We now travel to France to catch up with track and field junior Jacob Saxon. A mathematics major, he is currently abroad in Aix-en-Provence, France, at the Institute for American Universities (IAU College). Here is a report on his time abroad.

What classes are you taking?  What class is your favorite?
Abroad I am taking five interesting courses: a religion course that compares Judaism, Christianity and Islam; an art history class about non-European art's influence on European art; beginner's French; a literature class focusing on European cities portrayed in novels and films; and my favorite class, intro to photography.

What made you want to go abroad?
I wanted to go abroad to experience life and culture outside the United States, study a new language, and make new friends.

What countries have you traveled to, which was your favorite?
So far I have traveled around France, Spain, Belgium and Italy with more trips planned. I loved everywhere I have visited, but my favorite might be Italy after tasting the food.

What are you doing to train and prepare for your sport while so far away?
Luckily, I participate in a sport that does not require much gear. I have been doing some running in a nearby park before classes to keep up with training for cross country. There is also a track about a mile away from my homestay that I use.

Any words to your team back home?
I'd like to wish Corey the best of luck at nationals. And as for the larger cross country and track & field family, I miss everyone dearly and hope you are all well.  

Morgan Weiss, Women's Lacrosse (Washington, D.C.)
Eva Sodaitis, Women's Basketball (Florence, Italy)
Erin Duca, Women's Lacrosse (Copenhagen, Denmark)
Alisa DeLuca, Women's Lacrosse (Maastricht, the Netherlands)
Stephen Koester, Baseball (Tanzania, Africa)