Soaking up the last of what Hawai`i has to offer

As my exchange semester draws to a close, I can’t help but feel a deep sense of gratitude for all that this experience has brought me. The lessons I’ve learnt, the friendships I’ve built, and the memories I’ve made, will be cherished forever. Continue reading Soaking up the last of what Hawai`i has to offer

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

Dankeschön Deutschland 

Throwing yourself into the deep end in a new environment is one of the best ways to make new connections, and moving across to the opposite side of the world has to one of the deepest ends possible. But and experiencing a new way of life for over half a year was an opportunity I’ll never forget and always be thankful for.
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Thinking beyond New Zealand

My exchange has profoundly shaped how I view the world and my place in it. It taught me to think beyond New Zealand – creatively, ambitiously, and critically. I realised that the way we do things at home is just one way, and not necessarily the most efficient or innovative. It encouraged me to be bolder in my thinking, more willing to take risks, and more open to exploring unconventional pathways. Continue reading Thinking beyond New Zealand

A Semester of Firsts

There have been so many highlights of my exchange at NTU and it’s been such a different experience for me, being my first-time travelling overseas solo and first-time staying in halls.
My exchange has taught me to just take advantage of opportunities that come by! Continue reading A Semester of Firsts

Island style at UH Hilo

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

Same NTU, brand new me

I went from knowing no-one at all, to making the best friends ever, adapted to local customs, explored the vibrant food scene, and overcame challenges during the Covid-19 pandemic. My exchange ultimately changed my life so much more than I could’ve known. Continue reading Same NTU, brand new me

Hong Kong – The most Insightful Experience of my Life

From the different culture, meeting new friends and starting a fresh new life in a dynamic country is the most exciting opportunity any student could ask for. Continue reading Hong Kong – The most Insightful Experience of my Life

The most thank you’s I’ve ever thank you’d to Cardiff!

When people say going on exchange was the best part of their degree, they are not lying! Having just packed my things and left my home for the last few months, I find it hard to properly describe just how special this experience has been. Continue reading The most thank you’s I’ve ever thank you’d to Cardiff!