A Hop, Skip, and a Jump Out of My Comfort Zone
Life is like an ice bath. Hesitate to go in and it becomes harder to get further and further or jump right in without hesitation, deal with the initial shock...
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So you’ve landed and are living alone. Now what?
First week and first impressions.
My First Week (and a Half) in New Zealand: Part 2
In my past couple weeks here in Ōtautahi Christchurch, I have begun to learn my way around the city and figure out the best places to go shopping for what you...
POV: First Weeks Abroad
A realistic reflection on the exhilarating unpredictability of studying abroad in Siena. These first few weeks have been anything but expected—and all the more...
Knitting a Sweater and Other Orientation Activities
Adjusting to living in a city for the first time and my first few weeks in Vienna, Austria.
What to expect when arriving for your study abroad adventure
Congratulations, you just made the journey from the United States and have arrived in your new home abroad! Check out what my experience was like through the...
Adjusting and Adapting to Life in Milan
A survival guide for your first week: helpful Italian words/phrases, some culture shocks, and advice to help with adjustment.
4 tips for Getting Acclimated to a Nantaise Lifestyle
4 tips to settling into your new home for the next few months!
First Day Expectations And Reality
Landing in Barcelona, I faced a few hiccups but was blown away by how kind and helpful everyone was. From navigating the airport to checking in at the IES...