Dear Future Traveller – Part 1
I have had the privilege of spending the last six weeks in India, and here are my key takeaways to get the most out of this life-changing opportunity. Continue reading Dear Future Traveller – Part 1
He tangata, he tangata, he tangata.
I have now been back home for 3 days, and my most commonly asked question is – what was your favourite part of your trip? The first time I was asked this, I was stumped. After a long few minutes of awkward silence, I proceeded to reply, “Only one?” Continue reading He tangata, he tangata, he tangata.
Embracing the Power of Human Connection: Lessons from India
As I reflect on the past six weeks, the power of human connection has been a key takeaway for me. From witnessing the genuine care displayed by strangers in India to immersing myself in community-driven initiatives, this journey has underscored the importance of human connection, compassion, growth, and reflection on a global scale. Continue reading Embracing the Power of Human Connection: Lessons from India
Learnings & What to Pack
Wow! What a time, what an experience. Words will never be able to fully describe the rollercoaster of feelings that I experienced throughout the 6 weeks in India. Continue reading Learnings & What to Pack
Halfway through!
I’m officially halfway through my semester at the University of Ottawa, oh how time has flown by. I am absolutely loving it. Continue reading Halfway through!
Arriving and Settling in at Cardiff
Kate’s experiences settling into life at Cardiff University Continue reading Arriving and Settling in at Cardiff
Embracing Diversity
Embarking on an exchange programme in Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia, at the University of Malaya has been one of the most enriching experiences of my life… Continue reading Embracing Diversity
Coping with Bergen weather
The past month has been an experience in learning how to cope with snow and regular rain. Continue reading Coping with Bergen weather
Feeling at home in the USA
Recently I went on a roadie down to South Carolina with my international friends where we stopped off at Myrtle Beach! Continue reading Feeling at home in the USA
Cameras and Lenses
As a filmmaker and camera enthusiast, my biggest debate before coming to India was whether or not to bring my camera. The potential of capturing beautiful landscapes, cityscapes and people mixed with the worry of damaging equipment and being the “touristy photographer” of the trip. I feared the idea that I would limit my experience of India to the viewfinder of my camera and forget to look up to see eye to eye with the world around me. Continue reading Cameras and Lenses
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