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How Getting Involved in Irish Politics Made Me Change My Flight
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I arrived in Ireland with one thing in mind: perfecting my Irish accent. Okay two things: taking a break from American politics. 2017 was an exhausting year for my mental health and I needed to escape. So, I picked the little lush island off the coast of Europe, packed up my clothes, hopped on a…
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What Am I Doing Here? One Student’s Faith Journey Abroad
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Some people plan on studying abroad before entering college, some want to go to a particular country to study a particular subject, some go to visit a country that they’ve always wanted to live in. Perhaps you fell in one of those categories or maybe none at all. But if you’re anything like me, this…
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How My Semester in New Zealand Renewed My Passion for Environmentalism
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As a child, I loved spending time outdoors, this was where I was and still am happiest. Growing up in Hawai’i, I was constantly surrounded by nature; it was impossible for me to not fall in love with it. I would spend every weekend hiking up mountain peaks, finding remote beaches, or sailing on the ocean.…
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Abroad in London: From A Theater Major to A Global Theater Maker
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Theater Immersion. West end shows? National Theatre? Only 10 pounds? I am a Theater major at Wesleyan University, and I spent a semester abroad at Queen Mary, University of London in Spring 2018. One of the reasons that I wanted to go to London was how vibrant and accessible the theater scene is. I saw…
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Debunking the Myth: Go Abroad as an ROTC Cadet
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It can be daunting to spend an entire semester away from campus, especially as an Army ROTC cadet. We are expected to balance our normal academic curriculum with military science classes, weekend field trainings, and physical fitness all on top of a solid GPA, so it’s no surprise that some cadets shy away from Study…
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A Quick Guide to London Fashion
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London is a vibrant city teeming with opportunities for creativity. I have my own clothing brand, and so upon arrival to London, getting a hold on what London fashion had to offer was paramount to me. The British pound is stronger than the U.S. dollar, so some places tend to be expensive. I tried to…
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The DOs and DON’Ts of Studying Abroad
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1. DO make new friends as soon as possible. This photo was taken a mere 4 hours after I landed in Sydney for my program orientation. When I first arrived to the hotel, I was scared, tired, and worried about having to make new friends.It is always hard to leave your friends at home and…
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Interning with Parliament – A Digital Story
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“This internship made me want to be more engaged with the community that I was living in. This completely changed and enhanced the trajectory of my time in Scotland.”Madeline had the opportunity to participate in an internship at Parliament, inspiring her to explore the parts of Scotland many political members were passionate about. https://youtu.be/-PHm6XvwM0E Madeline…
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How to Eat Your Way Through Oz
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Hi! My name is Emily Eilertsen and I’m a student at Skidmore College. Last spring semester I studied abroad in Melbourne, Australia. I’m a big foodie, so cuisine constituted a significant part of my experience abroad. Here’s a brief report of my findings! Bon Appétit! #1 Delve Into an Outback Burger Though this particular burger was…
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Forging a New Path, Revisiting an Old One
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One of the reasons I studied abroad was to explore what I was capable of doing on my own. I wanted to have a completely unknown adventure and to further myself from the comfort of my own home and family.Little did I know, I would encounter more family and be welcomed into a new home…