Being on exchange has simultaneously been everything I expected and nothing I expected at the same time. Everyday is filled with so much new learning about the culture, geography, and people of this gorgeous place I’m living in. Continue reading Island style at UH Hilo
I went on an ISEP exchange to the University of Alaska Southeast to enhance my studies in animal behavior. While ISEP involved extra costs and paperwork, it offered valuable experiences, unique courses, and a chance to explore Alaska’s ecosystem.
Overall it was one of the best choices I ever made and I can’t recommend it enough!! Continue reading Alaska, one of the best choices I ever made.
Kia Ora, I’m Abi and I am 23! I am currently finishing my second year of study towards a Bachelor of Earth Science with a minor in Māori and Indigenous studies. I will be heading to the University of Hawai’i, Hilo, on exchange as I enter into my third year of study. Continue reading Earth Sciences in Hawaii
Ottawa is a pretty safe place to live. There are some places that are safer than others. But compared to Hamilton it’s pretty similar, despite being a major city. Continue reading Safety in Ottawa
Gonna be real here. I don’t have that many scheduled classes compared to Waikato so my day is pretty free. Continue reading A day in the life of an exchange student at UOttawa
One of the worst things that could happen, happened. I got struck down with COVID-19 on exchange. Which isn’t the worst thing but it was pretty bad. Continue reading Coping with Covid on Exchange
It’s been a few weeks since landing in Ottawa, and I’ve experienced so much. There have been university hangouts, winter festivals, and other fun activities. Adjusting to the new university has had some challenges but I’ve settled in and met so many amazing people. Continue reading Skating along the Rideau Canal
This semester I am studying in the heart of downtown Ottawa, the capital of Canada and the home of the University of Ottawa. My first week has been full of exploring, new experiences, and freezing temperatures! Continue reading Surviving Jet-lag in Ottawa
As of the 21st of December, I have been back home in Aotearoa New Zealand. The nine-hour flight crossing the international date line, from Honolulu to Auckland airport, provided me with ample time to process the sadness of leaving, and the excitement of returning home, as well as to watch many many movies. With my exchange now over, I have friends scattered all over the United States, and a sense of fulfilment that I was able to fully experience and enjoy my “solo adventure”. Continue reading Highlights from Hawai’i at Hilo
The past few weeks have been a bit of a whirlwind. From Thanksgiving break over the 23rd-26th November, and now the last week of classes, aptly dubbed “hell week”, and then finals week next week, life has been pretty busy. Continue reading Last weeks in Hawaii
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