The Tassie Times

My steps follow the path to the airport, a tiny building similar to petrol stations in the UK.  Finally inside, I look around and see the smallest baggage line my eyes have ever witnessed. It’s empty but I can already

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Beer, Bikes and Bitterballen

Hello, my name is Frazer and I’m studying Geophysics at Universiteit Utrecht, in the Netherlands, for the next 5 months. After what seems like endless paperwork, planning and preparation, I’m finally here! I arrived on Wednesday without too much hassle.

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My year in Miami

Hey everyone! I have a blog going on Blogger about my year studying marine biology at the University of Miami. You can find it at the following link: http://ruthinmiami.blogspot.co.uk/

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In the Bonds: Experiencing Penn State’s Greek Life

Whilst studying abroad at Penn State I took up the opportunity to get involved in one of the most recognisable, albeit mysterious, parts of the American college scene….. Greek Life. Joining a fraternity was an incredible experience and allowed me to

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Adelaide, South Australia (the festival state)

Many people, including myself, aspire to go travelling down under. Thanks to the study abroad, I was able to study in Adelaide which then allowed me to travel around lots of Australia and new Zealand – which is a lifelong

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A Miami oceanographer log book

So as part of my MSc in Oceanography at Southampton, I took the opportunity to sign up for the study abroad program. I have to say I didn’t hesitate much, and having lived in 6 different countries in my life,

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