There are so many things I could say about my exchange, and I’ve certainly learned why some of the clichés are so true. So to get those out of the way first; yes it was life changing, yes I am more confident than when I left and yes I am absolutely a different person now. Continue reading Haere rā, Caerdydd
During the summer, I had the incredible opportunity to complete an exchange semester in Denmark. Studying overseas was something I had always wanted to do, and it became one of the most rewarding experiences of my university journey. Living and studying in a different country challenged me both personally and academically while giving me unforgettable memories and lifelong friendships. Continue reading Teaching in snowy Denmark
I’ll be heading to the University of Alicante in Spain for a full-year exchange, and I’m excited for the opportunity to live, study and experience everyday life in a different part of the world. Spending a full year there will give me the chance to properly settle into life in Alicante. Continue reading Choosing to spend a full year in Spain.
Hi! I’m Hayley. A 3rd year civil engineering student with the University of Calgary in Canada as my destination. I’ve chosen to go on exchange as a way to experience another country with a better connection to locals as opposed to standard travelling. Continue reading Finding other perspectives in Canada.
I’m heading to Florida State University to experience university life in a completely different environment while continuing to work towards my degree. I’ll be studying economics and marketing, and I’m looking forward to experiencing FSU’s campus culture, NCAA sports and international student community for myself. Continue reading Taking my business studies to Florida State University
My name is Leia Millar, and I am a second-year Bachelor of Science student majoring in Ecology at the University of Waikato. I chose to go on exchange because I wanted the opportunity to travel, experience a different culture, and learn through new teaching and learning styles. Continue reading An awesome opportunity in Hawai’i.
Maastricht is a city built for students, and UCM’s problem-based learning system is unlike anything back home. Cordélia shares what it’s like to study climate change and ecology through a European lens, make friends through student events, and use the city as a launchpad for weekend travel across Europe. Continue reading Studying climate change in the Netherlands
Kia ora, my name is Salem Murray, I am 29 years old and I’m currently studying an LLB at Waikato University as a fourth-year student. Fast forward to last year when the opportunity arose to potentially do a global exchange, I was animated about it. Upon pursuing this exchange program, I found that I could go on exchange to Temple University in Philadelphia. Continue reading Deciding on going to America.
I’m Bridget, a third-year accounting student here at Waikato University! I have always wanted to travel and have not yet had the opportunity to experience a new country before. Therefore, I thought there would be no better opportunity to scratch the travel itch than to head overseas for my final semester of study. Continue reading A new experience in Singapore for Bridget.
As a History major studying in England, I found my exchange to Lancaster University incredibly fascinating. Just walking around the streets and seeing the cobblestones that several million people had walked before me was astounding. Continue reading Life on the other side of the world.
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