Induction Week

Induction week is the week before actual classes start, and it's been a bit of a bore really. I've had to go to many orientation-like sessions for business exchange students each day and I've learned helpful things such as how to write an essay and site your sources, how to take notes effectively, how to prevent fires in your dorm room, how to find books in the library, and many other things that people generally already know before entering their university years. I've also been reprimanded for switching one of my classes without permission. I didn't realize I needed permission!

It hasn't been all bad though! I went on a walking tour of the downtown area with my business mentor and saw what an awesome city Manchester actually is. There have also been socials through the business school just about every night at different pubs and clubs so we get a feel for the night life. There are so many different clubs/pubs/bars everywhere, it seems like there is something for every genre and interest. The goal this weekend is to find some live music as well as the Chinatown. Apparently Manchester is home to the UK's largest Chinatown which means I will finally get to enjoy Dim Sum again!

PASTY UPDATE: I tried a ham and cheese pasty and a cornish pasty (beef, potatoes, and onions) and while both were delicious, the cheese and onion one is still my favorite.

Enjoy the pics!

View out one of my windows







These are the taxis that are safe to ride in. Apparently if they don't look like this and you get in one and get in an accident, you will not be insured!