A student at Western Carolina and a graduate of Pisgah High School, now 23-year-old Casey Moseley was ready for an adventure when she set out to study abroad in Ireland last year. Having never lived away from the home where she grew up in Clyde, it’s safe to say her five-month stay in Galway changed her life. Looking back on her adventure, here’s what Casey had to say:

Q: What was your favorite experience in Ireland?

A: "Going to the Cliffs of Moher. I just stood in awe and total silence the first time I saw them. It's almost like a fairy tale because everything is so green and gorgeous."

Q: What was the biggest culture shock?

A: "It would have to be between having to walk or take a bus to go everywhere and having to turn on the hot water heater when I needed hot water and wait half an ...