I’m going to ASU!

Hey! I’m Caitcheon Thain, a second-year student about to enter my third year of my Bachelor of Business degree, I’m double-majoring in Human Resource Management and Psychology. I’m excited to head on an exchange to Arizona State University. Continue reading I’m going to ASU!

Studying abroad in Ghent – What Student Life and Studying Really Looks Like

I am currently studying at Ghent University which is located in a vibrant student town in the Flemish speaking region of Belgium. The international environment creates a really welcoming atmosphere, and there is always something happening for students who want to socialise. Continue reading Studying abroad in Ghent – What Student Life and Studying Really Looks Like

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

My Weekend Competing for the University of Calgary Dinos

A wrap up on my weekend competing for the University of Calgary Dinos at Canadian University Rowing Championships in Montreal, Quebec. Continue reading My Weekend Competing for the University of Calgary Dinos

Accommodation in the Netherlands 

The Netherlands has been an amazing place to live so far and is full of beautiful places to see. One recurring issue that a lot of students have spoken about however is accommodation, and more importantly the struggles of finding it. Continue reading Accommodation in the Netherlands 

Far From Ready to Leave

While I have been here coming up on four months, I am about half way through my semester here at University of Calgary, which began at the end of August. The weather for the most part has been amazing, other than a couple of weeks of rain. This week we had our first drop of snow, going from training in singlet to rowing in the snow only a week later sure is different to home.  Continue reading Far From Ready to Leave

Exploring Life Abroad: My Exchange Experience in Maastricht

It’s hard to believe I’ve already been overseas for four months. Time has flown by, and I’m genuinely having the time of my life. My exchange in Maastricht has been nothing short of incredible, and I feel so lucky to be living and studying in such a beautiful and vibrant city. Continue reading Exploring Life Abroad: My Exchange Experience in Maastricht

A Journey Awaits

Kia Ora, my name is Makaia Trueman, and I am currently in my second year of university, studying towards a Bachelor of Business with a double major in Strategic Management and Māori and Indigenous Studies. I am choosing to go on an exchange this year to step out of my comfort zone and challenge myself in ways I never imagined. Continue reading A Journey Awaits