My First Networking Event Abroad
I attended my first ever networking event in Cape Town organized by the IES Abroad Cape Town. In this blog I am sharing how the event as well as some things I...
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A Perfect Chance to Be the You You Want to Be :)
I found it freeing to be abroad because there was no pressure to know everything all the time.
Mindful of Extra Costs
Just some tips and tricks I figured would be useful for those who wish to travel abroad in the future. Unexpected fees are bound to show up regardless of how...
Culture, Politics, and Collective Memory
Studying language and populism in Argentina reveals the country's complex identity, shaped by history, memory, and cultural contradictions. This blog post...
Bridging Narratives: Reflections on Brazil, Argentina, and the Stories We Tell
Reflection on our class trip to the Brazilian Embassy and understanding how narratives are shaped.
The Impact of Australian Sport
Read my reflection on studying the sociology of Australian sport and how it shaped my understanding of the importance of sport for an individual and a nation.
Returning from Abroad / A Love Letter to Berlin
A final rundown of my last days in Berlin, as well as what I have learned from the city itself.
My Top Tips for Preparing to Study Abroad in South Korea
In this post, I cover the main aspects of my experience with preparing to study abroad at Yonsei University in Seoul, South Korea.
Goodbye Study Abroad!
Study abroad is officially over! Here are some of my favorite things about Amsterdam.