Teresa at UC Berkeley
Hey guys! I’m Teresa, a New Zealand-born Taiwanese and currently in my second year in the Bachelor of Health majoring in Biomedical Science. Continue reading Teresa at UC Berkeley
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Joshua at UVic
Hi, I’m Joshua Griffiths, a Bachelor of Social Sciences student majoring in History doing an exchange at the University of Victoria in Victoria Canada. Continue reading Joshua at UVic
From Kiwi Land to the Aloha State
It’s been quite a journey since I made the decision to move from the picturesque landscapes of New Zealand to the stunning Hawaii. While the first couple of months were undeniably challenging, I can confidently say that I have found my footing and couldn’t be happier with my decision. Continue reading From Kiwi Land to the Aloha State
Halfway Through My Hawaiian Adventure: A Journey from Paradise to the Mainland
As I find myself halfway through my much-anticipated exchange program in Hawaii, I can’t help but reflect on the incredible experiences I’ve had so far. This tropical paradise has been nothing short of a dream come true. Continue reading Halfway Through My Hawaiian Adventure: A Journey from Paradise to the Mainland
Navigating through the Sunshine State
From Chipotle to a cat cafe, New York and Broadway, and everywhere in between, Andrea recaps her trimester exchange at Florida State University. Continue reading Navigating through the Sunshine State
UCalgary Recap
One of my highlights from my exchange was spending so much time around the snow, playing in it, seeing snow falling all around me, skating, tubing, skiing, and snowmobiling. It’s something we really don’t get in NZ so truly made living in Calgary a totally unique experience for me. Continue reading UCalgary Recap
Looking For A Place To Eat in Calgary?
Calgary has an array of amazing local food joints scattered throughout the city, it’s just a matter of finding out where they are. Throughout my short 4-month stay, I’ve come across so many places I’d love to go back to if I’d had the time but, to keep things short, here are just four places I’d definitely recommend you check out if you ever find yourself in the city. Continue reading Looking For A Place To Eat in Calgary?
Canada vs NZ – Food
Food in Canada is an interesting one. For one thing, everything is a size larger! A typical meal or drink just about anywhere that is a standard or medium in Canada is equivalent to a large in NZ! Continue reading Canada vs NZ – Food
A semester at UC Berkeley
The University of California is a popular among Waikato students as an option for exchange. Fin McGrath spent his trimester abroad at the Berkeley campus. Continue reading A semester at UC Berkeley
Life at University of Calgary
UCalgary is in a unique spot compared to New Zealand, due to the large amount of snow they get, especially in their Winter term (ie. January-April). This year the snow is only just melting away now in the beginning of April, and comparatively, they have not had that much snow this year (it has been a warm winter). It can get down to about -30 degrees Celsius! Continue reading Life at University of Calgary
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