Why I chose Cardiff
Hi! My name is Yolanda, I’m currently a student at The University of Cardiff. I have been having a great time so far this semester and am looking forward to continuing for the rest of it! Continue reading Why I chose Cardiff
Category: Exchange by Region
Dotonbori street food guide
Japan is well known for its interesting foods. Osaka is famous for being the nation’s street food capital with many items originating from the city. Continue reading Dotonbori street food guide
A Kiwi Ambassador
Aria has spent some time being an ambassador for New Zealand at the University of Hilo, Hawai’i. Continue reading A Kiwi Ambassador
Midterms are over!
Since my last post, my time at UVic has become a bit more hectic with the midterm season having just ended, for 2 weeks most of us on the floor were focused mainly on studying for our midterms and completing assignments, but I still managed to find time to do some things around Victoria. Continue reading Midterms are over!
Universal Studios Japan
Before travelling to Osaka, I knew that I would definitely be hitting up one of their most popular attractions, Universal Studio Japan. Coming from little New Zealand which only has Rainbows End as a small thrill park, I really didn’t know what to expect. I knew that Universal Studios had all of these amazing worlds from your favourite fictional movies and books but I really underestimated how cool it would all be. Continue reading Universal Studios Japan
What to do in Japan
One thing you must do in Japan is take advantage of the transport system! It is incredible just how far you can go in a couple of hours on their efficient transport. Continue reading What to do in Japan
Early days at UVic
When I left New Zealand for Canada, I was excited to be going to a new country, with that excitement continuing as I spent about a week in Vancouver and Victoria with my parents, who came with me to help me settle down in Canada, giving me a small holiday with them before they left and I was on my own. Continue reading Early days at UVic
Student Life at Strathclyde
For me, it has been a great move to the university and I am thoroughly enjoying my time here. I have found that to meet new people you need to be actively involved in university activities such as clubs or sports. Also taking the opportunity to say hello and start conversations with new people has also worked. The people here are all very kind and welcoming even though some may be hard to understand with the broad Scottish accent. Continue reading Student Life at Strathclyde
Settling in at Cardiff
I’m already into my second week of classes and am really loving it so far. It has been strange to set up in a completely new country where I don’t know anyone but it has been super easy to make friends in my classes, and the pre-semester workshops that my University provides have been amazing at finding new people. Continue reading Settling in at Cardiff
One week in Canada
Sarah Harrison tells of her initial experiences of moving from New Zealand to Canada. She describes feelings of apprehension and homesickness, accentuated by physical discomfort from jet lag and a heat wave. Continue reading One week in Canada
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