Firsts, Feelings, and Finding My Place Abroad
It was my first week in Japan, so I wanted to share some things I did and what helped me settle into my new schedule.
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Living with a Food Allergy in New Zealand
For anyone with a food allergy or other dietary restriction considering study abroad, this blog is for you. I discuss what my experience here in New Zealand has...
A Guide to My Unforgettable Weekend Trips
This blog recounts the highlights of my weekend adventures across Europe while studying abroad
Reflections Upon Returning Home
In this blog post, I share my reflections on the complex feelings of homesickness and belonging experienced during and after studying abroad.
My Master List of Recommendations in Milan
My master list of recommendations for students studying away in Milan. Includes (but is not limited to) restaurants, cafes, nightlife, and more.
How To Be a Local
How to become a Milanese local in eight easy steps.
Keeping Up With Your Hobbies Abroad
My experience transitioning my life in America to New Zealand, along with some tips on goal-setting and thinking ahead!
Preparing for a Successful Return To My Home Institution
Sure studying abroad is fun, but you do have to go back at some point (trust me I think we would all like to stay), so here is my advice to a smooth return to...
Finding or making comfort food while abroad
What do you do when you get homesick for food? In Salamanca there are many different places with different cuisines. I personally missed a few foods from back...