Trying something new in teaching

Since visiting, I feel passionate to complete my teaching degree, gain a few years of experience before teaching in Cambodia and creating a difference in the experiences children and families living there. This exchange gives me the opportunity to experience what it is like to teach in Southeast Asia Continue reading Trying something new in teaching

Adventuring to study business at Berkeley!

I see this as an invaluable opportunity to excel in the field of finance and business at a high ranking internationally recognised university. One of the aspects that particularly excites me is Berkeley’s proximity to world-leading technology and financial hubs, where I can learn from the innovations driving venture capital and the fintech industry. Continue reading Adventuring to study business at Berkeley!

Ruby’s going to teach in Singapore!

I have chosen Singapore as my exchange destination because of the well-functioning Singapore education system and just how amazing the country is itself. This exchange will be a great opportunity to grow myself and my practice, preparing me for a profession in education. Continue reading Ruby’s going to teach in Singapore!

Studying atmospheric science in Helsinki

The University of Helsinki not only they offers a wide range of Atmospheric Science courses, but they also have other Earth Science disciplines that we don’t have access to here in NZ (such as Glaciology). I have always dreamed of visiting Europe and am beyond excited to experience the Nordic winters, see aurora, and find out for myself if Finns really are the happiest people on earth. Continue reading Studying atmospheric science in Helsinki

My Cardiff Chapter

While overseas, I found myself becoming an advocate for New Zealand, as so many people I met said it was somewhere they hoped to visit at least once in their lives. It reminded me how lucky I am to call New Zealand home, and I want to take what I’ve learnt from exchange and use it to see more of my own country. Continue reading My Cardiff Chapter