Maria Thompson

Hometown/State/Country Grafton, Illinois, USA
Major/Minor Education and Global Studies double major; History minor
Why Slovenia, Croatia & Bosnia? I am very excited to visit Slovenia, Croatia, & Bosnia, since they are countries which I did not know much about before—this abroad is a way for me to learn more about them and experience their cultures, and of course see all the beautiful sights and enjoy the good traveling times along the way.
What Slovenian landscape feature are you most excited to see, and why? Lake Bled! Every picture I’ve seen of the place is absolutely gorgeous; the giant lake is on the edge of the beautiful town of Bled, not to mention there is an island in the middle and castle nearby.
If you had your own shield/coat of arms, what four qualities would you choose to represent you? love, strength, intelligence, and fearlessness
For me, the SloCroBo Abroad is an opportunity to…. For me, the SloCroBo Abroad is an opportunity to expand my knowledge of world perspectives and gain a better understanding of other cultures, all while growing as a student, group member, and Christian Scientist.