Exploring the UK

I was very excited to leave New Zealand as I had a lot of things to look forward to. In the first few weeks of arriving, I had gone to Wales for a wedding, Wolverhampton for a football match, up Ben Nevis the tallest mountain in the UK, and down to Cornwall to compete at the British surf lifesaving championships. Continue reading Exploring the UK

A Subject Comparison of UNCW & Waikato

While studying at UNCW I am enrolled in 5 subjects. This crosses over to be equivalent to 4 Waikato Subjects. I am fortunate enough that I was able to find subjects that had enough cross-over that Waikato University allowed it to count towards my degree. And all going well, if I pass all these papers, I will have completed my degree while studying in America. Continue reading A Subject Comparison of UNCW & Waikato

Fauna & Frogs

Hawaii’s natural fauna is interesting and unique and ranges from tropical birds, seals, and marine mammals, to geckos, and various invertebrates. The islands are a hotspot for biodiversity for terrestrial, aquatic, marine, and aerial species. Continue reading Fauna & Frogs

Settled into Oahu

I am now settled into my accommodation and the University life here on the island of Oahu. My classes are going well. The lecturers are all so welcoming and helpful with any questions I have. Continue reading Settled into Oahu

Excited for a new chapter

I arrived in Maastricht and was blessed with plenty of rain on the first day (the sun eventually came out). But I settled into the city very well, made sure to get my bike and also had to freshen up my skills as I haven’t ridden one in years. But all in all, I have enjoyed my first few days here.  Continue reading Excited for a new chapter