Hello! My name is Christine, a 20 year old currently exploring Europe. I was born in Seoul, grew up in Toronto, and go to McGill University in Montreal, Canada where I study pharmacology. Currently I am at University College London as a study abroad student studying neuroscience. Although I sound like a super studious, uptight scientist, I can guarantee you that outside the libraries, I am quite outgoing and fun!

Why I’m on Couchsurfing

I am currently exploring other European cities over weekends and during my breaks throughout the semester. In the past couple trips I have realized no one (including Google) knows better than a local to direct me where to go to have fun. I am looking to meet some locals who can help me fall in love with the city I go to! I am super easy going and I can promise you I can keep tidy!

Interests

Music - my forte is the cello, but I love to play chords on the keyboard and sing
Sports - the Toronto Raptors!
Dancing - currently in an elementary pole dancing fitness class & beginner jazz class
Art - great interest in contemporary/abstract/pop art but not much actual knowledge on it (my favourite artist is Yayoi Kusama)

• fish
• arts
• singing
• concerts
• dancing
• cooking
• fitness
• music
• jazz
• fishing
• sports
• languages
• neuroscience
• science
• study abroad

Music, Movies, and Books

Music - discovering new music on Spotify; favourite artists include Milk&Bone, Birdy, Jhene Aiko, Daughter, J. Cole, Childish Gambino, Galantis, Kygo, and anything in the Top 40s
Movies - more of a Netflix person; favourite shows include Brooklyn Nine-Nine, Arrested Development, Parks and Recreation, House of Cards, House of Lies, Suits, How to Get Away with Murder, Unbreakable Kimmy Schmidt, The Mindy Project, and of course, Friends
Books - The Man Who Mistook His Wife for a Hat by Oliver Sacks

One Amazing Thing I’ve Done

Occasional free string quartet concerts for the seniors at senior homes!

Teach, Learn, Share

I can teach you how to read korean, make the most perfect pitcher of sangria, and play the cello (if you have one). I would like to learn simple words of the languages you grew up with and to cook a dish that reminds you of home. I can share with you the videos I've been making to remember each of my trips to all the city I've visited so far in Europe, as well as my smiles!

What I Can Share with Hosts

I can bring some British goodies with me - probably not fish & chips though as it won't make it passed the airport security!

Countries I’ve Visited

Belgium, Canada, China, Cuba, Denmark, Ireland, Netherlands, South Korea, United Kingdom, United States

Countries I’ve Lived In

Canada, South Korea, United Kingdom