I’d like to make it clear that this is my personal blog. While I work at the American College of Sofia (ACS) this is by no means an official ACS website. Here’s the ACS website if you’re looking for it. Thus if it’s not already clear the views and information presented here in this blog are my own.
The entrance marker of the campus
When it comes to writing about ACS you’ll notice that I never post identifiable information about my colleagues or my students this includes names, photos and the like. I believe that they have the right to their privacy and that my blogging should not interfere with this. As such, if and when, I write about my experiences and impressions at ACS you’ll notice that I am much more likely to post photos of campus, descriptions of events I’ve participated in (Bulgarian National dance) or about books that I am teaching.
What is comes down to is that I have plenty to say about my own life and I don’t feel any need to speak for ACS nor do I think that I need to speak much about the work that I do at the American College of Sofia. The work I do is pretty standard–I teach English, I grade papers (I am human so I also grumble about this from time to time), I support students inside and outside of the classroom and I spend lots of time planning, preparing and preping for class.
So that’s that. I like where I work, what I do, where I do it and who I do it with. And all in all, I think this is about as much as a girl could ask for when it comes to work.
Hi!
I am actually really happy I found your blog because 2 weeks ago I was offered a Fulbright ETA grant to Bulgaria! My dilemma is that I was offered a traveling/teaching job and now I need to choose between the 2 offers. I am a graduating senior from Holy Cross in MA so I kind of need something to do with my first year out of school. Anyway, I don’t have a placement yet as to where in Bulgaria I’d be but I would really really really appreciate any advice or a quick overview on your experience. I have read many of your posts but I was wondering if you could at all sum it all up. If you prefer to email me, that would work too: omprus10@holycross.edu
Anything would be so helpful! Thank you!
Olivia
Hello Carolyn,
My name is Tyler Wasson. I was a Peace Corps Volunteer in Bulgaria from August of ’07 until October of ’09, and am currently living in Burgas with my Bulgarian wife. I have been reading and enjoying your blog for the past few months.
A couple of times you mention having lived in Walla Walla. I have to admit this really caught my attention – I’m from Spokane! Anyways, I think you have my e-mail as it’s required to leave a comment. I think it would be nice to meet you sometime and share experiences. I’m sure you’re busy so no problems if not. Also, feel free to check out my blog if you get time: tylerbulgaria.blogspot.com
Hope all is well in Sofia,
-Tyler
Hi Carolyn,
Im Hristina from FASHION Magazine – we’ve met a couple of months ago for a article i wrote for you and other expads is Bulgaria. Im doing a new article dedicated to Sofia and i want to ask you to write something for us. Please send me your mobile to call and explain you better or contact me asap on shekina@abv.bg or in my cell 0898858493
Thank you in advance
Hi, Carolyn,
My name is Zara and I am an editor at a lifestyle magazine called ROUGE. I read some of your stories in your blog and I found them really inspiring and full of very nice sense of humor, so I suggested to my colleagues to invite you for a short interview, let’s say, for our September issue. I can’t say now what exactly the topic would be but I am pretty sure that there is so much that you could discuss and share.
So, in a nutshell, I ‘d be happy if you get in touch with me on zara_yaneva@yahoo.co.uk to tell me how you feel about it.
Nice day and take care,
Zara:))
Hi Carolyn,
I really enjoy your blog! I was a peace corps volunteer in Bulgaria a few years ago and I love the country. I’m teaching at a university in Shanghai, China right now, but I’d love to return to Bulgaria eventually. Do you have any idea how difficult it is for non-EU citizens to find work there?
Cheers,
Kirsten
@Kirsten It’s not so easy to find work as an expat in Bulgaria without EU citizenship. I mean it’s do-able but you’ve really got to get a work permit to be able to obtain permission to stay in country. ACS does some international hiring in January, February through the two big international teacher headhunting firms and I think that their jobs are posted on the school’s website as well. So with a little research I am sure you can find something if that’s what you want.
So judging by the picture, it looks like Stoyan still organizes the folk dances for the Christmas concert. Tell Stoyan, Vlado & Dessi Y. that Patty says hi & sends her love.
@Patty–Of course will send your greetings on to those three!!
Каролинка,do u like chalga music ?
Hi!
On my search for helpful sites about Bulgaria I found your blog and quickly was like….”hey, I know her!”
It’s Kevin’s wife here, just to say hi and that I really like your posts.
See you around!
@Paola Hey there! Thanks for the comment. I’m glad that you’ve liked reading the blog.
Hello, I have enjoyed reading your lighthearted blog – we operate Quest Bulgaria and if you want to share your story and adventures in Bulgaria let me know…