Category: North America

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Spring break!

Waikato Global Experiences

The semester flew by, and before I knew it, spring break was here! This time, I decided to shake things up and head to New Orleans with friends for a five-day getaway. Coming from the wide-open spaces of Montana, diving into the vibrant streets of Louisiana was an exciting change. Continue reading Spring break!

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Sports in Missoula, Montana

Waikato Global Experiences

Missoula has been treating me well, even as the snow melts away in this unusually warm winter. I’ve enjoyed a variety of winter activities, from snowboarding at Snowbowl to ice skating at the uni rink, and even cross-country skiing at Lolo Pass. Continue reading Sports in Missoula, Montana

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A CompSci student in Canada

Waikato Global Experiences

Bonjour, je m’appelle Megan, and I completed a spring semester exchange to Canada in my third year of BCMS(Hons) as a double major in Math and Comp Sci at Waikato University. Continue reading A CompSci student in Canada

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Skating along the Rideau Canal

Waikato Global Experiences

It’s been a few weeks since landing in Ottawa, and I’ve experienced so much. There have been university hangouts, winter festivals, and other fun activities. Adjusting to the new university has had some challenges but I’ve settled in and met so many amazing people. Continue reading Skating along the Rideau Canal