![]() This experience helped me gain a new perspective on so many things, whether it was opening my eyes to the power of charity, with the amazing Habitat for Humanity trip to Kenya, which is the most rewarding memory of them all or discovering more of the world itself, though all the amazing trips I was lucky enough to experience throughout my year here. Looking back, I now know that I was learning at Surval even when I didn’t realize it it was only in retrospect that I realized how important skills such as organization and leadership are, skills that I developed thanks to the different activities we were asked to lead here, such as the Halloween and St Nicholas celebrations. Life at Surval also taught me how to be more responsible and punctual in general, even from something as simple as attending 8.30 Assemblies on time! Surval became my home away from home, and I miss it constantly. Finally, I came to the conclusion that what I really wanted to be was a diplomat, and I am doing everything in my hands to accomplish that dream. Once we graduated in June of 2017, it was time to face the real world: it was time for a new adventure and, though I knew I would miss everyone, I was beyond excited to take the next step into becoming the person that I aspire to be, opening the new chapter in my life of being a university undergraduate.īack then, even if I was quite sure that I wanted to study law, I wasn’t really sure of the best direction to move in then, living here at Surval, discovering so many different cultures and languages, and, through my International Relations classes, becoming increasingly aware of everything that was going on in the world, I realized that I wanted to make this the focus for the rest of my life to work in an environment where I can speak in favor of those topics I am most passionate about, helping to make changes for the better in the world we live in. There was never a day that wasn’t filled with laughter and excitement because I had my sisters by my side, and, even if there were ups and downs, we were always supporting each other through thick and thin, and that is the most valuable thing Surval gave me – friendships that will last a lifetime. ![]() And, though I arrived uncertain if I would want to stay, because I didn’t know what life living here was going to be like, I left wanting to stay forever, to pause time and hold on to the moment for a little longer. ![]() I discovered the most amazing places alongside the most amazing people. ![]() There are so many beautiful memories that I hold deeply in my heart, these being so special that it is hard even putting them into words even the smallest flashbacks make me nostalgic, taking me back to all the laughs I shared in these halls, all the early mornings getting ready for trips, taking the train to visit Lausanne or Vevey on the weekends, all the late nights talking about our dreams for the future that we hoped someday would become real.Ĭertainly, my year here in Switzerland was the best year of my life. Whether it was being more open minded about new cultures and learning about lifestyles different from mine, or more personal aspects, such as speaking my mind, standing up for the people who need it the most or even being able to know myself more deeply, being more aware of my strengths and weaknesses, Surval helped me decide who I wanted to be in the future. Moreover, I remember dearly all the wonderful people I had the pleasure of meeting without a doubt, I can say that every person I met here taught me valuable lessons that changed me for the better, making me the woman I am today. I still remember as if it was yesterday: all the little paths downhill that took you to magical places, the calmness spread by the landscape filled with nature, and the beautiful view of the lake surrounded by stunning mountains. There are a million feelings, a thousand thoughts and a hundred memories that come rushing back to me by just thinking of Switzerland, of Montreux, of Surval. Woodhouse for inviting me and giving me the opportunity of reliving, at least for a day, what was the best experience of my life. I’m Valeria Pacifici and I’m extremely honored to be here today, which is why I would like to thank Mrs. Before we start, I would like to introduce myself. ![]()
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