Law Exchange to the University of Liverpool

Hello! My name is Alex, and I’m about to depart on a semester exchange at the University of Liverpool. I’m currently studying a double Bachelor of Law and Science, and I’m really looking forward to completing some of my legal papers in the UK. Continue reading Law Exchange to the University of Liverpool

Travelling While Abroad: The Art of Making It Up As I Go  

I was able to travel before my exchange even started. I ended up spending over a week each in Canada, Italy, Greece, and Morocco, and spent time with family in England—all before arriving in Cardiff. It was a great way to start the semester. Continue reading Travelling While Abroad: The Art of Making It Up As I Go  

Life in Cardiff

Cardiff is a very social and lively city. It is common for students to go to a local cafe and do their studies there, as there are cafes everywhere! Continue reading Life in Cardiff

The Journey, it’s what you’re going to make of it.

A few months ago, I imagined I would be soaking up on the beaches of Santa Barbara, overall just enjoying the classic American experience. But as life often goes, things didn’t go to plan. But as the weeks fly by, it is becoming clearer that the journey isn’t about getting what I expected, but rather about what I can make out of it. Continue reading The Journey, it’s what you’re going to make of it.

From azure beaches to cosy nights and castles: Waitī’s journey to Stirling, Scotland

When the opportunity came to spend a semester on the other side of the world in Stirling, Scotland, I knew I had to make the most of it! So when trimester A at Waikato came to a close, I moved out of my flat, packed up my life into a massive backpack and set off. Continue reading From azure beaches to cosy nights and castles: Waitī’s journey to Stirling, Scotland

Cycling Through Stirling

I’ve just returned to New Zealand from a two-semester long exchange at the University of Stirling in Scotland, and in this blog, I’ll be sharing some of the highlights and challenges I faced, what the experience taught me, and how I believe it will shape my future. Continue reading Cycling Through Stirling

Red brick buildings of the Liverpool skyline.

Liverpool: The Constant Adventure

My exchange taught me to make the most of my opportunities, as you never know what saying yes to things can open up for you. Studying abroad also broadened my worldview, as I got to experience living overseas and immersing myself in a different way of life. Continue reading Liverpool: The Constant Adventure