The night train : an honors thesis (HONRS 499)

Abstract

In participating in the Australian Centre program, I had the chance to experience things I had never imagined myself doing. While I was there studying, I had the opportunity to travel on the weekends. For me and two friends, this meant we traveled at night to maximize the time we spent at each destination.When we first set out, I had no idea that riding the night train would be such a mind-opening experience. I met many interesting people and saw beautiful lush countryside. Meanwhile, I was surprised by how much I teamed about the culture and about myself while riding the train. It was through the people and the train that I saw Australia. In order to share my journey with readers, I wrote a collection of short, creative non-fiction pieces that exemplify my learning experiences and personal growth during my Australian adventures.