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Study Abroad in Australia
The land down under: A place to live large Quality academics meet a spirited, multicultural vibe, with adventure in easy reach. Awesome rock formations. Mindboggling architecture. Marsupials found only here. Australia is full of surprises. And though the English language simplifies communication for many U.S. students, society here is anything but homogeneous. With more than…
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How an Introvert Survived Study Abroad
Walking off the plane to see my mom waiting for me in Charlotte, NC made a huge smile wipe across my face.I hadn’t seen her, or any of my other friends and family for 5 months. It felt wonderful to see them, but there was also a biting sadness in the back of my brain,…
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How IFSA Made My Abroad Experience Unforgettable
Cultural immersion, beautiful natural sights, exotic animals (kangaroos!), and breathtaking live entertainment are just a few of the ways I can recap my experience abroad in Sydney, Australia. In addition to the amazing sights and adventures I took part in, I also made some of the closest bonds with people I will never forget. If…
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Home is Where Your Family Is
There is a saying that goes ‘home is where the heart is’. I’ve heard this phrase numerous times, however I never really understood what it meant until I studied abroad. The opportunity to study abroad allows you to learn so much about yourself. You are given the chance to gain independence, discover how strong you…
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Australia Makes Me Feel Beautiful
The other day I rediscovered a journal entry I had written on one particularly happy day in Australia, when I had sat down and thought about how my life was different on this continent than it was back home. I questioned why I was so much happier and stress free in a strange country halfway…
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Monash University (Melbourne) Partnership
Looking for an urban, big-university experience in an easy-going city that adores art and sport? Monash, one of Australia’s Group of Eight, is one of Australia’s largest and most prestigious schools, with more than 6,000 classes on two Melbourne campuses. Ideal for progressive thinkers and known for social consciousness, innovation, and industry connections. Ready for…
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University of Sydney Partnership
This thriving world-class university draws students for high rankings and its University of Oxford tutorial-style system. Choose from 100+ departments, including computer science and an AACSB-accredited business school. The University of Sydney’s amazing location is another asset. The urban campus—including the magnificent 1857 quad—sits in one of Sydney’s trendiest neighborhoods, yet it’s not far from…
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Safety Considerations as a Female Studying Abroad
Many people desire to explore the world, and no one desires to fulfill that instinctive drive to discover more than college students. This may stem from the need for cultivating different perspectives, relaxation, fun, a new chapter, etc. Traveling solo may help women, in particular, gain a sense of personal independence. However, when it comes…
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How to Engage with Your People from a Different World
Before I start off my story, I would like to encourage the readers to read this article to the end for a quick Burmese slang lesson! Studying Abroad When I first went to study abroad in the US, I was one of the only two Burmese students at my college. I was able to communicate…
