If there is one thing my exchange has taught me, it is to take opportunities when they come. It is easy to stay within your comfort zone because it feels familiar and safe, but some of the best experiences I had happened because I decided to say yes. Continue reading More Than Just a Semester Abroad
I think the biggest adjustment will be settling into a new city and getting used to a different university system, but having already studied overseas before, I’m excited for the challenge. I’m hoping the exchange will help me become more independent, meet people from different backgrounds, and give me a better understanding of where I might want to live and work after graduating. Continue reading Taking Scotland for a Spin
I hope to gain more confidence on exchange, as an anxious person this gives me a wonderful opportunity to explore and grow. It’s a once in a lifetime opportunity and I hope to treat it like it is. Continue reading Studying Marketing in Japan
By Henry Haswell Hi! My name is Henry, and I am a final-year University of Waikato student completing a Bachelor of Laws with a second major in Strategic Management. I chose to participate in an exchange because I have a … Continue reading Trying out life in Tokyo
Leaving the comfort of New Zealand is scary. Feeling sceptical about going on an exchange is totally normal, in fact I was initially supposed to go abroad the semester before this, but I didn’t build up the confidence to register before the deadline. Realistically, when are you ever going to go study abroad than whilst you’re at university? Continue reading Put yourself in situations you’d usually avoid.
In this post, we’re interviewing Nat Eichmann, a Full-year Exchange student from 2010-2011 who went to UC Davis in California, USA. She is now the More FM National Promotions, Integration and Events Manager, living in Auckland, New Zealand. Continue reading Where are they now? Nat Eichmann
Studying abroad has been one of the most exciting and memorable experiences of my life. One of the first things I’ve noticed about Yonsei was how lively and welcoming the campus feels. The atmosphere is energetic and inspiring, and being surrounded by both local and international students makes it even more interesting. It is a place where you constantly meet new people and hear different perspectives. Continue reading Iffah’s Seoul exchange diaries.
In this post, we’re interviewing Sam Corban, a trimester exchange student from 2017 who went to Arizona State University in the USA. He is now a Global Sponsorship Manager living in London, United Kingdom. Continue reading Where are they now? Sam Corban
Doing an exchange at Arizona State University (ASU) has been a really interesting academic experience for me. Especially because the papers/classes I am taking are quite different to what I’m used to at home. Continue reading What my papers are like on exchange at ASU
What a bloody mission! Thursday January 8th of 2026, I departed from Auckland on a journey to the United States, 13 hours to Dallas, a 5-hour layover, a tummy full of Chick Fil-a and another 2-hour flight to Wilmington, oh and certainly no sleep, Crikey!! Continue reading Adapting to life at UNCW
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