Today was an early morning starting at 8. We traveled by bus to the Limavady NWRC campus. The vet tech students there gave us a presentation on how things are done there. After the presentation some Irish dancers did a few different dances which were super cute. After that we went to an Oyster fry which was absolutely delicious. It consisted of potato cakes, soda bread, sausage, fried eggs etc. Potato bread was my favorite. After we ate, we had to give our presentation which we were all nervous for. We did amazing for it!! We visited the classroom where the vet tech students learn at. They had stations set up where they were practicing for their practical portions national exam before certification.

The afternoon consisted of off campus activities. We took a bus ride to visit some scenic views which included a temple. After the temple we took a trip to see alpacas and got to take them for a walk. My alpacas name was Terry and he was 2 years old. He wasn’t a fan of going on the walk and stayed in the back. All alpacas were super cute including Jim Bob who did not care to be walked and followed behind everywhere. He is working on his social skills and did take some treats from a few students today which was amazing progress. It was an awesome time.

– Rachel, SPC Ireland (Vet Tech) Study Abroad Program, March 2026