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This is the story of a young American girl in Greece. It takes place amid social and economic turmoil, during the worst crisis the country has had for the last 30 years. Whitney Praiz is a sophomore in archeology and environmental science in Oregon, specializing in geo-archeology. She is currently pursuing her career in science at the American University in Athens, where she fell in love more than a year ago. Whitney shares with GRReporter’s  readers her views and impressions of the Balkan state.

Greek myth becomes reality 

One of my professors had lived and worked in Greece for about four years. He recommended that I apply for the students exchange program. I've always been interested in the Mediterranean region and the archaeological treasures of Greece, so for me coming to Athens was a step forward. When I took this decision I felt really excited but at the same time quite scared. The language and the environment where completely unknown to me. Although my parents were quite worried themselves, I received their complete support. Furthermore, the program began right after the major 2008 unrest.

First Impressions