10 things to do in your first week of studying abroad

Settle in If your accommodation allows it, try and arrive a day or two before induction activities to kick off. This will give you space to get over any jetlag and acclimatize to the new environment. You could also make

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Penn State Blog 2 (imaginative)

I’m now back at Southampton and in week 3, I’ll start this with how it feels to be back… Overall it’s so nice to be back home with all my friends, girlfriend and its an added benefit to be of

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Tim Horton’s, Good Will, and Ihop

There are many wonderful things about Canada which people talk about so often – the extreme climate, dramatic landscapes and iconic culture to name just a few. Whilst these are indeed amazing assets to the country, after living here for

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My overall time in Sydney

When I first got to Sydney, I hadn’t yet sorted my accommodation, so I decided to book a few nights in a hostel whilst I found somewhere to stay. I spent the first 3 days scrolling on my laptop, looking

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First semester at CERN, Geneva

It has been an extremely busy first semester at CERN, Geneva. After a very steep learning curve, the research has been involving and exciting. I’ve enjoyed working at such a scientifically significant place, which has a uniquely collaborative and intellectual

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Arrived in Canada!

Wow! It is cold here! Having arrived 3 weeks ago I have finally started adjusting to the freezing weather (some days -20 degrees!) Upon arrival, the adjustment to life here was difficult, being so far away from home and not

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