bridge between two 10-story residential towers

03/02/2020

A tiny keyhole in the wood paneling turned out to be a portal to Britain's history — a passage created 360 years ago for the coronation of Charles II.

I woke up this morning overwhelmed with the bittersweet feeling of being excited to see my family, but as gloomy as the ...
07/27/2019

I woke up this morning overwhelmed with the bittersweet feeling of being excited to see my family, but as gloomy as the gray sky outside my window that my family we’ve created on this program is gone. (Even if only for three weeks until we’re reunited on campus again.)

I never thought I could learn from and grow so close to a group of mostly complete strangers in just three short weeks. Through every late-night music session and early morning commute, these people had my back and I’ll certainly miss just being able to walk into anyone’s kitchen and make some memories.

The last two days we truly made the most of our time and circled back for a victory-lap through some of our favorite spots; taking in the sights and taste of Borough Market, our favorite street-sprawling and crawling pubs, shopping around Oxford Street, and of course ending on our new adventures of the Thames river cruise and visiting the Shard. Truly a nostalgic ending note. Watching everyone present their projects I felt such a sense of pride in my friends’ progress over these projects that really put our journalistic skills to the test. I know when I began presenting my nervousness showed down to my paper shaking in my quivering hands and crackling voice, but looking out at my new deeply entrenched support network I relaxed into it and ended on a high note, really happy with what I put out there. I felt the confidence to answer questions with poise and conviction.

I couldn’t have made it through these few weeks without the ability of these people to make a positive out of any situation, I don’t think I’ve ever slept less, sweat more, or laughed harder. Thank you to Professors Carr and Treaster, and to everyone who made this a really incredible experience.

Our time in London has come to an end. I couldn’t have asked for a better group to experience this with. Today we ended ...
07/26/2019

Our time in London has come to an end. I couldn’t have asked for a better group to experience this with. Today we ended our adventures with a visit to The Wall Street Journal and a cruise along the Thames where we were fed tea and crumpets.
The Wall Street Journal oozed prestige. We learned all about the different writing aspects of the paper and also how they create video content.
The highlight of our day had to be the tea cruise. We floated by the Tower Bridge, the Shard, and Parliament, all in one ride. Having one last bonding experience with the UM group was the best possible ending to the best possible trip.
Thank you London and UM to a trip I will never forget!

This Is The EndI can’t believe three weeks can go by so fast. It feels like yesterday I was just arriving at the flats m...
07/26/2019

This Is The End

I can’t believe three weeks can go by so fast. It feels like yesterday I was just arriving at the flats meeting my group for the first time and getting to know everyone and now I’m going to be home in 24 hours. I have been given so many positive experiences and lessons and it would be irresponsible of me not to use them in my future academic and working life. But above all else, the memories will stay with me forever. I hope everyone in the 2019 London Study Abroad has a fantastic year ahead of them and I hope that the 2020 group will have just as good of a time as we did.

Well that’s a wrap! Today concluded our agency visits and our program. We were welcomed by the Wall Street Journal’s Lon...
07/26/2019

Well that’s a wrap! Today concluded our agency visits and our program. We were welcomed by the Wall Street Journal’s London Bureau staff, who were kind enough to go in depth about how they make sure to keep their paper relevant. The subscription based paper appeals to a business-minded demographic internationally and the team makes sure to look at the world through a business-minded lens.

To celebrate the conclusion of time in London, our group went on a boat ride across to Thames River which included English Tea. It was the perfect way to end our time here. Luckily the weather was nice which allowed us to sit on the top level of the boat and admire the city.

When I signed up for this program, it seemed as though it was years away. Now, as I am sitting here in awe at how fast the time has gone, I am extremely grateful to my professors and all of the new friends that I have made for making this an unforgettable experience.

Our stay in London, unfortunately, has come to an end. We were privileged enough to visit The Wall Street Journal this m...
07/26/2019

Our stay in London, unfortunately, has come to an end. We were privileged enough to visit The Wall Street Journal this morning and it was my absolute favorite. Although many know The Wall Street Journal for covering finance and business, getting to meet with the team gave me a broader perspective on how much they focus on the accuracy and legitimacy of their reporting. They said that they would rather have a story be completely true, as opposed to publishing it the fastest.

Grainne McCarthy, the deputy chief news editor, said that the Journal being is the most trusted news source, according to the various polls and surveys. This made perfect sense after they explained how they report and verify the information. They make sure to be on the scene and speak to people face to face. This is an important factor that really separates The Wall Street Journal from any other news source because the real human stories can often be overlooked when a huge event happens. It was captivating to see how the team focuses on reporting stories that no other news source has. For example, the report they did on ISIS and how they have smuggled Artifacts out of Syria and Iraq to sell them in the U.S. was really unique and well done. Now that it is time to go back home, my goals and expectations are set a lot higher. I hope that one day I can be part of a dedicated team like the one I saw at The Wall Street Journal.

The day before my project was due, my partner and I were basically done but just had to figure out how we were going to ...
07/26/2019

The day before my project was due, my partner and I were basically done but just had to figure out how we were going to deliver the presentation verbally. While teaching people about Brexit seemed like a daunting task, it turned out to be simpler than we had anticipated after breaking up the presentation into small sections. Sometimes the amount of work you have to do might seem overwhelming, but if you look at it as a series of small steps and manageable tasks, things become a lot clearer.

I was really thankful to work with Dan because he had outstanding patience and drive throughout the whole process. Two Canadians always make a good team. The key to group projects, and a lot of other situations in life, is to be open and communicate your thoughts. Because Dan and I communicated so well, we had a clear idea of what we each had to do and how we were going to do it. Planning, purpose and passion can go a long way when working on a deep project.

Cruising up and down the River Thames was a very fitting end to the trip. It was a quintessential British experience, as...
07/26/2019

Cruising up and down the River Thames was a very fitting end to the trip. It was a quintessential British experience, as we enjoyed an afternoon tea with scones and admired London’s skyline. It was great to sit on the open top level of the boat and think about how far we’ve come as a group. Saying goodbye to my professors after wasn’t sad at all, even though I usually don’t like goodbyes. Everyone was just happy to have made so many memories and new connections, so being upset about it all coming to an end was out of the question. I’m very glad that I was able to experience this program, and I feel that it definitely has given me an advantage in the field of communications.

What a way to end the week! To finish our agency visits, we definitely saved the best for last. The Wall Street Journal ...
07/26/2019

What a way to end the week! To finish our agency visits, we definitely saved the best for last. The Wall Street Journal welcomed us today to their London office. The Wall Street Journal, abbreviated to WSJ, is a global news agency that strives to be unbiased and accurate in all of their reporting. They have offices in New York, London, and Hong Kong, enabling the WSJ to have global, 24/7 news coverage of events all over the globe. Global representation is their standard, as well as speed and accuracy. Visiting their offices filled me again with a sense of excitement: the sense of urgency and responsibility that comes with being a journalist. Visits like these make me excited for the future and what’s to come in the field of journalism and communications!

Are we in London or Miami? Today temperatures reached 100 degrees Fahrenheit. Yes! Triple digits! As we finished present...
07/26/2019

Are we in London or Miami? Today temperatures reached 100 degrees Fahrenheit. Yes! Triple digits! As we finished presenting our wonderfully created Capstone projects, you could tell that the heat was getting to us. We quickly changed to a more comfortable attire to accommodate the heat before heading out to grab lunch on Goodge street. After a much needed lunch with a side of air conditioning we went back to our rooms to prep for our celebratory night at The Shard, a 95-story skyscraper located right next to the London Bridge. The views from the restaurant we went to were breath taking. One of the most beautiful views I have ever laid my eyes on. As the sun creeped away and the sky changed colors, sitting up there really put life in a perspective for me. To see how lucky I am to be doing what I am doing and being surrounded by some amazing people whom I call friends.

Address

5100 Brunson Drive
Coral Gables, FL
33146

Telephone

+19175759562

Website

Alerts

Be the first to know and let us send you an email when London Summer, University of Miami posts news and promotions. Your email address will not be used for any other purpose, and you can unsubscribe at any time.

Contact The University

Send a message to London Summer, University of Miami:

Shortcuts

Share

Category