This year I have had the incredible opportunity to spend two semesters in Japan on the intensive Japanese language programme at Kwansei Gakuin University, and one of the best parts of the experience has been joining the university’s rowing club. Continue reading Rowing in Japan
My name is Iffah Ramlan and I’m a second-year student studying Bachelor of Business majoring in Digital Business at the University of Waikato. For me, deciding to go on an exchange program has always been more than just studying abroad, it’s a chance to step out of what’s familiar and experience life from a completely new perspective. Continue reading Seoul, here I come!
I chose Japan because I am in the process of buying an abandoned house and wanted to be able to inspect properties in person while also spending time in the country Continue reading Buying an Abandoned House in Japan
My exchange placed me in the beautiful ‘road’ of Malaysia, which I soon found out serves as more of a junction. A junction of many interlacing roads, or rather, adventures to experience and places to travel. Continue reading All roads lead to adventure — I picked a good junction
Studying abroad at Kwansei Gakuin University has been a meaningful experience that has taught me a lot about daily life and education in Japan. Each week brings new situations to adapt to, whether it’s learning the language, navigating classes, or figuring out everyday routines. Continue reading Small & Meaningful Challenges
In one moment, I’m walking across the University of Waikato campus, surrounded by the lush green lawns of the sports field and the quiet hum of Hamilton life. Now, I’m standing breathless – evidently from the climb but also by the view – watching as the city of Sha Tin buzzes below. Continue reading From the Green Fields of Waikato to the Mountain Top of Hong Kong
My exchange has profoundly shaped how I view the world and my place in it. It taught me to think beyond New Zealand – creatively, ambitiously, and critically. I realised that the way we do things at home is just one way, and not necessarily the most efficient or innovative. It encouraged me to be bolder in my thinking, more willing to take risks, and more open to exploring unconventional pathways. Continue reading Thinking beyond New Zealand
My name is Kovid Dev, I’m 18 years old and am halfway through my second year of studying for a Bachelor of Computer Science at the lovely Waikato University. Which, is about to get even more exciting, now that I am going on a trimester exchange to the opportunistic Universiti of Malaya. Continue reading Computer Science in Malaysia
Hi! My name is Olivia Shields. I’m a second-year student studying Japanese language here at Waikato and will be heading over for a year of study at Kwansei Gakuin in September. Continue reading Reconnecting with Cultural Heritage in Japan
My name is Maia Ganley, and I am a second-year university student at The University of Waikato. I am currently studying a Bachelor of Global Studies majoring in International Languages and Cultures, specialising in Japanese, minoring in Creative Writing and Korean. Continue reading Studying Japanese in Japan
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