Hello! My name is David Chase and I am a rising senior at Temple University. I am a Communication Studies major here at Klein, so I am taking this class as an elective. I am super excited to visit Dublin! I have been to the UK once before (Scotland), but never to Ireland. I didn’t go to Scotland too long ago, so I am interested to pick up on some of the differences and maybe similarities between the two neighboring countries.

I wasn’t very familiar with CSR before this week’s online classes. So I, for one, am glad that we had those meetings this week for me to feel more informed in the world of CSR. I am curious to find out what companies in Dublin focus their specific efforts on in the realm of corporate social responsibility and sustainability. I would like to imagine most companies out there are doing their part in contributing to environmental & social sustainability. 

I am eager to get out there and meet my classmates, talk to locals, see different landmarks, and try new foods. I’m hoping Allie and Professor Ryan will be excited to share with us what they know about Dublin. I can’t wait to take some cool pictures and have a few pints at different pubs that intrigue me. Hopefully I can maybe catch a sporting event or perhaps some good music. Nevertheless, whatever we are doing out there will certainly be engaging and leave me wanting more time there! 

Overall, I am going into this trip with a positive and open mindset, and can’t wait to touch down in Dublin!

Slán!

-David Chase