Odense & Aarhus: More Than Just a Study Trip

 On February 3rd, at 8:30 a.m., I left the Kobenhavns Bus terminal. I had the opportunity to travel to the second and third biggest Danish cities, Odense and Arhus I got to travel, learn, and have a lot of fun with my peers and professor outside of the classroom in a different city.

Here are some highlights from my visit!

ARos Arhus Art Museum

The Arhus Art Museum is an architectural masterpiece filled with incredible works of contemporary art. Galleries are filled with both international and Danish artists.

The Statue, called Boy, is a massive sculpture by Danish artist Ron Mueck. This sculpture is a seated young child, creating a surreal visual effect. The statue was overwhelming at first with its immaculate size, but after viewing it for some time, it became less worrisome and more intriguing. It was created to get viewers to reflect on innocence, youth, and the relationship between adults and children, drawing attention to childhood's physical and emotional dimensions. 

The Rainbow Panorama is another favorite feature of the museum. It was designed by a Danish-Icelandic artist, Olafur Eliasson. It is a stunning circular rainbow-colored walkway 150 meters long around the museum's roof. The colored glass panels change the city's appearance, allowing you to view the surrounding city through a different lens and perception. This rainbow installation was so interactive and pushed me into an observing mode. 

TV 2 Headquarters in Odense 

On the second evening of our trip, we got an exciting peek behind the scenes of one of Denmark's largest television networks. We learned about the Danish broadcasting scene and how broadcasts are produced, and we even saw Danish news on air. We also went on a tour of some of the network's broadcasting editing booths and filming sets. As a communication and marketing double major, I thought this visit was really cool. 

Hans Christian Anderson Museum 

Our last academic visit was to the Hans Christian Anderson Museum, and I am so grateful we did. The museum was a tribute to the famous Danish storyteller, showcasing his life and extraordinary works. His stories like The Little Mermaid and The Steadfast Tin-Solider have touched many lives worldwide. I couldn't help but reflect on how his fairytales have influenced my life. I have grown up with some of his stories. It was a great way to connect with Denmark's literary history. 

Each stop left me with lasting memories. I will never forget going to a beer tasting with my professor for the first time, going to the street food food court in Odense, and trying to use up all the extra food court tokens on drinks with my friends. This trip made me reflect on Denmark's history and famous individuals. Luckily, my long study trip to London is coming up in March stay tuned!